'Joyland' to release on March 10 in India, makers confirm

Previously, the film's production team confirmed the film is due to screen in the neighbouring country

Much-acclaimed Pakistan's Oscar nomination, Joyland, will reportedly release in Indian theatres on March 10, as per Press Trust of India (PTI). The worldwide release dates of the Saim Sadiq directorial were shared on the film's official Instagram handle.

"We're so excited to share Joyland with audiences all around the world! Catch Joyland in theatres in Spain, UK, Switzerland, India, BeNeLux and Eastern Europe," read the post.

 

 

 

 

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The Ali Junejo and Alina Khan-starrer will be distributed through PVR Pictures in India. Speaking to The Express Tribune, the Joyland production team confirmed the news that the film is due to screen in India among other countries.

Joyland will be the first Pakistani film to release in India in more than a decade after Shoaib Mansoor's Bol. The source also confirmed that the film has been acquired by HBO for Eastern Europe and negotiations are underway for Italy, Latin America and Israel.

Other than Junejo and Khan, the film stars Sania Saeed, Sarwat Gilani, Rasti Farooq, Salman Peerzada, and Sohail Samir in pivotal roles. Actor-director Riz Ahmed and Nobel Laureate Malala Yousafzai are also Joyland's executive producers.

Previously, speaking about the selection of his recent offering, the writer and director had said, "I truly believe is an honest and compassionate representation of who we are as people. I hope that the joys and sorrows of these characters foster empathy amongst viewers in Pakistan and abroad. In the coming months, we will need many prayers and good wishes from our people for the road ahead."

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