– The Punjabi film industry, often affectionately called Pollywood, is no longer just a regional player. Over the last 18 months, it has delivered a string of massive hits that have broken stereotypes, shattered box office records, and expanded its global footprint. From laugh-riots to intense dramas, here are seven solid, new hit Punjabi movies you need to watch.

Don’t let the commercial hits fool you; Pollywood is also producing dark, artistic masterpieces. Kali Jotta is a gut-wrenching drama about the legal system, domestic violence, and the resilience of a mother. This is not a typical "dancing in the fields" movie. It is raw, real, and relevant.

Building on the massive popularity of its predecessors, this horror-comedy became the highest-grossing Punjabi film ever in overseas markets .