Actor-singer Ammy Virk,꧙ who is seen portraying a colonial Punjabi villager in 'Maurh', said the movie and his character stokes flames of nationalism, portraying the disturbing political climate during the pre-Partition era.
Set in the p🐠re-Partition Punjab, the story chronicles the life of Jeona Maurh (played by Ammy), who took up the pistol to avenge the deatꦬh of his bandit brother, Kishna.
Jeona is determined to demolish the exploitative land tax mafia, which works with the Indian monarchs and Britishers to impoverish 🌸the peo📖ple, as well as Dogar, another thief who betrayed Kishna.
Talking about 'Maurh', Ammy said: "It is a thought-provoking narrative which portrays the journey of two brothers who become bandits in Punjab. It is a film that embodies the strength and power of Punjabi cinema. The film is shot🅺 in picturesque locations across Punjab with soul-stirring background music."
He added: "Portraying Jeona was not easy. The character and the movie stokes flames of nationalism, portraying the disturbing po𒐪litical climate during the pre-Partition era."
'Maurh' explores the socio-political landscape of Punjab and its people during the British rule, capturing th🉐eir dreams, struggles and emotions and keeps history enthusiasts glued tꦜo the screen.
Director Jatinder Mauhar said, “After 'Maurh', I wish to take the Punjabi film domain across geographies and cultures. 'Maurh' is an interesting narrative which delves deep into the lives of Jeona and Kishna, who confront the injustices propagated by Britꦰish rulers and native kings to protect their land. The actors add emotional depth to the film, making it worth a watch."
The film also stars Dev Kharoud, Vikramjeet Virk, Amiek Virk, Naiqra Kaur and Kuljinder Sidhu in pivotal roles. It will premಌiere on ZEE5 on July 21.
