Chandigarh: Punjabi actor Jayy Randhawa has shared a proud moment for the team behind Ishqnama, celebrating the film’s overseas performance after it earned a place among the Top 15 films at the UK box office over the weekend.
Taking to his Instagram Story, Randhawa reposted a box office update stating that Ishqnama and the Telugu film Chennai Love Story were the only two South Asian releases to feature in the UK’s Top 15 during the weekend. The post also mentioned that Chennai Love Story collected £41,380, while highlighting Ishqnama’s presence alongside it in the rankings.
The actor accompanied the update with a series of red heart emojis and a “UK” sticker, expressing his excitement over the film’s international recognition. While he did not add a written message, the post reflected his appreciation for the audience’s response in the overseas market.
The achievement is being viewed as another encouraging sign for Punjabi cinema, which has steadily expanded its footprint among international audiences, particularly in countries with a large South Asian diaspora. A place in the UK weekend Top 15 is considered a noteworthy milestone, given the competition from major Hollywood and international releases.
Jayy Randhawa’s post has also generated positive reactions from fans on social media, many congratulating the cast and crew for taking Punjabi cinema to a wider global audience.
With Ishqnama continuing to attract viewers overseas, the latest box office update adds another milestone to the film’s theatrical journey and underscores the growing popularity of Punjabi films beyond India.
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