1981 marked a significant period in Pakistani cinema, as it faced a rapid decline due to islamization in the country, consequently resulting in destabilization of the film industry. [1] With growing censorship policies, Punjabi and Pashto action films dominated the field. [2] Sultan Rahi starred in films like Maula Jutt In London and Khan e Azam , becoming an iconic figure of the time.
| Title | Release | Director | Cast | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ghato Ghar Na Aya | 9 October | Samad Sheikh | Bilqees, Babar Sultan, Farzana, Zarina Sheikh |
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