Mohanlal's Empuraan: A Malayalam Movie That's Breaking Records
Okay, so you've probably heard the buzz. Mohanlal's L2: Empuraan, the sequel to the massive hit Lucifer, is absolutely blowing up the box office. Directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran, this political thriller isn't just doing well; it's rewriting the rules for Malayalam cinema. Seriously, the numbers are insane.
A Start That Defied Expectations
The goal? A global opening of Rs 65 crore. Did they hit it? Not just hit it, they smashed it. Pre-sales alone raked in around Rs 52 crore – that's before even considering tickets sold on the day! It’s a testament to Mohanlal's enduring popularity and the sheer hype surrounding this movie. I mean, the opening day collection actually surpassed the entire four-day run of Prithviraj Sukumaran's previous film, Aadujeevitham! And get this: it even beat Lucifer's four-day opening weekend gross (Rs 55.40 crore) – on its first day! Honestly, who saw that coming?
India and Beyond: Empuraan's Global Domination
Early estimates put Empuraan's India opening day haul somewhere between Rs 22-24 crore – a huge leap from the previous highest-grossing Malayalam opener post-COVID. Combine that with the strong international numbers, and you get a worldwide Day 1 gross of roughly Rs 65 crore. This movie is already securing a spot among the top Malayalam films of 2025. It's pretty remarkable.
More Than Just Numbers: Critical Acclaim and Fan Frenzy
It's not just the money; Empuraan is getting some serious praise. Critics are loving the bold political themes, the action sequences are apparently thrilling, and the performances are strong. Sure, some folks have mentioned a slight dip in pace during the second half, but the overall reaction has been overwhelmingly positive. People are talking about it, and that's half the battle.
What's Next for Empuraan? The Sky's the Limit?
With a long Eid weekend coming up and fantastic word-of-mouth spreading like wildfire, L2: Empuraan is all set to keep its amazing run going. There's even talk of it potentially becoming the highest-grossing Malayalam film ever. Will it happen? It's certainly looking possible. The early signs are incredibly promising, and the movie is showing no signs of slowing down.
