Mohanlal’s Thudarum has swept the Malayalam film world off its feet with a surprise but staggering performance at the box office. When it was launched in April with little fuss or publicity, no one thought that this family thriller would make such a tremendous impact. And now, only 26 days after release, Thudarum has breached the gigantic ₹225 crore mark in global gross collections — a feat even industry insiders had not thought possible.
An Unexpected Hit for a Family Thriller
The Malayalam film industry has seen box office phenomena before, but the success of Thudarum is unprecedented in its genre and magnitude. Mohanlal’s last blockbuster was L2: Empuraan, which was much awaited and set numerous box office records. But Thudarum’s ascendence to ₹225 crore in collections is especially noteworthy considering it’s a family drama with thriller elements — genres that just don’t bring in such enormous money relative to action or big-budget fare.
This victory demonstrates the potency of a good story, strong performances, and word-of-mouth. People identified strongly with the emotional content of the film and Mohanlal’s charismatic presence on screen, driving the film’s continued success.
Box Office Breakdown: Kerala and Overseas Numbers Impress
The movie’s grip continues to be Kerala, where it has grossed a staggering ₹112.5 crore in 26 days. Even more striking is the fact that Thudarum has been having a consistent collection of more than ₹1 crore each day in Kerala for 26 days — an exception that indicates sustained audience demand.
Internationally, Thudarum raked in ₹10.9 million (around ₹7.5 crore) abroad, adding largely to its worldwide collection of ₹225 crore. This strong overseas performance reflects Mohanlal’s worldwide popularity and the ever-growing popularity of Malayalam films outside India.
Eyeing the Second Highest Grosser Spot in Malayalam Cinema
With ₹225 crore in nearly a month, Thudarum is eyeing the much-desired position of the second highest-grossing Malayalam film ever. As of now, Manjummel Boys occupies that place with a global box office of ₹242 crore.
Industry experts and fans alike expect Thudarum to cross this threshold towards the end of its run in theatres, possibly rewriting Malayalam box office record books. With its current pace and good word of mouth, the film is set to cross another significant record.
Mohanlal’s Magic and the Film’s Winning Formula
Mohanlal’s unparalleled charisma and thespian talent have contributed immensely to the success of the film. His talent for lending richness and depth to each character continues to attract viewers to cinema halls. Thudarum also has a nice script, quick direction, and a robust supporting cast that underpins the narrative.
The blend of drama and thriller in the film has struck a chord with a broad range of demographics, including family viewers as well as young audiences in search of engaging films. Soundtrack and photography have also received positive reviews, contributing to the broad appeal.
What This Means for Malayalam Cinema
Thudarum’s success is a milestone in Malayalam cinema, which has achieved more and more national and global recognition in recent times. The performance of this film testifies to the growing capacity of the industry to make content-based films that entertain in large numbers without depending on big-budget action or a star cast.
Additionally, Thudarum demonstrates that Malayalam cinema has the potential to become blockbusters globally, rivaling other prominent Indian film industries in box office collections and international outreach.
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Future Prospects: Thudarum’s Box Office Performance
As Thudarum marches forward on the theatrical front, there are high hopes for it to not just breach ₹242 crore and top Manjummel Boys but even get closer to the top-grossing Malayalam films of all time. With consistently good footfalls, good reviews, and good word-of-mouth, the movie seems to be poised to have a lengthy run.
The fans and the critics are waiting with bated breath for this family thriller’s ascendancy up the box office chart, solidifying Mohanlal’s reputation as Malayalam cinema’s highest-grossing star.
Mohanlal’s Thudarum has rewritten the rulebook on success for family sagas in Malayalam cinema. Having crossed ₹225 crore within a month is a reflection of the universal acceptance, strong storytelling, and Mohanlal’s ageless star power. Targeting the second highest grosser position, Thudarum motivates filmmakers and viewers alike in demonstrating that good cinema can overcome all obstacles.
More updates coming up as Thudarum is still captivating the hearts of the audience and breaking records globally.
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