Malayalam Cinema Makes History with Mohanlal’s Empuraan Teaser Live-Streaming in Theaters

Malayalam cinema is witnessing a groundbreaking moment as the teaser of Empuraan, the highly anticipated sequel to the 2019 blockbuster Lucifer, becomes the first in Mollywood history to be live-streamed in theaters. Directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran and written by Murali Gopi, the teaser will be unveiled on January 26 at 7:07 PM. The teaser will be live-streamed in theaters in select locations, including Trivandrum’s Artech Mall, Kollam’s Parippally Revathi, and Paradise Tavern in the US.

Fans of Mohanlal, who reprises his iconic role as Stephen Nedumpally, are creating a frenzy online with hashtags like #EmpuraanTeaser trending across platforms. Produced by Aashirvad Cinemas in collaboration with Lyca Productions, Empuraan is set to redefine Malayalam cinema’s scale and storytelling, much like other Indian cinematic giants such as Baahubali, KGF, and Leo.

Scheduled to release on March 27, 2025, Empuraan is the second installment in a planned trilogy, with Lucifer director Prithviraj and star Mohanlal confirming the development of a third film, L3. The teaser live-streaming initiative has not only sparked excitement among fans but also set a new benchmark for promotional strategies in Mollywood.

From Boomers to Gen Z, fans and critics alike are celebrating this as a “peak Mollywood moment.” The anticipation is palpable, with fans hailing Empuraan as a game-changer poised to take Malayalam cinema to new heights on the global stage.

Stay tuned as the storm begins with Empuraan!