Mohanlal’s “Empuraan” Becomes Mollywood’s All-Time Industry Hit, Surpasses ₹241 Cr Worldwide
In a historic moment for Malayalam cinema, Mohanlal’s “Empuraan”, directed by Prithviraj, has officially overtaken “Manjummel Boys” to become the highest-grossing Malayalam film of all time, achieving this massive feat by crossing the ₹241 crore worldwide gross mark on its 10th day. With this, Empuraan has cemented its status as the new industry hit of Mollywood, shattering nearly all existing box office records. The film, which is a sequel to the 2019 blockbuster Lucifer, has taken the global box office by storm, with fans and critics praising Mohanlal’s unmatched screen presence and the film’s grand scale.
Empuraan is now heading towards a monumental ₹250 crore gross worldwide—a first for any Malayalam film. The film’s Kerala gross is steadily approaching ₹80 crore, making it one of the highest earners in the state. Overseas, the film has stunned trade circles by raking in ₹140 crore, with massive numbers from the Gulf, North America, and Europe. It has also made significant strides in the Rest of India circuit, earning ₹32 crore+, making it one of the most widely accepted Malayalam films across language barriers.
With this triumph, Mohanlal has redefined superstardom in Malayalam cinema. From grossing ₹100 crore share globally to setting new overseas records and becoming the fastest to many milestones, Empuraan stands tall as a box office phenomenon, rewriting the rules of Mollywood’s commercial landscape.
