Mohanlal-Prithviraj Sukumaran’s political action thriller storms past the century mark globally, despite mixed reviews.
Mumbai | March 29, 2025
Mohanlal’s mass appeal and Prithviraj Sukumaran’s directorial vision have once again set the box office ablaze. The much-anticipated sequel to Lucifer, titled L2: Empuraan, has officially entered the coveted Rs 100-crore club within just 48 hours, as per the film’s producers Aashirvad Cinemas.
“Empuraan surpasses ₹100 crore at the box office worldwide in less than 48 hours, setting new benchmarks in cinematic history,” the production house posted on social media, thanking fans and supporters.
💰 Box Office Breakdown
- Day 1 (Worldwide gross): ₹21 crore
- Day 2 (India Net): ₹11.75 crore
- Total India Net (as per Sacnilk): ₹32.75 crore
- Worldwide Gross (Claimed by Makers): ₹100+ crore
Despite mixed reviews from critics, the film’s stellar star power, high-octane visuals, and scale have drawn massive crowds across regions, particularly in Kerala and overseas markets.
🎬 A Sequel Years in the Making
Released on March 27, Empuraan is the second installment of the ambitious Lucifer trilogy. With Mohanlal reprising his role as Stephen Nedumpally, the film continues his enigmatic political underworld journey.
Directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran, the film also stars:
- Tovino Thomas
- Manju Warrier
- Indrajith Sukumaran
- Suraj Venjaramoodu
- Abhimanyu Singh
- Jerome Flynn (of Game of Thrones fame)
📽️ Reception & Scale
While some reviews called the film less nuanced than Lucifer, it has been praised for grand production values, slick visuals, and intense performances. The promotional strategy, including multi-city tours and digital-first campaigns, helped build buzz, particularly outside Kerala.
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