With ₹58 crore in advance bookings, Mohanlal’s much-anticipated sequel L2: Empuraan is poised to deliver Malayalam cinema’s biggest-ever global opening.
March 26, 2025: As Indian cinema continues to expand its global footprint, Malayalam superstar Mohanlal and filmmaker Prithviraj Sukumaran are rewriting box office expectations with L2: Empuraan. The film, a sequel to the 2019 blockbuster Lucifer, has already grossed ₹58 crore in global advance sales, setting the stage for a potentially record-shattering ₹100 crore opening weekend.
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Trade experts like Ramesh Bala and Sreedhar Pillai have confirmed the unprecedented momentum for Empuraan, with predictions of ₹40-50 crore on Day 1 alone, globally.
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“This is truly path-breaking for Malayalam cinema. The buzz in Kerala is unmatched and international markets, including the US and Ireland, are also showing strong pre-sales,” said Sreedhar Pillai.
🔹 Key Highlights
- ₹58 Cr in global pre-sales, a record for Malayalam cinema.
- Opening day estimate: ₹15 Cr in Kerala, ₹40-50 Cr worldwide.
- Houseful shows scheduled from 6 AM onwards in multiple single screens.
- Advance bookings strong in US ($1M+), Ireland, and GCC countries.
- Release date: March 27, 2025.
- A comeback vehicle for Mohanlal after recent underperformers.
🔹 Why This Matters
L2: Empuraan represents not just a film release, but a cultural and economic inflection point for Malayalam cinema. The scale of the release and global anticipation speaks volumes about how regional cinema is now commanding mainstream attention and global respect.
With a rich ensemble featuring Manju Warrier, Tovino Thomas, Suraj Venjaramoodu, and Jerome Flynn, this action-thriller franchise is redefining storytelling and distribution strategies for regional content.
🎬 What’s Next?
All eyes are on Empuraan’s opening weekend numbers as it goes head-to-head with other pan-India releases like Salman Khan’s Sikandar and Chiyaan Vikram’s Veera Dheera Sooran. Regardless of competition, Empuraan has already claimed its place in the history books of Indian cinema.
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