Thudarum Hits ₹100 Crore: Mohanlal’s Blockbuster Joins Mollywood’s Elite Club

May 13, 2025: Mohanlal’s latest crime thriller, Thudarum, has crossed an extraordinary milestone on its 18th day at the Indian box office, entering the coveted 100 crore club. This marks a monumental achievement, as the film joins the ranks of Manjummel Boys and L2: Empuraan, becoming the third Malayalam film to reach the ₹100 crore net mark in India.

Box Office Success: A 100 Crore Milestone

As per Sacnilk, Thudarum has amassed a remarkable ₹101.65 crore net in just 18 days. The film’s incredible performance was consistent, even during the weekdays. After a power-packed third weekend, it continued to show impressive collections, with its third Monday earnings almost mirroring that of its third Friday collections. The film’s success has not only solidified its spot in the 100 crore club but also demonstrated the growing appeal of Malayalam cinema in the national and global markets.

Mohanlal’s Historic Feat: Two 100 Crore Hits!

What makes this achievement even more significant is that Mohanlal has become the only Malayalam actor to deliver two 100 crore net grossers for Mollywood at the Indian box office. With Thudarum joining his previous blockbuster, L2: Empuraan, this demonstrates his unparalleled dominance in the Malayalam film industry. Laletan continues to reign supreme, making history with every release.

Global Earnings: A Stellar Performance Worldwide

Globally, Thudarum has achieved a gross collection of ₹209.99 crore in 18 days, with ₹119.94 crore gross from India and an impressive ₹90.05 crore from overseas markets. The film’s worldwide gross reflects its widespread appeal and commercial success, resonating with audiences both in India and internationally.

Weekend and Weekday Performance

Thudarum had a superb third weekend, grossing ₹12 crore between Friday and Sunday, with a notable contribution of ₹70 lakh from its newly released Tamil-dubbed version. On the third Monday, the film saw an excellent audience turnout, starting with 16% occupancy in the morning, rising to 34% in the afternoon, and peaking at 46% in the evening and night shows. This steady demand in theaters is expected to ensure Thudarum continues its impressive run for weeks to come.

The Road Ahead

With such a robust box office performance, Thudarum shows no signs of slowing down. The movie’s continued success, even during weekdays, signals that it could maintain a strong presence in theaters for the coming weeks. It also sets a new benchmark for future Malayalam films striving for similar commercial success.

• Thudarum has grossed ₹101.65 crore net at the Indian box office in 18 days.
• It’s the third Malayalam film to cross the 100 crore mark, following Manjummel Boys and L2: Empuraan.
• Mohanlal has now delivered two 100 crore net films, making history in Mollywood.
• Worldwide gross stands at ₹209.99 crore.
• Strong performances continue as the film maintains high occupancy, ensuring a long theater run.

With this momentum, Thudarum is poised to keep delivering blockbuster numbers, securing its place in the annals of Malayalam cinema’s greatest successes.