‘Thudarum’ Joins ₹100-Crore Club: After 'L2: Empuraan,' Another Win for Mohanlal
Directed by Tharun Moorthy, the film hit theatres on April 25, 2025, and has been receiving overwhelmingly positive reviews from both critics and audiences.
Mohanlal’s latest Malayalam release, Thudarum, has achieved a significant milestone by grossing ₹100 crore worldwide within just six days of its release. Directed by Tharun Moorthy, the film hit theatres on April 25, 2025, and has been receiving overwhelmingly positive reviews from both critics and audiences.
Produced by M. Renjith under the Rejaputhra Visual Media banner and presented by Antony Perumbavur’s Aashirvad Cinemas, Thudarum marks a powerful comeback for the iconic Mohanlal-Shobana duo, whose professional partnership spans over 50 films. Their on-screen reunion created palpable excitement among fans, and the film’s strong performance at the box-office stands testament to the enduring charm of this celebrated pairing.
Described as a revenge drama, Thudarum also features notable performances by Shobana, Binu Pappu and Prakash Varma. The film has been widely appreciated for its compelling narrative, emotional depth, and Mohanlal’s standout performance—hailed by many as a return to form after a spate of underwhelming roles.
This commercial success makes Thudarum the second Mohanlal film in 2025 to surpass the ₹100 crore mark, following L2: Empuraan, a sequel to the 2019 political thriller Lucifer. Despite facing backlash for allegedly offending religious sentiments, Empuraan managed a solid run at the box office. Thudarum’s swift rise to the ₹100-crore club not only cements Mohanlal’s place among India’s most bankable stars but also signals a strong phase for Malayalam cinema, driven by content-rich storytelling and star power.