Mohanlal’s ‘L2: Empuraan’ scripts history with record-breaking pre-sales, set for a massive opening.

etimes.in | Mar 27, 2025, 03.25 PM IST
Mohanlal’s ‘L2: Empuraan’ scripts history with record-breaking pre-sales, set for a massive opening.
Mohanlal’s highly anticipated film L2: Empuraan is setting new benchmarks at the box office even before its release.

Prithviraj’s 20-year dream realized: Directing Mohanlal and ‘Legend’ Manju Warrier in ‘L2: Empuraan’

At the trailer launch of L2: Empuraan, Prithviraj Sukumaran reflected on his two-decade-old dream of directing Mohanlal and Manju Warrier. The film has garnered praise from industry giants like Rajinikanth and SS Rajamouli, who commended its trailer. Mohanlal expressed gratitude towards Prithviraj for turning the ambitious project into reality. Scheduled for release on March 27, Empuraan is poised to be a major cinematic event. Additionally, Mohanlal and Shobana will feature in the upcoming drama movie 'Thudarum'.

Reportedly, the action thriller, directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran, has already crossed Rs 12 crore in pre-sales from the international market alone, making it the highest event for a Malayalam film overseas. According to the Sacnilk reports, ‘Empuraan’ is off to a flying start, with its pre-sales figures surpassing Rs 10 crore overseas in record time. Industry analysts predict that the film could set new benchmarks for Malayalam cinema, given the tremendous buzz surrounding it.

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Prithviraj Sukumaran took to social media to share the booking links and wrote, “All India bookings open now!!! Grab your tickets to watch the spectacle unfold in theatres across the world from 27/03/25!”
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The pre-bookings for ‘Empuraan’ in India officially opened on March 21, as announced by Prithviraj via his social media handle. With a week left for release, the numbers are expected to rise significantly as domestic bookings gain momentum. The film’s strong pre-release business indicates a massive opening at the box office.


During the recent IMAX trailer launch event, Mohanlal said that there is something ‘magical’ about ‘L2: Empuraan.’. The actor further said, “I don’t know what more to say about this film. Empuraan is not just a movie; it is our blood and sweat. The film will speak to you. Thank you, Prithviraj, for making the dream of a grand film like ‘Empuraan’ a reality.”


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Recently the makers shared the trailer for the Mohanlal starrer, which promises a grand-scale action flick. The ‘Game of Thrones’ actor Jerome Flynn will be playing a major role in Prithviraj Sukumaran’s directorial. With ‘Empuraan’ being a sequel to the 2019 blockbuster ‘Lucifer,’ expectations are sky-high.