'Thudarum' Box Office Collection Day 8: Mohanlal starrer inches closer to Rs 60 crore in India
Mohanlal's latest thriller 'Thudarum' continues to impress at the box office, maintaining strong momentum as it enters its second week.
According to trade analyst Sacnilk, the film earned an estimated Rs 5.50 crore net across all languages on its eighth day, bringing the total India net collection to around Rs 56.90 crore. Over its first week, Thudarum amassed Rs 51.4 crore, with daily collections showing steady performance despite typical weekday drops. The Malayalam version dominates the earnings, contributing over Rs 50 crore, while the Telugu-dubbed version adds a small but consistent share.
On Friday, May 2, Thudarum recorded an impressive overall Malayalam occupancy of 61.37%. Morning shows began with a modest 37.23% occupancy, which rose significantly to nearly 60% in the afternoon. Evening shows attracted over 71% of the audience, while night shows peaked at a remarkable 77.21%, reflecting strong viewer interest and positive word-of-mouth in Kerala and among Malayalam-speaking audiences.
Directed by Tharun Moorthy, 'Thudarum' is a gripping action-comedy drama that stars Mohanlal in a commanding lead role. The film also features veteran actors Shobana, Maniyanpilla Raju, Binu Pappu, and
Irshad Ali
in key roles. The story blends intense action sequences with emotional drama.
The film's success is notable for its strong hold during weekdays and its ability to attract audiences consistently across major Malayalam-speaking regions such as Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode, and Thrissur. Even in metros outside Kerala, like Chennai and Bengaluru, 'Thudarum' has garnered respectable occupancy rates.
The story is set in the peaceful hill town of Ranni and revolves around Shanmugham, affectionately known as Benz, a humble taxi driver deeply attached to his vintage black Ambassador car. Benz leads a simple, content life with his wife Lalitha and their two children, though his son Pavi is embarrassed by his father's old-fashioned ways.
'Thudarum' has also crossed the Rs 100 crore mark worldwide within six days, combining domestic and overseas collections, making it one of the highest-grossing Malayalam films of 2025.
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