This 2 hour 43 minute crime thriller broke box office records, became No 1 on in 48 hours, 7.9 IMDb rating; movie is…, lead actor is…
Crime thrillers are among the most-watched genres, captivating audiences with their unsettling narratives, often based on real-life mysteries unfolding before their eyes. These stories are packed with suspense, are highly engaging, and keep viewers glued to their screens. The Indian film we're about to discuss is a solid crime thriller, not just for its stylish and inventive direction, but also for its adrenaline-pumping narrative and well-executed action sequences that keep audiences on the edge of their seats. This 2-hour 43-minute film ruled the box office for over a month, and once it hit OTT platforms, it made such an impact that it outshone several other releases.
Released on April 25, 2025, the movie's name is ' Thudaram '. It received critical acclaim and emerged as a blockbuster. It is currently the third highest-grossing Malayalam film and the fourth highest-grossing Indian film of 2025. The movie directed by Tharun Moorthy, featured Mohanlal and Shobana, alongside Prakash Varma, Farhaan Faasil, Maniyanpilla Raju, Binu Pappu, Irshad Ali, Aarsha Chandini Baiju, Thomas Mathew, Sangeeth Prathap and Krishna Prabha in supporting roles. Thudarum is the story about…
Movie Thudarum tells the story of a taxi driver affectionately known as Benz who lives in the quaint town of Pathanamthitta, Kerala, with his wife Lalitha and their two children, Pavi and Pavithra. The movie starts with a regular family to help the audience build an emotional connection with the characters. The heartwarming family and comedy scenes successfully drag viewers to the doors of suspense, and the movie soon turns into a serious thriller.
The second half of Thudarum takes a darker, more intense turn, delivering a thrilling experience with gripping action as the plot thickens. The pace picks up significantly, packed with unexpected twists and turns. Thudaram is a monster blockbuster movie
Mohanlal in Thudarum
Thudaram performed excellently at the box office. The movie gave Mohanlal his second Rs 100 crore film in 2025 after L2: Empuraan, which was released earlier this year.
Thudaram features superstar Mohanlal as Shanmugham, also known as Benz. He is a taxi driver who loves his Ambassador car. Made on a budget of Rs 28 crore, the film grossed Rs 232 crore worldwide in 34 days, including Rs 118 crore gross from Kerala alone.
After making a bumper collection at the box office, this blockbuster movie was streamed on the OTT platform Prime Video on May 30, 2025. But within just 48 hours of the film being streamed, it started trending at no. 1.
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