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India.com
a day ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
This 2 hour 43 minute thriller is a blockbuster with 8 IMDb rating, climax will blow your mind, has earned over Rs. 230 crores, the film is.., its lead actors are..
This 2 hour 43 minute thriller is a blockbuster with 8 IMDb rating, climax will blow your mind, has earned over Rs. 230 crores, the film is.., its lead actors are.. In the ever-evolving world of cinema, many films come and go every day. From the overflowing content on OTT to every Friday releases, the audience is spoilt for choice with too many options to binge on. In such a landscape, it's quite rare to come across a film that grips the audience by the pulse and isn't just another passing trend. But once in a while, some films surprise us and emerge like no other. Without massive promotion or any star-studded launches, these films leave an everlasting impact. One such tale is of a Malayalam thriller that is currently making waves, not because of its heavy promotions but purely because of merit. The film we are talking about is none other than Thudaram. Directed by Tarun Moorthy, this film is a blend of a strong storyline, unexpected twists, and authentic performances. The plot of the film revolves around a simple taxi driver called Benjamin, aka Benz. Who has a wife, son and a daughter. Ben Z is a simple man who is really attached to his car, so-much os that he doesn't let anyone else also drive it. However, one day his car crashes, he gives it to a mechanic for repair, who further uses his car for wrong purposes, landing Benz in trouble with the police. After a lot of trouble, Ben Z gets his car back from the police. In a turn of events, his son goes absconding, after searching for him tirelessly, he finally goes to the police to file his son's missing persons complaint. However, what happens next is totally unexpected. What happens next? Where does his son go? All of this comes with a lot of unexpected twists and turns as the story unfolds. Released in April, this film did exceptionally well both commercially and critically. Made on a budget of Rs. 90 crores, this film collected ₹121.2 crore in India nd ₹234.5 crore globally. The film also features a star-studded cast with Mohanlal in the lead, along with other stars like Shobhana, Prakash Verma, Maniyampilla Raju, and Bharathiraja. From the emotional storytelling to the unexpected twists, this 2-hour 43-minute film will keep you glued to your seat and have you guessing on what's coming next. With an impressive 8/10 rating on IMDb, this film hit gold at the box office and is now currently in the top 10 trending at Disney+ Hotstar. If you are a thriller movie enthusiast, this has to be on your must-watch list.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Selvaraghavan calls Mohanlal India's best actor!
One of Tamil cinema's finest directors , who is also the elder brother of actor Dhanush, on Tuesday praised Malayalam actor for his outstanding performance in his blockbuster film, 'Thudaram', saying that he was "mesmerised by the best actor in India". Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Taking to his timeline on X, Selvaraghavan wrote, "Brilliant Brilliant movie Thudarum is! Only @Mohanlal sir can pull of this film! What an actor! Mesmerised by the best actor in India!" Directed by Tharun Moorthy, 'Thudarum', which released earlier this year, went on to emerge as a huge blockbuster, shattering records at the box office. In fact, the film went on to script a new chapter in the Kerala box office history, making over a whopping Rs 100 crore in just Kerala alone. The film went on to garner so much love from audiences that Mohanlal penned a post of gratitude. Mohanlal, in his post of gratitude, had said, "I'm deeply moved and truly humbled by the love and heartfelt response for #Thudarum. Each message and every word of appreciation has touched me in ways I can't fully express." He then went on to say,"Thank you for opening your hearts to this story, for seeing its soul, and for embracing it with such gratitude is not mine alone. It belongs to every single person who walked this journey with me, giving their love, effort, and spirit to every frame. "To Renjith M, Tharun Moorthy, KR Sunil, Shobhana, Binu Pappu, Prakash Varma, Shaji Kumar, Jakes Bejoy and our extraordinary team - your artistry and passion made Thudarum what it is," Mohanlal said. The actor pointed out that Thudarum was made with care, with purpose, and above all, with truth. "To see it resonate so deeply is more than a reward. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now It is a true all my heart, thank you. with love and gratitude always," he signed off. Directed by Tharun Moorthy, Tharunam had triggered huge excitement among fans for a number of reasons even before its release. The first and foremost reason was that this film featured actress Shobana opposite Mohanlal after almost 19 years. Their onscreen pairing is among the most loved in . Some of the landmark films in which the two actors have been featured together include Manichithrathazhu, Thenmavi Kombathu and Mambazhakkalam. The next reason was that this film was actor Mohanlal's 360th film and his 56th film with actress Shobana. The film had music by Jakes Bejoy and cinematography by Shaji Kumar. Written by K R Sunil and Tharun Moorthy, the film had editing by Shafeeque V B and Nishadh Yusuf. --IANS mkr/
India.com
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
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.
Time of India
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Mohanlal's Thudaram beats Tovino Thomas's 2018 to be the third highest-grossing Malayalam film
Mohanlal's 'Thudaram,' directed by Tharun Moorthy, has become a box office success, earning Rs 98.75 crore in India within 17 days. Surpassing '2018' collections, it's now the third highest-grossing Malayalam film. The film's strong performance, particularly in the Malayalam market, positions it to soon enter the Rs 100 crore club, joining 'L2: Empuraan' and 'Manjummel Boys'. Mohanlal 's latest film Thudaram, directed by Tharun Moorthy , is proving to be a box office juggernaut. In just 17 days, the film has raked in a staggering Rs 98.75 crore in India, surpassing the lifetime collections of Tovino Thomas ' blockbuster 2018, which had earned Rs 92.85 crore. With this feat, Thudaram has officially become the third highest-grossing Malayalam film of all time, etching another milestone in Mohanlal's illustrious career. From the day of its release, Thudaram showcased a steady and consistent performance at the box office. Operation Sindoor 'Our job is to hit target, not to count body bags': Air Marshal Bharti on Op Sindoor Precautionary blackout imposed across parts of Rajasthan, Punjab 'Indian Navy was in position to strike Karachi': Vice Admiral on Operation Sindoor It opened with Rs 5.25 crore on its first Friday and saw remarkable growth over the weekend, peaking at Rs10.5 crore on its first Sunday. Despite the expected weekday drops, the film held strong, closing its first week at an impressive Rs 51.4 crore. The momentum continued into the second week, with the film collecting Rs 35.35 crore, registering only a 31.23% drop — a commendable hold considering the competition and screen count. The third weekend has once again reaffirmed the film's popularity. Early estimates for its third Sunday suggest a Rs5 crore collection, bringing the total to Rs98.75 crore. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Google Brain Co-Founder Andrew Ng, Recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Around Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo What makes Thudaram 's run even more remarkable is its dominance in the Malayalam market. Of the total earnings so far, over Rs96 crore has come from the Malayalam version alone, while the Telugu and Tamil dubbed versions contributed a smaller share. Its ability to maintain audience interest for over two weeks and attract strong weekend footfalls has been pivotal in its climb up the box office charts. With just Rs 1.25 crore more needed, Thudaram is now poised to enter the coveted Rs100 crore club — a rare achievement for Malayalam cinema. If it crosses the mark within the next couple of days, it will join the elite list alongside L2: Empuraan and Manjummel Boys as only the third Malayalam film to cross the Rs 100 crore mark in India.
Indian Express
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Thudarum box office collection day 8: Mohanlal's film earns thrice the collective revenue of Barroz and Malaikottai Vaaliban
Thudarum box office collection day 8: Mohanlal is having an excellent 2025. After the massive success of his film L2: Empuraan, which earned Rs 265.5 crore worldwide after opening at Rs 24.5 crore on its release day, his second release of the year is seeing similar success. After opening at Rs 5.25 crore last week, the film saw a huge growth over the weekend and continued this momentum by earning Rs 5.5 crore on its second Friday. The film's total India net collection stands at Rs 56.9 crore, crore, according to industry tracker Sacnilk. Meanwhile, according to Mohanlal, Thudarum has crossed the Rs 100 crore mark globally. The actor took to his X handle to claim his film reached the Rs 100 crore milestone in just six days of its release. The veteran star even celebrated the success of both his 2025 releases with members of AKMFCWA State Committee, a picture of which he shared on his social media handles. Globally, the film is set to cross the Rs 150 crore mark. Thudaram, reportedly made on a budget of Rs 28 crores, witnessed an overall occupancy of 61.37% in the Malayalam language. The film has also released in the Telugu language with selective shows across the country. Thudarum's 8th day collection is just from 900 shows and is better than the figure posted by L2: Empuraan, which earned just Rs 4.55 crore on its eighth day of release. Thudarum, directed by Tharun Moorthy, is a crime thriller. Apart from Mohanlal, the film also stars Shobana, Prakash Varma, Farhaan Faasil, Maniyanpilla Raju, and Chandini Baiju, among others. Mohanlal had a difficult 2024, which was marked by two bombs. He made his directorial debut with the fantasy film Barroz 3D – Guardian of Treasures. The film, reportedly made on a budget of Rs 150 crore, earned just 10% of its budget in its lifetime. Similarly, the epic period film Malaikottai Vaaliban,directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery, failed to resonate with the audience. The film, reportedly made on a budget of Rs 65 crore, earned just Rs 29.75 crore worldwide.
