L2: Empuraan Advance Booking: Mohanlal's Malayalam film creates a sensation before release, increasing challenges for Salman Khan's 'Sikander'.
Entertainment Desk: Mohanlal's highly anticipated film, L2: Empuraan, is all set to release in theaters on March 27th. Interestingly, this film, releasing three days before Salman Khan's Sikander, has already started creating a buzz at the box office. Reports suggest that the film is generating significant revenue at the international box office and has already set new records in advance bookings. The increasing popularity of Malayalam films, particularly in countries like the Middle East, the USA, Canada, Australia, and Singapore, seems to be benefiting L2: Empuraan.
Millions Earned Through Overseas Advance Bookings
L2: Empuraan has registered phenomenal advance bookings in the international market. According to a Koimoi report, the film has become the highest-grossing Malayalam film in terms of opening day collections. The film has already earned $1.68 million (approximately ₹14.50 crore) from advance bookings in foreign markets, a historic figure for any Malayalam film.
Mohanlal's Film Breaks Marakkar's Record
In terms of advance bookings, L2: Empuraan has surpassed the record set by Mohanlal's previous film, Marakkar: Lion of the Arabian Sea. Marakkar had earned $1.66 million from pre-sales on its first day, but L2: Empuraan has exceeded this figure, reaching $1.68 million. This indicates the immense enthusiasm among fans and suggests a spectacular box office opening.
The Growing Global Recognition of Malayalam Cinema
In recent years, the popularity of Malayalam cinema has significantly increased in the international market. The recent international success of Unni Mukundan's film, Marco, is a prime example. Now, L2: Empuraan is further propelling this wave. The film is not only taking Malayalam cinema to new heights but is also poised to make a b presence in other Indian languages.
Film to Release in Five Languages on March 27th
L2: Empuraan is directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran, who previously helmed hit films like Lucifer and Bro Daddy. This is his third directorial venture and will be released in Malayalam, along with Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada. Besides Mohanlal, Prithviraj Sukumaran himself will also be seen in a lead role.
