Mohanlal's film 'L2: Empuran' saw a dip in its earnings on Tuesday, marking its first single-digit collection on its sixth day of release.
Entertainment Desk: Mohanlal's Malayalam film 'L2: Empuran' has been performing exceptionally well at the box office. However, the film's collections saw a decline on Tuesday, registering its first single-digit earnings on the sixth day of its release. Directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran, the film is nearing the 100 crore club. Let's examine its cumulative collection and the impact of the cuts imposed on the film.
Sixth-Day Collection Dip
Released on March 27, 2025, this Mohanlal action-thriller received an overwhelming response from audiences. While the film had a bumper opening in its initial days, its collections witnessed a decline on the sixth day.
• Day 1: ₹21 crore
• Day 2: ₹11.1 crore
• Day 3: ₹13.25 crore
• Day 4: ₹13.65 crore
• Day 5: ₹11.15 crore
• Day 6: ₹9 crore (Preliminary figures)
In total, 'L2: Empuran' has grossed ₹79.15 crore so far.
Did the Censorship Cuts Affect the Collections?
The dip in the film's earnings followed a major controversy. The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) ordered the removal of 24 scenes related to the Godhra riots and communal violence. Approximately 2 minutes and 8 seconds of footage were cut, after which the film was re-released. This alteration seems to have contributed to the decline in the film's earnings. However, the film is still expected to soon join the 100 crore club.
The film also faced stiff competition from Salman Khan's 'Sikander' upon its release, but this didn't significantly impact 'L2: Empuran's box office collection. Mohanlal's massive fan following and the film's b storyline have sustained its performance.
Star Cast and Strong Direction
Besides Mohanlal, 'L2: Empuran' features Prithviraj Sukumaran in a pivotal role. Other actors include Tovino Thomas, Indrajith Sukumaran, Manju Warrier, Prayagadas, and Suraj Venjaramoodu. Director Prithviraj Sukumaran's masterful direction has successfully drawn audiences to theaters.
Considering the current collections, the film is projected to soon enter the ₹100 crore club. A surge in earnings is particularly anticipated during the upcoming weekend.
