In a cinematic landscape driven by high-decibel promotions and star-studded launches, Thudarum has emerged as an unexpected juggernaut. With minimal pre-release buzz, Mohanlal’s action thriller has quietly rewritten the rules of success. The film has now crossed 4 million tickets sold on BookMyShow, becoming only the second Malayalam film after Manjummel Boys to achieve this milestone.
Vintage Pair Mohanlal-Shobhana Strike Gold
Directed by Tharun Moorthy, Thudarum marks the highly anticipated reunion of Malayalam cinema’s beloved pair Mohanlal and Shobhana. Their on-screen chemistry breathes soul into the emotional thriller. Mohanlal plays Shanmugham, aka Benz, a cab driver haunted by the tragic death of his son. Shobhana delivers a restrained yet powerful performance, adding layers of emotional depth to the narrative.
The film’s grounded storytelling, intense performances, and nostalgic undertones have struck a chord with audiences. Despite lacking the fanfare of a blockbuster, Thudarum has grossed over ₹100 crore in Kerala alone.
#Thudarum Gross into 100 Cr from Kerala alone ~ Set to become the first-ever film to hit this milestone from the state. And it’s none other than Mohanlal making history!
pic.twitter.com/9XUBHtK5Nc— MalayalamReview (@MalayalamReview) May 13, 2025
Tops BookMyShow Charts, Challenges Records
Here are the top five Malayalam films on BookMyShow based on ticket sales:
Manjummel Boys – 4.3 million
Thudarum – 4 million
Empuraan – 3 million
Aavesham – 3 million
The Goatlife – 2.92 million
Notably, Thudarum has surpassed big-ticket films like Empuraan and Aavesham, and even edged past Mohanlal’s earlier release L2: Empuraan.
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Outperforming Across Industries
Released alongside Mammootty’s Bazooka and Naslen’s Alappuzha Gymkhana, Thudarum quickly outpaced both. It has even outshone recent releases from other industries like Nani’s HIT 3, Suriya’s Retro, and Ajay Devgn’s Raid 2.
More than just a box office hit, Thudarum is a phenomenon—one that proves great cinema needs no noise, only sincerity.
