Mohanlal's Drishyam 3 Sets New Box Office Record in Malayalam Cinema Mohanlal's latest film, Drishyam 3, has made a significant mark in the Malayalam film industry, becoming the second-highest opener of all time. The crime thriller, directed by Jithu Joseph, was released on April 21 and immediately captured the attention of audiences. The film's opening day collections surpassed expectations, setting a new benchmark for box office performance in the region. The movie's success is evident from its opening day figures, which included a net collection of ₹15.85 crore and a gross of ₹18.37 crore. Overseas markets contributed an additional ₹25 crore, bringing the global total to over ₹43.37 crore. This achievement places Drishyam 3 in the second position among the highest-grossing Malayalam films on their opening day. It surpassed the previous record holder, the spy thriller Patriyath, which had earned ₹28.10 crore on its first day. Drishyam 3 is part of a successful series that began with the 2013 film Drishyam, which was a massive hit and became the highest-grossing Malayalam film at the time. The sequel, Drishyam 2, released in 2021, also enjoyed critical acclaim and commercial success, further cementing the franchise's popularity. The third installment in the series was produced under the banner of Ashirvad Cinema and directed by Jithu Joseph, with Antony Perumbavoor as the producer. The film features Mohanlal in a pivotal role, alongside Mammta, and includes performances by Anaswara Hassan and Esther Anil. The story, which continues the narrative of the previous films, has been praised for its suspenseful plot and engaging storytelling. While some critics have offered mixed reviews, the film's strong opening day performance indicates its appeal to a wide audience.#drishyam_3 #mohanlal #antony_perumbavoor #jithu_joseph #ashirvad_cinema
Mohanlal Set to Collaborate with Dileesh Pothan on Lucifer 3 Project A long-awaited collaboration between Malayalam superstar Mohanlal and acclaimed filmmaker Dileesh Pothan has been officially confirmed, ending years of speculation. The announcement came through Antony Perumbavoor, Mohanlal’s frequent collaborator and producer, who revealed on social media that the duo will work together on a new project. The film, produced by Shibu Baby John, will be directed by Dileesh Pothan, marking a significant milestone in both their careers. Perumbavoor also confirmed that the third installment of the Lucifer franchise, titled Azrael, is in the works, aiming to revive the franchise’s box office success. The Lucifer series, which began with the 2019 film Lucifer directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran, became a landmark release in Malayalam cinema. The film, written by Murali Gopy and produced under Antony Perumbavoor’s Aashirvad Cinemas, grossed Rs 127.5 crore globally, far exceeding its Rs 25 crore budget. Its success paved the way for a sequel, L2: Empuraan (2025), which became the highest-grossing Malayalam film of all time, earning Rs 266.81 crore worldwide. However, the sequel faced mixed critical reception and sparked controversy due to its handling of sensitive political themes, which drew backlash from right-wing groups. Despite these challenges, Antony Perumbavoor emphasized that a third film is inevitable, stating that the franchise requires a “massive entertainer” to reinvigorate the box office. Dileesh Pothan, known for his critically acclaimed directorial debut Maheshinte Prathikaram (2016), has long expressed his desire to work with Mohanlal and Mammootty. In a 2023 interview with SCREEN, he mentioned ongoing discussions with Mammootty, though no concrete script or project has been finalized.#mohanlal #dileesh_pothan #antony_perumbavoor #shibu_baby_john #lucifer
