The anticipation surrounding the Malayalam film L2: Empuraan is reaching a fever pitch as advance ticket bookings are set to open on March 21, 2025, at 9:00 AM IST. Directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran, the sequel to the 2019 blockbuster Lucifer promises to deliver high-octane action, grand visuals, and an enthralling narrative.
Fans are eagerly waiting as the clock ticks down to the opening day, which is scheduled for March 27, 2025. In a message posted on social media, Prithviraj enthusiastically announced, "09:00 IST on the 21st of March 2025... the floodgates to the world of Empuraan will open! Grab your tickets fast! All India bookings opening tomorrow morning." This announcement has sent fans into a frenzy, anticipating the chance to secure their seats for what is expected to be a cinematic spectacle.
The momentum for L2: Empuraan is already evident in its international sales, with pre-sales crossing a remarkable ₹12 crore by the first day alone. Reports indicate that the film garnered over US $351,000 in the UAE and has sold approximately 23,500 tickets for 759 scheduled shows, with grossing totals likely to climb considerably leading up to its long-awaited premiere. The Gulf total has reached US $396,000, further emphasizing its strong appeal.
Moreover, the film has also made waves in North America, where it crossed the US $125,000 mark, positioning it as the highest-grossing Malayalam film in the region before its official release.
The film's trailer, released a day ahead of schedule, has already amassed over 4 million views, creating buzz and heightening expectations. The visual treat portrays the evolution of Mohanlal’s character, Khureshi Ab’raam, while hinting at new twists and developments within its overarching narrative framework.
Set to be released in multiple languages, including Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, and Kannada, L2: Empuraan will become the first Malayalam film ever to be available in IMAX format. This includes a global release aligned with various time zones, with the first show kicking off at 6 AM IST on March 27, 2025.
The star-studded cast of L2: Empuraan includes notable actors such as Tovino Thomas and Manju Warrier, alongside international talent like Jerome Flynn, promising a diverse cinematic experience across cultures.
Initially announced in 2019, the film faced production delays but used that time to expand its narrative scope. With a finalized screenplay in 2022, filming began in October 2023 across several locations, including Faridabad, Shimla, and various international sites. As the project progressed, the involvement of Aashirvad Cinemas, Lyca Productions, and Sree Gokulam Movies as co-producers further endorsed the film's robust production caliber.
Industry trackers from Sacnilk have noted that the film's projected opening weekend could net between ₹40-50 crore globally, an ambitious target that indicates the film's potential for breaking prior Malayalam cinema box office records. Before L2: Empuraan, the record for the highest opening day was held by Mohanlal’s previous film, Marakkar, at ₹20 crore.
In light of these developments, L2: Empuraan is anticipated not only to be a box office success but also a milestone for the Malayalam film industry. The combination of closely held fan expectations, strategic marketing efforts, and the expansive filmmaking quality aligns to suggest an unprecedented film experience.
As moviegoers across India and beyond prepare for the highly anticipated release, the excitement is palpable. Both casual audiences and die-hard fans of the franchise are gearing up to witness what could be a game-changing cinematic event. L2: Empuraan is set to take the theaters by storm, promising an explosive adventure that could redefine industry standards.
