​Mohanlal and Prithviraj’s L2E Empuraan cross US$ 4 million mark in advance sales in overseas markets | Malayalam Movie News

Mohanlal and Prithviraj Sukumaran‘s highly anticipated sequel, L2E: Empuraan, is poised to make a monumental impact at the global box office, with combined overseas advance bookings for premieres and opening day surpassing an impressive US $4.02 million as per Track BO. This remarkable achievement underscores the film’s widespread appeal and the immense anticipation surrounding its release.

Record-Breaking Overseas Pre-Sales
As of March 27, 2025, Empuraan has garnered approximately US $ 575,000 just for premiere shows in North America and in UAE market the film has crossed US $ 1.32 million in overseas advance bookings for its opening day, which converts to nearly Rs 16 crore mark . These figures highlight the film’s strong international presence and the enthusiastic response from audiences abroad.
In Germany, the film has shattered previous records by achieving €50,000 in pre-sales for its opening day. This milestone is particularly significant, as no prior Malayalam film had surpassed €10,000 in opening day sales in the country as per Filmibeat.
Anticipation and Global Appeal
Empuraan serves as the sequel to the 2019 blockbuster Lucifer, which introduced audiences to Mohanlal’s enigmatic character, Stephen Nedumpally, also known as Khureshi-Ab’raam. Directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran and written by Murali Gopy, the sequel promises to delve deeper into the intricate world of power dynamics and political conspiracies, featuring a star-studded cast that includes Tovino Thomas, Manju Warrier, Indrajith Sukumaran, and international actors such as Jerome Flynn and Eriq Ebouaney.
The film’s production spanned multiple countries, including India, the United Kingdom, the United States, and the United Arab Emirates, reflecting its ambitious scope and global appeal. Notably, Empuraan is set to be the first-ever Malayalam film released in IMAX format, offering audiences an unparalleled cinematic experience.
Box Office Projections
Given the extraordinary advance booking figures, industry analysts predict that Empuraan is on track to achieve record-breaking opening day collections worldwide. The film’s success in overseas markets, particularly in regions like North America, Europe, and Australia, underscores the growing global appetite for Malayalam cinema. In India itself the film closed it’s day 1 advance booking at almost Rs 20 crore mark and by the end of the day given the strong word of mouth- the film will be anywhere in the range of Rs 28 to Rs 30 crore mark.
Conclusion
As Empuraan gears up for its worldwide release, the film’s unprecedented pre-sales figures reflect the immense anticipation and excitement among audiences globally. With its compelling narrative, stellar cast, and groundbreaking achievements, Empuraan is poised to redefine box office records and set a new standard for Malayalam cinema on the international stage.