Vismaya Mohanlal's 'Thudakkam' Crosses Rs 20 Crore in Opening Weekend
The Malayalam feature film 'Thudakkam', directed by filmmaker Jude Anthany Joseph and marking the screen debut of Vismaya Mohanlal, crossed the Rs 20 crore collection mark during its opening weekend after releasing in theatres on August 7. The film opened to strong responses and impressive theatre occupancy across Kerala.
On its first day at the box office, 'Thudakkam' collected Rs 6.8 crore. This opening day total surpassed the first-day collection of Kalyani Priyadarshan’s film 'Lokah', which had recorded Rs 6.6 crore on its opening day. The strong initial momentum continued through the weekend, allowing the film to build a total of over Rs 20 crore in its first three days.
Vismaya Mohanlal, the daughter of actor Mohanlal, makes her acting debut in the movie playing the character of Meenu. Her role depicts a woman fighting against all odds and obstacles in society, and her performance in the lead role has become a major talking point among filmgoers following the release.
Mohanlal himself features in a crucial role in 'Thudakkam', lending support to the debutant-led project. Actor Asish Anthony also plays a key role in the film, contributing to its overall box office outcome. The production managed to draw diverse audience demographics, successfully attracting family audiences as well as young viewers to cinema halls.
The commercial performance of 'Thudakkam' stands out as a significant milestone among woman-centric Malayalam movies. Female-led films have traditionally encountered difficulties in matching the opening box office numbers typically generated by star hero movies. Despite Vismaya Mohanlal being a star kid with the backing of her father, the box office figures reflect a notable opening for a film centered on a female protagonist.
With its impressive opening weekend numbers and sustained audience turnout, 'Thudakkam' has emerged as a major commercial success for its cast and crew. The film's strong start marks a notable beginning for Vismaya Mohanlal's acting career in Malayalam cinema following its August 7 premiere.
