"Thudakkam" Makes Promising Debut: Vismaya Mohanlal’s Thriller Garners Over ₹31 Crore Worldwide in First Week
Kochi, Kerala – Vismaya Mohanlal’s highly anticipated debut film, "Thudakkam," has made a notable impact at the box office, maintaining a steady performance through its inaugural week. The Malayalam thriller, which premiered on August 7th, has demonstrated consistent audience engagement, culminating in a worldwide gross of ₹31.54 crore within its first six days.
The film, marking the acting debut of Vismaya Mohanlal in a lead role, recorded a slight but significant increase in its daily earnings on Wednesday, the sixth day of its theatrical run. According to data released by Sacnilk, "Thudakkam" amassed ₹1.61 crore in India net collections on Day 6, a marginal yet positive growth of 0.6% compared to Day 5’s collection of ₹1.60 crore.
Solid Domestic Performance and Occupancy Trends
"Thudakkam" has garnered a cumulative India net collection of ₹15.21 crore, with its total India gross reaching ₹17.64 crore. The film registered a robust 1,086 shows across India on its sixth day, indicating strong distribution and audience interest.
Occupancy rates for "Thudakkam" have shown encouraging trends. On Day 6, the movie recorded an overall occupancy of 31%, a slight improvement over the 30% reported on Day 5. Specifically, the Malayalam version of the film experienced an overall occupancy of 24.83%. Analysis of daily showtimes reveals a gradual increase in audience turnout throughout the day: morning shows started at 13.83%, afternoon shows rose to 23.42%, while evening and night shows peaked at 30.08% and 30.17% respectively, demonstrating a preference for later screenings.
Global Reach: Crossing the ₹30 Crore Mark
Beyond its domestic success, "Thudakkam" has also captivated international audiences, accumulating a substantial ₹13.90 crore in overseas gross collections. When combined with its India gross of ₹17.64 crore, the film’s total worldwide gross stands at an impressive ₹31.54 crore after just six days, solidifying its position as a promising contender in the recent box office landscape.
Critical Reception and Key Highlights
ETimes, in its exclusive review, awarded "Thudakkam" a rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars, highlighting several strengths of the Malayalam thriller. Vismaya Mohanlal’s debut performance in the lead role received particular praise, indicating a strong start to her acting career. The review also commended the film’s compelling first half and its distinctive sound design, contributing significantly to the immersive experience.
While the first half garnered positive attention, the film’s second half received a more nuanced and mixed assessment from critics. Adding another layer of intrigue to the production, veteran actor Mohanlal, Vismaya’s father, makes a special cameo appearance in the movie, directed by Jude Anthany Joseph.
The initial box office figures and critical reception suggest a positive trajectory for "Thudakkam." As the film continues its theatrical run, industry observers will be keen to see if it can maintain its momentum and further establish Vismaya Mohanlal as a noteworthy talent in the Malayalam film industry.
DISCLAIMER: The box office numbers and the data in this article are compiled from public and industry sources. All figures are approximate unless explicitly mentioned, offering a fair representation of the movie’s box office performance. These totals may change as official studio data is updated or as additional international market reports are finalized. This data is provided by us for informational and entertainment purposes only.
