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Pranav Mohanlal Dethrones Father Mohanlal as Top Malayalam Opener
1 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Pranav Mohanlal's horror thriller Dies Irae opens strongly at box office
- Breaks father Mohanlal's monopoly on top 3 Malayalam openers of 2025
- Dies Irae earns ₹4.5 crore on opening day, registers 46.2% occupancy
In a significant development, Pranav Mohanlal's horror thriller Dies Irae has made a strong box office debut, shaking up the Malayalam cinema landscape. The film, which released on Friday, October 31, 2025, has earned ₹4.5 crore on its opening day, registering an impressive occupancy of 46.2% in theaters.
Interestingly, Pranav's arrival has ended his father Mohanlal's reign at the top of the Malayalam box office. Prior to this, Mohanlal had claimed the top 3 spots for the biggest opening Malayalam films of 2025 in India. However, with the success of Dies Irae, Pranav has now broken his father's monopoly, claiming one of the top positions in the list.
The film's impressive performance comes despite facing stiff competition from other regional releases. It will be interesting to see if Dies Irae can maintain its momentum and achieve further milestones over the weekend. This debut marks a significant milestone in Pranav's career, as he establishes himself as a force to be reckoned with in the Malayalam film industry.
