In the landscape of Malayalam cinema, rarely does a film warrant the term ‘phenomenon.’ However, with its continuing box office dominance, “Manjummel Boys” certainly earns the title.
In a remarkable run, the film surpassed market expectations, with earnings that rivaled the suspense of its narrative.
The Record-Breaking Run
“Manjummel Boys,” a survival flick with a heart, has stunned the industry, staunching the flow of traditional box office trends. Grossing over ₹113.50 crore in India and ₹6.9 crore overseas, the film has held strong against the tide of time.
As it entered day 29 on Thursday, March 21, the blockbuster showed no sign of decline, minting approximately ₹1.50 crore at the domestic box office.
Stellar Cast Fuels Success
Guided by the crafty hand of director Chidambaram, “Manjummel Boys” boasts of a lineup that includes the likes of Soubin Shahir, Lal Jr, Sreenath Bhasi, Balu Varghese, and Ganapathy.
The cast’s chemistry and command over acting have been pivotal in the film’s palpable tension and relief, both on-screen and at the ticket counters.
Critical Acclaim Aligns with Audience Acclaim
It isn’t just the audience that has rallied behind “Manjummel Boys.” Critics have echoed the public’s adulation, lauding the film’s gripping storyline and commendable performances.
The Times of India’s own entertainment section ETimes rated the film a resounding 4 out of 5. Their review extolled it as “an absolute marvel of visuals, absolutely good writing, characterization, editing, acting, and all the thrills.”
Manjummel Boys Box Office Collection Day 29
The Malayalam survival film has made its mark, raking in an impressive ₹113.5 crore in net collection across India. With the latest earnings, the India gross collection snowballed to a staggering ₹132.58 crore coupled with a solid ₹6.9 crore from overseas markets.
Day | India Net Collection |
Day 1 [1st Thursday] | ₹ 3.3 Cr |
Day 2 [1st Friday] | ₹ 3.25 Cr |
Day 3 [1st Saturday] | ₹ 4.25 Cr |
Day 4 [1st Sunday] | ₹ 4.7 Cr |
Day 5 [1st Monday] | ₹ 2.6 Cr |
Day 6 [1st Tuesday] | ₹ 2.75 Cr |
Day 7 [1st Wednesday] | ₹ 2.8 Cr |
Day 8 [2nd Thursday] | ₹ 2.7 Cr |
Day 9 [2nd Friday] | ₹ 3.7 Cr |
Day 10 [2nd Saturday] | ₹ 7.45 Cr |
Day 11 [2nd Sunday] | ₹ 9.5 Cr |
Day 12 [2nd Monday] | ₹ 4.5 Cr |
Day 13 [2nd Tuesday] | ₹ 4.35 Cr |
Day 14 [2nd Wednesday] | ₹ 3.9 Cr |
Day 15 [3rd Thursday] | ₹ 3.75 Cr |
Day 16 [3rd Friday] | ₹ 5.5 Cr |
Day 17 [3rd Saturday] | ₹ 8.5 Cr |
Day 18 [3rd Sunday] | ₹ 8.9 Cr |
Day 19 [3rd Monday] | ₹ 3.1 Cr |
Day 20 [3rd Tuesday] | ₹ 2.7 Cr |
Day 21 [3rd Wednesday] | ₹ 2.55 Cr |
Day 22 [4th Thursday] | ₹ 2.3 Cr |
Day 23 [4th Friday] | ₹ 2 Cr |
Day 24 [4th Saturday] | ₹ 3.75 Cr |
Day 25 [4th Sunday] | ₹ 4.45 Cr |
Day 26 [4th Monday] | ₹ 1.55 Cr |
Day 27 [4th Tuesday] | ₹ 1.65 Cr |
Day 28 [4th Wednesday] | ₹ 1.6 Cr |
Day 29 [5th Thursday] | ₹ 1.45 Cr |
Total | ₹ 113.5 Cr |
The Critical Perspective
The essence of “Manjummel Boys” lies not just in its capacity to draw crowds but to keep critics engaged. The movie has been described as more than an average friendship flick, setting a high standard for what it means to be a crisp survival film.
The Road Ahead
As the film navigates through its cinematic voyage, its trajectory mirrors the survival theme it so brilliantly portrays on-screen. In a competitive industry where even the most promising films often see a steep second-week drop, the perseverance of “Manjummel Boys” in its fourth week is a testament to its quality and audience appeal.