In the world of cinema, every so often, a film breaks conventional norms and creates its own success narrative. ‘Premalu’, the Malayalam romantic comedy, stands as a testament to this, governing the Telugu box office with an unyielding reign.
Unstoppable at the Box Office
Cementing its rank in the industry, ‘Premalu’, despite being a Malayalam film, is captivating Telugu audiences like never before.
The movie has been in Telugu theaters for over ten days, and the collections have risen above a monumental Rs 10 crore worldwide, a significant achievement for a Malayalam film. As of now, ‘Premalu’ is the largest Malayalam film dubbed in Telugu, clearly highlighting its box office appeal.
Cast and Box Office Breakdown
Directed by the skilled Girish AD and starring promising actors K Gafoor and Mamitha Baiju, ‘Premalu’ has shown that a good story has no language barriers.
The trade portal ‘123 Telugu’ reports that the movie’s collection stands at a remarkable Rs 10.54 crore worldwide within ten days of its release. Such figures make a strong case for the movie’s universal appeal and the rapport it has built with the Telugu-speaking audience.
Post its initial release in Kerala where the word-of-mouth helped it gained massive momentum, ‘Premalu’ has amassed a whopping Rs 60.47 crore nett. The Telugu market contributes about Rs 5-6 crore nett to this pool, and this share is expected to grow.
High Praises for ‘Premalu’
Not just the audience, the industry stalwarts too are all praises for the film. SS Rajamouli, the man behind cinematic mammoths like ‘RRR’ and ‘Baahubali’, publicly shared his admiration for the work of the Malayalam actors.
Telugu heartthrob Mahesh Babu thanked Rajamouli for his kind words, drawing attention to the thorough enjoyment of the film and the top-class acting by the young cast in a Twitter post.
Next Stop: OTT Platform
Following the trail of success, ‘Premalu’ is now gearing up to entertain audiences on the small screen. The movie is rumoured to premiere on Disney+Hotstar on March 29, 2024. With this, ‘Premalu’ is likely to capture new audiences and continue its streak of success.
The Malayalam gem ‘Premalu’ has much to teach – about cinema, love, and success. It stands as a testament to the fact that for a good story, language isn’t a barrier but a bridge, connecting the hearts of many
