L2: Empuraan Earns ₹200 Crore While Facing Political Backlash and Industry Support

The Malayalam blockbuster has removed contentious scenes following criticism, as film bodies call for constructive dialogue over personal attacks.

L2: Empuraan has achieved a global box office milestone, earning ₹200 crore within five days of release despite ongoing controversy.
The film faced criticism from right-wing groups over its depiction of the Gujarat riots and political themes, leading to edits mandated by the CBFC.
Mohanlal expressed regret for the distress caused by the film's content and assured that contentious scenes have been removed.
The Film Employees Federation of Kerala (FEFKA) condemned personal attacks on Mohanlal and director Prithviraj Sukumaran, urging for constructive criticism instead.
While BJP minister Suresh Gopi dismissed the controversy as a publicity tactic, Kerala's Culture Minister Saji Cherian defended the film's artistic merit and message of unity.