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L2: Empuraan Set for April 24 OTT Debut Following Theatrical Success

The high-budget sequel to Lucifer, directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran and starring Mohanlal, earned ₹105 crore nett in India and underwent edits addressing political backlash.

L2 Empuraan box office collection day 13: The sequel to Mohanlal's successful Lucifer released in theatres on March 27.

Overview

  • L2: Empuraan, the sequel to the 2019 blockbuster Lucifer, will begin streaming on JioHotstar globally on April 24, 2025.
  • The film, directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran and starring Mohanlal, completed its theatrical run after earning over ₹105 crore nett in India within a month of release.
  • The production, spanning multiple international and domestic locations, marked one of the costliest projects in Malayalam cinema history.
  • Following controversy over scenes referencing the Gujarat riots, the filmmakers voluntarily removed 17 portions and issued public statements addressing viewer concerns.
  • Released in five languages, the movie showcased Malayalam cinema's growing ambition with pan-Indian distribution and significant global appeal.