- By Swati Singh
- Thu, 11 Apr 2024 10:31 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Malayalam cinema has been experiencing a great start with many movies gaining huge popularity and success at the box office. One such movie is 'Manjummel Boys', which stood out by earning more than Rs 200 crore, breaking several box-office records along the way. Another movie that has caught people's attention was ‘Aadujeevitham’, which also did exceptionally well in terms of ticket sales.
Here's a glimpse into the Malayalam movies that surpassed the Rs 100 crore mark at the box office, along with details about their release on OTT platforms.
Malayalam Movies Of 2024 That Crossed Rs 100 Crore Club At Box Office
Manjummel Boys (Disney+Hotstar)
Manjummel Boys OTT Release Date- May 2024
The film, inspired by an actual event in 2006, follows the adventures of a close-knit circle of friends hailing from the quaint town of Manjummel, nestled near the vibrant city of Kochi. Together, they embark on an exciting journey to the picturesque destination of Kodaikanal, eager to enjoy a well.
Manjummel Boys Box Office: Manjummel Boys made history in the Malayalam film realm by becoming the first to rake in over Rs 200 crore, shattering numerous box-office records along the way. Notably, it surpassed the earnings of any Malayalam film to date, even outperforming the benchmark set back in 2018.
Premalu (Disney+Hotstar)
Premalu OTT Release Date- April 12, 2024
Premalu, which premiered on February 9, 2024, received widespread critical acclaim from reviewers for its compelling narrative, captivating music, delightful humor, and outstanding performances by the cast. Despite being made on a budget of under 4 crore, the film emerged as a blockbuster at the box office, joining the exclusive ranks of Malayalam films to surpass the Rs 100 crore mark, becoming the fifth film to achieve this milestone.
Premalu Box Office: Despite being made on a budget of 3 crore, the movie became a box office sensation, joining the exclusive ₹100 crore club. It's now the fourth highest-grossing Malayalam film ever, second only to 2024 releases, and among the top earners in Indian cinema for the year.
Aadujeevitham (Disney+Hotstar)
Aadujeevitham OTT Release Date- May 2024
'Aadujeevitham' is a movie based on the popular Malayalam novel of the same name, written by Benyamin in 2008. The novel tells the true story of Najeeb, a Malayali migrant worker who, like many others, was forced into slavery as a goatherd in the deserts of Saudi Arabia by native Arabs. The film stars Prithviraj Sukumaran, Jimmy Jean-Louis, and K. R. Gokul in the main roles, supported by Talib Al Balushi, Rik Aby, Amala Paul, and Shobha Mohan in other important roles.
Aadujeevitham Box Office: The movie premiered globally on March 28, 2024, earning praise for its storyline and the lead actors' performances. It has amassed over Rs 115 crore (US$14 million) to date. 'The Goat Life' now ranks as the sixth highest-grossing Malayalam film ever, third for 2024, and is also among the top earners in Indian cinema for the year.