The latest Malayalam thriller, Kalamkaval, starring Mammootty, is making waves at the box office. In just four days, the film has raked in a whopping ₹50 crore worldwide, with ₹20 crore from Kerala, ₹5 crore from the rest of India, and a solid ₹25 crore from overseas markets. This impressive performance marks Mammootty’s third-biggest opening weekend
Kalamkaval is closely trailing his top performers Bheeshma Parvam (₹44.6 crore) and Turbo (₹44.55 crore), though notably, Kalamkaval achieved this in just four days. The film’s momentum seems unstoppable, with an estimated ₹22 crore India net in its first four days.
While domestic markets saw a rise in collections, overseas territories, particularly the Middle East, experienced a Sunday dip, a common trend for weekend releases. Directed by debutant Jithin K. Jose, Kalamkaval has received a warm reception, fueling its favorable box office run. With positive pre-sales for Tuesday in Kerala, expectations are high for another strong day.
If the trend continues, Kalamkaval could surpass Bheeshma Parvam, Mammootty’s current highest-grossing film (₹85 crore+ worldwide). All eyes are on whether it’ll rewrite the record books. The film’s success is driven by Mammootty’s intense antagonist role and Vinayakan’s impactful performance as a cop, praised by audiences and critics alike. As it approaches the ₹50 crore global mark by Monday, Kalamkaval is proving to be a box office hit.