Mollywood Box Office: Malayalam movie industry looks up to Bromance to continue winning streak

With Bromance hitting theaters, Mollywood eyes another hit after Rekhachitram's blockbuster run. Can this comedy adventure keep the industry's winning streak alive?

Seema Sinha
Written by Seema Sinha , Entertainment Journalist
Published on Feb 14, 2025 | 05:01 PM IST | 24.3K
Ashiq Usman
Picture Courtesy: Ashiq Usman

With Bromance hitting theaters today, February 14, all eyes are on how well it performs at the box office. Given its lighthearted theme, the comedy film has the potential to be Mollywood’s next big success this year.

Directed by Arun D. Jose and produced by Ashiq Usman, Bromance features an ensemble cast, including Mathew Thomas, Arjun Ashokan, Mahima Nambiar, Sangeetha Prathap, and more. The film revolves around Binto, who joins hands with his brother’s friends for an exciting adventure to locate his missing sibling, leading to endless twists and revelations.

Mollywood has had a decent start to 2025, with Rekhachithram, starring Asif Ali and Anaswara Rajan, emerging as a blockbuster. The mystery crime thriller, helmed by Jofin T. Chacko, surpassed the Rs 50 crore mark worldwide, making it the highest-grossing film of the year so far. The film follows an investigation led by a police officer into a suspicious death involving a man who had confessed to a long-buried crime. The case soon intertwines with the decades-old mysterious disappearance of a young girl from the filming location of a revered director. The film has been showered with praise for its intricate storytelling, compelling performances, and skillful direction.

Apart from Rekhachithram, other notable films include Dominic and the Ladies’ Purse, featuring Mammootty, as well as Identity, starring Tovino Thomas, Trisha Krishnan, Vinay Rai, and more. The films, securing a box office revenue in the range of Rs 10-20 crores, contributed to Mollywood’s steady momentum, engaging audiences with their gripping storylines. Additionally, Ponman, featuring Basil Joseph, Sajin Gopu, and Lijo Mol Jose, managed to carve a niche among mid-budget successes, adding to the diverse range of Malayalam films this year.

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Mollywood, widely regarded as producing some of the best content in Indian cinema today, is hoping Bromance will not disappoint at the ticket windows. With strong pre-release buzz and an appealing concept full of friendship, fun, and mystery, it has the potential to not only bank on the Valentine’s Day weekend but also become one of the year’s most talked-about entertainers.

Whether it matches the success of Rekhachithram or not, Bromance is expected to further solidify Mollywood’s reputation for delivering quality cinema with a distinct creative approach.

Are you planning on catching this offering with your special one or friends soon?

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Seema Sinha
Seema Sinha
Entertainment Journalist

Seema is a storytelling enthusiast. Beyond the academic hustle, she finds solace in the wo...

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