The historic reunion of Malayalam icons Mohanlal and Mammootty is set to ignite the box office. Their new spy thriller, Patriot, marks the first time the two legends have shared the screen in thirteen years, and industry experts predict a staggering global opening of ₹25 crore.
Advance bookings are already reaching a fever pitch. The film secured nearly ₹3 crore in domestic pre-sales, with Kerala accounting for the vast majority of tickets sold. The excitement isn’t limited to India. International fans, particularly in the Gulf region, have pushed overseas advance totals past $600,000. Reports say that the film will easily cross the ₹10 crore mark before the first show even begins.
If these predictions hold true, Patriot will become the second-biggest opening in Malayalam cinema history. While Mohanlal’s L2: Empuraan still holds the top record with a massive ₹68 crore start, Patriot is expected to comfortably beat other blockbusters like Marakkar and Kurup. It is also poised to shatter Mammootty’s personal career record, previously held by the film Turbo. Directed by Mahesh Narayanan, the film features an elite ensemble cast including Fahadh Faasil, Nayanthara, and Kunchacko Boban. The combination of high-stakes action and star power has created a perfect storm for theater owners. As fans gear up for the movie, Patriot looks ready to prove that the combined magic of “Big M” is still the ultimate box office draw.
