How Malayalam cinema turned strong stories into box-office hits beyond Kerala
- Malayalam cinema is reaching new heights, with strong storytelling and growing audiences pushing films beyond Kerala.
- Manjummel Boys, made for about ₹20 crore, went on to earn over ₹242 crore worldwide.
- Drishyam 3 earned ₹238 crore in 2026, while Bethlehem Kudumba Unit grossed ₹270 crore.
- Streaming has taken Malayalam films to viewers in 170+ countries, expanding their audience beyond Kerala.
Source: theprint.in
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