Mohanlal and Jeethu Joseph’s latest collaboration, ‘Neru,’ has emerged as a powerhouse at the Kerala box office, captivating audiences with its compelling storyline and stellar performances. The courtroom drama, which premiered alongside SRK’s ‘Dunki’ and Prabhas’ ‘Salaar’ on December 21, has firmly established itself as the undisputed regional winner of the festive season, boasting an impressive 16-day collection of Rs 39.35 crores.
The film embarked on its box office journey with a strong start, earning a noteworthy Rs 2.8 crores on its opening day, setting the tone for a successful run. This momentum carried through into a robust first weekend, where ‘Neru’ secured a remarkable Rs 3.55 crores on its first Sunday, solidifying its stronghold.
Maintaining its allure, ‘Neru’ continued to attract viewers in its second week, adding an additional Rs 14.95 crores to its impressive tally, cementing its status as a favorite among cinephiles.
Demonstrating consistency, the movie sustained its appeal, amassing a substantial Rs 23.8 crores by the end of its first week, indicating strong audience traction and positive word-of-mouth.
With a cumulative worldwide collection of Rs 75.25 crores in 15 days, including an overseas collection of Rs 29.50 crores, and India’s gross collection reaching Rs 45.75 crores, ‘Neru’ has undoubtedly emerged as the Christmas winner in Kerala for the year 2023.
In addition to Mohanlal, ‘Neru’ features Anaswara Rajan, Siddique, Santhi Mayadevi, Jagadish, and many others in pivotal roles.