Mohanlal’s latest cinematic offering, the compelling courtroom drama ‘Neru,’ is basking in the glow of its phenomenal success at the Kerala box office. Within a mere 11 days of its release, the film has amassed a staggering Rs 32.6 crores, showcasing its dominance and leaving a mark that surpasses major releases like ‘Salaar’ and ‘Dunki’ in the region.
According to reports from the Sacnilk website, ‘Neru’ has not only secured its position as a frontrunner in the Kerala box office but has also demonstrated a robust performance on the Indian front. The film garnered an impressive net collection of Rs 29.50 crores in the first 10 days, with an additional Rs 3.10 crores on its eleventh day alone.
The box office journey of ‘Neru’ has been a saga of consistent triumphs, with day-wise collections reflecting its widespread acceptance. The film embarked on its journey with a commendable opening of Rs 2.8 crores on the first Thursday and sustained its momentum throughout the first week, culminating with a noteworthy Rs 23.8 crores.
Maintaining its stride, ‘Neru’ continued to draw audiences, raking in Rs 2.75 crores on the second Friday and Rs 2.95 crores on the subsequent Saturday. The overseas appeal of the film mirrored its domestic success, amassing a substantial Rs 26.60 crores in 11 days, underscoring its popularity beyond national borders.
Directed by Jeethu Joseph, ‘Neru’ skillfully weaves an intricate tale of courtroom drama, with Joseph and Santhi Mayadevi co-writing the script. The film not only resonates with the audience on a local level but has also garnered a remarkable 52.64% Malayalam occupancy on December 31, 2023, affirming its widespread acclaim.
