
Empuraan Malayalam Movie
The journey of Stephen Nedumpally, a man leading a double life as Khureshi Ab'raam, an enigmatic leader of a powerful global crime syndicate.
March 27 2025 (India)
Director: Prithviraj Sukumaran
"L2: Empuraan" has received a mixed-to-positive response from critics. While the film excels in scale, grandeur, and mass appeal, many reviewers feel it lacks the narrative depth and emotional resonance of its predecessor, Lucifer. Mohanlal’s screen presence and Prithviraj Sukumaran’s direction have been widely praised, but critics point out that the film leans heavily on spectacle rather than storytelling. The film has been lauded for its stylish execution, stunning visuals, and action-packed sequences, but some critics argue that the writing feels convenient, with underdeveloped character arcs and an overly stretched narrative. The movie’s political themes and world-building have been noted as ambitious, but the execution is not as refined as Lucifer.
Verdict:
While Empuraan delivers on action, scale, and visual splendor, it struggles to recapture the storytelling depth that made Lucifer a standout. Fans of Mohanlal and mass entertainers will find much to enjoy, but those expecting a more layered and gripping narrative might be left wanting more.
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Mohanlal | Khureshi Ab'raam / Stephen Nedumpally |
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Prithviraj Sukumaran | Zayed Masood |
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Tovino Thomas | Jathin Ramdas |
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Manju Warrier | Priyadarshini Ramdas |
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Abhimanyu Singh | Bhajrangi |
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Indrajith Sukumaran | Govardhan |
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Suraj Venjaramoodu | Sajanachandran |
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Saniya Iyyappan | Jhanvi |
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Saikumar | Mahesha Varma |
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Nyla Usha | Arundathi Sanjeev |
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Sachin Khedekar | P. K. Ramdas |
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Baiju Santhosh | Murugan |
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Shivaji Guruvayoor | Medayil Rajan |
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Fazil | Father Nedumpally |
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Sshivada | Sreelekha |
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Nandhu | P. S. Peethambaran |
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Giju John | Sanjeev Kumar |
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Aneesh G Menon | Sumesh |
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Manikuttan | Mani |
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Kalabhavan Shajon |
Director: Prithviraj Sukumaran
Producer: Antony Perumbavoor
Production Companies: Ashirwad Movies, Lyca Productions, AA Films
Music Director: Deepak Dev
Sound Designer: M R Rajakrishnan
Cinematographer: Sujith Vasudev
Editor: Akhilesh Mohan
Art Designer: Mohandas
Screenplay Writer: Murali Gopy
Action Choregrapher: Stunt Silva
Song Choregrapher: Stunt Silva
‘Empuraan' goes on floors - Oct 05, 2023 |
‘Empuraan' to start rolling on Oct. 5 - Oct 02, 2023 |
Prithviraj dedicates ‘Empuraan' to Bharath Gopi - Jan 29, 2020 |
Prithviraj announces ‘Lucifer' sequel - Jun 19, 2019 |