Mohanlal's much-awaited film, Empuraan, is ready for a grand theatrical release on March 27, 2025. Prithviraj Sukumaran has directed this sequel to the hit film Lucifer (2019), which has been one of the most anticipated Indian films over the last few years. The fans can finally celebrate as the producers have declared that the first show will be screened at 6:00 AM IST, and the shows will be held across the globe in accordance with their respective time zones.
A Pan-Indian Release with No Delays
Speculations surrounding the release delay had been happening, but now the production unit has confirmed categorically that Empuraan is going to come out on schedule on March 27. In order to double the excitement, the film is going to release as a pan-Indian release, entering into theatres in Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Hindi on the same day. (Source)
The Next Chapter in the Lucifer Franchise
Being the second installment of the Lucifer trilogy, Empuraan goes a deeper world of Stephen Nedumpally, played by Mohanlal, now revealed to be Abraham Qureshi. The movie will witness him rising in the global power chain, carrying forward from where Lucifer stopped. Prithviraj Sukumaran is back playing Zayed Masood, with an ensemble cast including Tovino Thomas, Manju Warrier, Indrajith Sukumaran, and Suraj Venjaramoodu.
The movie is certain to offer a mix of action-packed high-octane suspense, political thriller intense, and lavish character trajectories, and viewers of the series cannot miss it. (Source)
OTT Release Date: When Can You Watch Empuraan Online?
While the theatrical release is confirmed, details about its OTT release remain a secret. Given the scale of the film, Empuraan will definitely get more than a 4-6 week exclusivity theatrical run before landing on a top-tier OTT platform. The previous one, Lucifer, was out on Amazon Prime Video, so there are ample speculations that Empuraan would take the same route. But there is still no official word. Keep reading for the updates on the OTT release date and platform.
Why Empuraan is a Must-Watch
- Mohanlal’s Dual Role: The icon star returns to enact Stephen Nedumpally and Abraham Qureshi, with a power-packed performance.
- Bigger and Bolder Storyline: With an expanded plot, this sequel addresses global power play, crime gangs, and political drama.
- Prithviraj’s Vision: As actor-director, Prithviraj's imaginative style makes the narration improved and takes Empuraan larger in scope than its predecessor.
- Massive Scale and Star Cast: Filmed across different locations abroad, the film has top-notch cinematography, action sequences, and an array of superstars.
Final Thoughts
With the countdown having begun for March 27, anticipation is at an all-time high. If you love addictive political thrillers with super-sized stories, Empuraan is a movie that you should not miss. Watch this space for more news about the OTT release of the film.
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