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Malayalam cinema witnesses a box office shakeup as Dulquer Salmaan's production, 'Lokah: Chapter 1-Chandra,' achieves remarkable success. The film has surpassed Mohanlal's 'L2: Empuraan' and 'Thudarum,' becoming the second-highest-grossing Malayalam film with ₹122.05 crore in 19 days. While 'Lokah' eyes 'Manjummel Boys' record, it marks the beginning of a five-part cinematic universe, with future installments featuring Tovino Thomas and Mammootty.

Veteran filmmaker Priyadarshan has revealed that he is preparing to retire from filmmaking after completing two major projects, Haiwaan and the much-anticipated Hera Pheri 3. Currently in Kochi shooting for Haiwaan, the acclaimed director opened up about the film, his collaborations with Akshay Kumar, and why he feels the time has come to step away from cinema. After Haiwaan, Priyadarshan plans to direct his 100th film, with Mohanlal in the lead once again.