Thudarum: Hit Or Flop? Here’s The Audience Verdict On Mohanlal And Shobana’s Film

Thudarum : Hit or Flop? Thudarum, a Malayalam crime drama starring Mohanlal and Shobana, hit theaters today, April 25, 2025. Helmed by Tharun Moorthy, who collaborated with K. R. Sunil on the screenplay, the film boasts an ensemble cast that includes Farhaan Faasil, Maniyanpilla Raju, Binu Pappu, Irshad Ali, and Aarsha Chandini Baiju, among others.
The project is produced by M. Renjith under the Rejaputhra Visual Media banner, with music composed by Jakes Bejoy. The film was shot over a period of 99 days between April and November 2024.
#Thudarum Good emotional thriller from Tharun Moorthy, packed with the right dose of mass moments🔥The thrill, suspense and emotions worked well👌
Lalettan delivers a solid performance and the actor who played the main villain absolutely nailed it—terrific screen presence! 🔥…
— ForumKeralam (@Forumkeralam2) April 25, 2025
Audience Reactions to Thudarum
As Thudarum plays in theaters, early viewers have taken to social media to share their thoughts on the Mohanlal-Shobana starrer. From praising the performances to commenting on the film’s gripping narrative, audience reactions are pouring in. Check out what moviegoers are saying!
Blockbuster👏#Thudarum is an impressive film with a solid content, shouldered by an incredible #Mohanlal. We could see everything, be it the fun-loving and charming Lal, the emotionally vulnerable Lal and finally the majestic screen presence of ‘L’.
Strong antagonists,… pic.twitter.com/uhm3o6NLJs
— What The Fuss (@WhatTheFuss_) April 25, 2025
Thudarum Synopsis
In the serene hill town of Ranni in Pathanamthitta, Shanmughan leads a modest life as a taxi driver. His deepest attachment is to his old Ambassador car – a vehicle that might seem outdated to others but holds the place of family in his heart. Life throws many hurdles his way, but Shanmughan’s journey reveals the lengths he’ll go to to protect what he cherishes most.
#Mohanlal – This is why people love you unconditionally!!! This was what we all wanted from you for soooo longgggg!!! 🥹♥️♥️
Out of words for my MAN!!! 🐐#Thudarum is A GEM!!!! 💎 Not gonna spoil anything for others to watch!
Try to book right now, else you won't be able to! pic.twitter.com/MBvitafeTP
— Random Guy (@Rajeshm_1) April 25, 2025
Thudarum Cast and Crew
Thudarum stars Mohanlal as Shanmugham and Shobana as Lalitha, supported by a talented ensemble cast that includes Maniyanpilla Raju, Binu Pappu, Farhaan Faasil, Irshad Ali, Aarsha Chandini Baiju, Thomas Mathew, Krishna Prabha, Prakash Varma, and Aravind in key roles.
#Thudarum #ThudarumReview pic.twitter.com/oP7HzaNmaN
— Ubais (@This_Is_Ubais) April 25, 2025
Directed by Tharun Moorthy and produced by M. Renjith under the Rejaputhra Visual Media banner, the film’s screenplay is co-written by Tharun Moorthy and K. R. Sunil. The visuals are captured by cinematographer Shaji Kumar, with editing by Shafeeque VB and Nishadh Yusuf. Jakes Bejoy has composed the film’s music and original score, while Vishnu Govind handled the audiography. Avantika Renjith serves as the executive producer, with Dixon Poduthas as the production controller. Gokul Das leads production design, Sameera Saneesh designed the costumes, and Pattanam Rasheed managed makeup. The film also credits Binu Pappu as co-director and Prakash K Madhu as chief associate director. Mahesh Bhuvanend edited the trailer, Amal C Sadhar captured the stills, and Yellowtooths managed the film’s design elements.