Veteran Indian actor Mohanlal, with a distinguished career spanning over four decades and across multiple languages, continues to reign supreme in the hearts of cinephiles. His latest release, Thudarum, premiered on JioHotstar on 30 May, and has been met with an overwhelmingly positive response from audiences worldwide.

The film, directed by Tharun Moorthy, has not only set new benchmarks within the Malayalam film industry but has also garnered acclaim across linguistic and regional boundaries. With a gripping narrative, a standout musical score, and a spellbinding performance by the superstar himself, Thudarum is already being hailed as one of the finest thrillers of the year.

Mohanlal, often referred to as one of the living legends of Indian cinema, is no stranger to pan-Indian acclaim. Beyond his prolific work in Malayalam cinema, he has delivered memorable performances in other languages — from Janatha Garage in Telugu alongside Jr. NTR, to the critically acclaimed Mythri with the late Kannada actor Puneeth Rajkumar, and as 'Anandan' in Mani Ratnam's political epic Iruvar in Tamil.

The release of Thudarum on OTT has given national and international audiences the opportunity to witness what many are calling a masterclass in acting. Viewers have taken to social media to shower praise:

“What a performance, @Mohanlal! What an actor. My friends introduced me to Malayalam cinema, and I always wondered why they were so obsessed with him. I think this film is one of the answers!”

“Thudarum 2025 – What a film, what a storyline, Tharun Moorthy’s best work yet. Easily the movie of the year. The Kerala Government better prepare that State Award for 2025 already!”

“Watched Thudarum and it’s a mind-blowing film with a thunderous climax. Truly, #Mohanlal is the most natural actor in our country. His performance, especially in the climax, is simply unmatched. That’s why he’s the G.O.A.T!”

“This fabulous film #Thudarum is now streaming on @JioHotstar. Don’t miss it!”

Fans across Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada regions are especially vocal, praising the electrifying chemistry between Mohanlal and co-star Shobana, and the film’s tight screenplay.

The film’s success follows another massive hit, Empuraan, making 2025 a spectacular comeback year for Mohanlal after a string of underwhelming releases. Both Empuraan and Thudarum, released within a month of each other, have collectively grossed over â‚č500 crore, reaffirming the superstar’s undisputed dominance in Indian cinema.

With Thudarum, Mohanlal not only returns to form but reasserts why he remains a towering presence in the film industry — an actor par excellence, whose artistry transcends language and geography.