The Malayalam movie Bethlehem Kudumba Unit stands out as Mollywood’s top release of the year and the largest-ever in Kerala. Accumulating over 130 crore in gross earnings from Kerala alone, the picture has secured the status of an industry hit. April release Vaazha 2 previously held that distinction. Consequently, the Nivin Pauly starrer claims the spot as the highest-grossing film of 2026.
How Much Has Bethlehem Kudumba Unit Earned At The Box Office In 22 Days?
The Nivin Pauly-starrer has advanced into its fourth box office weekend with momentum remaining steady. On its fourth Friday, the feature brought in 2.5 crore net across India on 1400 screens. The domestic net collection reaches 137.95 crore, translating to a gross of 162.78 crore.
International markets account for 131.75 crore in gross collections. This pushes the global sum to 294.53 crore. While the picture approaches the 300 crore milestone and aims to surpass Lokah-Chapter 1, it has already secured a fresh record within Kerala.
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Week-Wise Box Office Collection Of Bethlehem Kudumba Unit
- Week 1: 52.3 crore
- Week 2: 49.85 crore
- Week 3: 33.3 crore
- Day 22: 2.5 crore
Total: 137.95 crore
Becomes Mollywood Industry Hit
On Friday, the romantic comedy starring Nivin Pauly exceeded the Kerala ticket sales of Vaazha 2. Through this milestone, the movie attained industry hit status in Kerala within a span of 22 days. The designation of a Mollywood industry hit goes to the release generating the maximum revenue at the Kerala box office. Bethlehem Kudumba Unit now stands as the highest-earning film in the history of Kerala’s box office.
Additionally, Bethlehem Kudumba Unit ranks as only the fourth Malayalam release since the 2000s to draw 80 lakh footfalls, following Narasimham, Pulimurugan, and Vaazha 2.
More About The Film
Girish AD serves as the director of Bethlehem Kudumba Unit, while Fahadh Faasil, Dileesh Pothan, and Syam Pushkaran produced the project under Fahadh Faasil and Friends, Bhavana Studios, and Working Class Hero banners. The cast features Sangeeth Prathap, Shyam Mohan, Suresh Krishna, and Vinay Forrt.
Box Office Summary
- India Net: 137.95 crore
- India Gross: 162.78 crore
- Overseas: 131.75 crore
- Worldwide: 294.53 crore
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