Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju’s Bethlehem Kudumba Unit wrapped up its historic worldwide box office run a few days ago. Right from the opening day to the final day, the theatrical journey of the film was exciting. Without any elements of a hardcore commercial entertainer, it received appreciation and love from audiences all over, which also resulted in record-breaking footfalls by the end of its theatrical run. Keep reading for a detailed report!
The Mollywood rom-com was theatrically released on August 21, 2026. It received positive reviews from critics and was praised for its concept, performances, and the feel-good factor. Even among ticket-buying audiences, it had favorable word-of-mouth, which spread like wildfire. With such reviews and audience feedback, the film showed strong legs throughout its run.
Bethlehem Kudumba Unit records historic footfalls worldwide!
Bethlehem Kudumba Unit ended its worldwide box office run at a whopping 333.09 crore gross, and it has been learned that it achieved such historic numbers by recording a massive 1.25 crore approx. footfalls. With this, it has made history as Mollywood’s most-watched film in the 21st century.
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With 1.25 crore footfalls, Bethlehem Kudumba Unit dethroned Lokah Chapter 1 – Chandra to claim the top spot. Achieving such a feat as a rom-com is truly unbelievable and proves the immense potential the genre carries.
Take a look at Mollywood’s highest worldwide footfalls of the 21st century:
- Bethleham Kudumba Unit – 1.25 crore
- Lokah Chapter 1 – Chandra – 1.21 crore
- Manjummel Boys – 1.15 crore
- Pulimurugan – 1.08 crore
- Vaazha 2 – 1.03 crore
- Thudarum – 1 crore
- Narasimham – 90 lakh+
- L2: Empuraan – 89 lakh
- Drishyam 3 – 88 lakh
- 2018 – 83 lakh
More about the film
The Malayalam rom-com is directed by Girish AD and produced by Fahadh Faasil, Dileesh Pothan, and Syam Pushkaran under the banner of Fahadh Faasil and Friends, Bhavana Studios, and Working Class Hero. It also stars Sangeeth Prathap, Shyam Mohan, Suresh Krishna, and Vinay Forrt. The film was reportedly made on a budget of 30 crore. It is now streaming online on JioHotstar.
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