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Recently, Mohanlal has enjoyed enormous success at the box office in the Kerala domestic market, not only with his new films but also with re-releases. The most recent example of this success is Chotta Mumbai (2007), which managed to earn INR 3.31 crores during its second run. Now, another re-release of a Mohanlal classic is returning to the silver screen. The film is a black comedy that takes a satirical look at the Malayalam film industry, primarily focusing on the struggles of up-and-coming talents like directors, actors, and the prevailing superstar culture. The film supposedly drew inspiration from some real-life incidents.
What Is the Plot of Udayananu Tharam?
Udayananu Tharam explores the Malayalam film industry through the struggles of talented individuals trying to break in, but who never had the opportunity to prove themselves. The protagonist, Udayabhanu, is a writer-director, and Superstar Saroj Kumar was once his friend. Back then, Saroj was a struggling, talentless actor who struck gold by stealing Udayabhanu’s script and presenting it to a producer, on the condition that he play the lead role. The film became a massive success, catapulting Saroj Kumar to stardom, while Udayabhanu continued to struggle. What will Udayabhanu’s next move be?
Original Box Office Figures of Udayananu Tharam
Udayananu Tharam is a cult classic in Mollywood. When it was released, it received both critical acclaim and audience praise. The film was made on an estimated budget of INR 2.75 crores and managed an estimated gross of INR 6.69 crores.
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