Mammootty's action-comedy "Turbo" has set the box office on fire with its impressive day 2 collections. Released on May 23, the film enjoyed a stellar overall Malayalam occupancy of 48.53%, with audiences flocking to theaters throughout the day.
Box Office Performance
TURBO DAY 2 BOX OFFICE COLLECTION:
- Kerala: 3 to 4 Crore gross
TURBO TOTAL TILL NOW BOX OFFICE COLLECTION:
- Kerala : 9.2 Crore to 10.2 Crore gross
TURBO DAY 1 BOX OFFICE COLLECTION:
- Kerala :.6.2 Crore gross
- UAE: 3 Crore gross
- All India: 7.4 Crore gross or 6.2 Crore nett
- Karnataka: 0.7 Crore
- Tamil Nadu: 0.3 Crore
- Rest of India: 0.2 Crore
- Worldwide: 16 to 18 Crore gross
Turbo is the biggest opening in Malayalam in 2024 and is 3rd highest opening in Kerala for a Malayalam movie behind Odiyan and Marrakkar while in post-pandemic era behind Leo , KGF 2 , and Beast
It had an advance sales of 4 Crore gross in Kerala and 2 Crore in overseas for 6 crore worldwide
"Turbo" amassed a gross of 16 to 18 crore worldwide on its opening day. In Kerala alone, the film grossed 6.2 crore, making it the biggest opening for a Malayalam film in 2024 and the third-highest opening in Kerala for a Malayalam movie behind "Odiyan" and "Marrakkar". The UAE contributed 3 crore, while the rest of India added another 1.2 crore. Significant contributions also came from Karnataka (0.7 crore) and Tamil Nadu (0.3 crore).
Film Synopsis and Cast
"Turbo" tells the story of Jose (Mammootty), a village man known for his fiery personality and heart of gold. Nicknamed ‘Turbo’ for his impulsive nature, Jose’s life takes a turn when he faces a legal battle in Chennai, leading to comedic chaos. The film's antagonist, Vetrivel Shanmugha Sundaram, is portrayed by Kannada star Raj B. Shetty, adding a unique cross-industry collaboration. The supporting cast includes Sunil Varma as Jose’s overprotective brother and Anjana Jayaprakash as a woman caught in Jose’s well-intentioned schemes.
Audience Reception
"Turbo" witnessed a healthy 49.73% occupancy in its morning shows, which peaked at 54.53% during the night shows. Major cities in Kerala showed exceptional response, with Kochi leading at 82% occupancy, followed by Kollam (74.25%) and Kozhikode (73.50%).
The film draws inspiration from a real financial scam, adding a layer of authenticity. Writer Midhun Manuel Thomas shared that the protagonist’s predicament is based on an actual incident, which even Mammootty recognized instantly, highlighting the actor’s awareness of real-world issues.
Conclusion
Vysakh directed and Mammootty Kampany produced "Turbo," a film that seamlessly blends slapstick humor, action, and social commentary. The movie's strong performance on its opening day, along with its impressive cast and Mammootty's star power, positions "Turbo" as a strong contender for the top spot at the box office in the weeks to come.
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