Sanjay Gupta Hails Mohanlal’s Thudarum as a Must-Watch, Compares It to Drishyam

Kaante director Sanjay Gupta has joined the chorus of praise for Mohanlal’s latest Malayalam film, Thudarum, calling it “right up there with Drishyam—if not higher.” Taking to social media, Gupta shared a string of powerful posters from the film and penned a glowing note: “Halfway through THUDARUM on JioHotstar. What a movie!!! Mohanlal Sir is just on another planet all together. MUST MUST WATCH!!!”

 

Released on April 25, 2025, Thudarum is a gripping crime thriller that stars Mohanlal as Shanmugham, a seemingly ordinary taxi driver with a haunting past. Directed by Tharun Moorthy and produced by M. Renjith, the film has garnered widespread acclaim for its emotionally layered storytelling, suspenseful pacing, and Mohanlal’s powerhouse performance in what marks his 360th film.

 

Gupta’s high praise and comparison to the iconic Drishyam—another Mohanlal classic—underscore Thudarum’s impact beyond the Malayalam industry. The film’s teaser posters, featuring Mohanlal in an intense and brooding avatar, have only fueled curiosity and admiration from film lovers across India.

 

With its debut on JioHotstar, Thudarum is reaching a wider audience, shining a spotlight on the growing recognition of Malayalam cinema as a hub for nuanced, high-quality storytelling. And if Sanjay Gupta’s reaction is anything to go by, Thudarum isn’t just another thriller—it’s an experience worth diving into.

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