The crime drama 'Kalamkaval', starring Malayalam superstar Mammootty, is experiencing a slowdown in its box office run as it enters its second week. After a robust opening and steady initial collections, the film's weekday numbers have begun to decline, indicating a drop in audience momentum.
Week 2 Collections Show Steady Decline
According to early estimates from the Sacnilk website, 'Kalamkaval' earned approximately Rs 54 lakh in net collections across India on its 13th day, which was Wednesday, December 17, 2025. This marks a continued downward trend from the previous days of the week.
The film had amassed an estimated Rs 33.65 crore in its first 12 days. With the Day 13 figures added, the total India net collection now stands at around Rs 34.19 crore. The decline became evident from the second Monday (Day 11), when the film collected Rs 75 lakh, a significant drop from its first-week performance. Day 12 (second Tuesday) saw a smaller dip to Rs 70 lakh, followed by the further fall to Rs 54 lakh on Day 13.
Audience Occupancy and Theatre Performance
The overall Malayalam film occupancy for 'Kalamkaval' on Wednesday was reported at 11.99 percent. A detailed breakdown shows a weak turnout for morning shows at just 6.26 percent. Afternoon and evening shows fared similarly, with occupancies hovering around 11.9 percent. The night shows performed relatively better, attracting an occupancy of 17.86 percent.
Cast, Crew, and Upcoming Competition
Directed by Jithin K. Jose, 'Kalamkaval' features Mammootty in a powerful role that has been well-received by his fans. The supporting cast, including Vinayakan, Gayatri Arun, Rajisha Vijayan, and Gibin Gopinath, has been credited with bolstering the narrative effectively.
The film is now bracing for stiff competition from the release of the much-anticipated movie 'Bha.Bha.Ba.' starring Mohanlal and Dileep, which hit theatres on the same day. This new release is expected to further challenge 'Kalamkaval's' ability to hold screens and attract audiences in the days to come.
Disclaimer: The box office figures cited are based on estimates and data from various public and proprietary sources. While efforts are made for accuracy, all numbers are approximate. This report aims to provide a fair overview of the film's commercial performance.
