- Saturday, March 15, 2025
By: Vibhuti Pathak
The excitement around L2: Empuraan, the highly anticipated sequel to the Malayalam blockbuster Lucifer, has been growing steadily, especially after the huge success of its predecessor. Fans eagerly await the return of Mohanlal in the action-packed role of Stephen Nedumpally, with Prithviraj Sukumaran also starring in the film. However, recently, rumors have surfaced suggesting a possible delay in the release of L2: Empuraan, originally scheduled for March 27, 2025.
The buzz surrounding the film’s potential postponement began after reports indicated that financial difficulties faced by the production house, Lyca Productions, might affect the film’s release. Speculation has also pointed to a possible split between Lyca Productions and Mohanlal’s own Aashirvad Cinemas, with the latter considering an independent release of the film.
Amidst the swirling rumors, director and lead actor Prithviraj Sukumaran took to X (formerly Twitter) to dispel any confusion. The actor-director shared a striking poster from L2: Empuraan, featuring Mohanlal in an intense look. The poster’s punchline, “At your greatest moment… Be careful! That’s when… THE DEVIL COMES FOR YOU!” immediately captured attention, hinting at the film’s ominous tone.
To add more intrigue, Prithviraj’s caption read, “The greatest trick the DEVIL ever pulled… was convincing the world he doesn’t exist!” This cryptic message seemed to directly counter the growing rumors, indicating that all might be well with the production despite the uncertainty.
The film recently passed the CBFC (Central Board of Film Certification) and was awarded a UA certificate on March 6, 2025. The final runtime of L2: Empuraan has been set at an impressive 2 hours and 59 minutes, signaling a sprawling cinematic experience for fans.
As for the storyline, L2: Empuraan is expected to pick up where Lucifer left off, continuing the journey of Stephen Nedumpally. The sequel will also delve deeper into the backgrounds and power dynamics of other key characters, including Zayed Masood. Fans can expect to see more action, drama, and intense power struggles that made the first film a massive hit.
Prithviraj Sukumaran’s post has provided some clarity amid the swirling rumors, reaffirming that the film’s release is still on track. While there may be some behind-the-scenes challenges, the director’s confidence in the project, coupled with the film’s completed certification, suggests that L2: Empuraan will remain one of the most awaited releases in Malayalam cinema for 2025.
