Mollywood Times is a Malayalam film that released in theatres on 5 June 2026. Directed by Abhinav Sunder Nayak, the film stars Naslen in the lead role along with Sharafudheen, Sangeeth Prathap and others. It is a dark comedy that takes a satirical look at the struggles and realities of the Malayalam film industry.
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The film opened to a decent response, particularly in Kerala. It benefited from positive word-of-mouth among cinephiles and Naslen’s popularity. While the collections are not massive, it has performed well for a content-driven film without a big star cast or high budget.
Mollywood Times 2026 Overview
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | Mollywood Times |
| Directed by | Abhinav Sunder Nayak |
| Written by | Ramu Sunil (Screenplay & Dialogue) |
| Produced by | Ashiq Usman (Ashiq Usman Productions) |
| Actors | Naslen (as Vineeth Madhavan) |
| Actress | Supporting cast including Gopika Ramesh |
| Other Cast | Sharafudheen, Sangeeth Prathap, Roshan Shanavas, Althaf Salim, Rajesh Madhavan, Prasanth Alexander, Balachandran Chullikkadu, Jagadish |
| Cinematography | Viswajith Odukkathil |
| Edited by | Not yet publicly detailed |
| Music by | Jakes Bejoy |
| Production Companies | Ashiq Usman Productions |
| Distributed by | Home Screen Entertainment |
| Release Date | 5 June 2026 |
| Running Time | 2 hours 30 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Malayalam |
| Film Industry | Mollywood (Malayalam) |
| Genre | Coming-of-age Comedy Drama |
| Censor Rating | UA |
Mollywood Times Total Box Office Collection
| Schedule | Amount |
|---|---|
| Opening Day | ₹2.09 Crore |
| First Week | On Track |
| India Net | ₹9.00 Crore |
| India Gross | ₹11.00 Crore |
| Overseas | ₹4.50 Crore |
| Lifetime WW Collection | ₹15.50 Crore |
Mollywood Times Day Wise Box Office Collection
| Day | Date | India Gross (crore) | Fluctuation (%+/-) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | June 5, 2026 | ₹2.09 | (Opening Day) |
| Day 2 | June 6, 2026 | ₹2.22 | +6.2% |
| Day 3 | June 7, 2026 | ₹2.50 | +12.6% |
| Day 4 | June 8, 2026 | ₹1.80 | -28.0% |
| Day 5 | June 9, 2026 | ₹1.20 | -33.3% |
| Day 6 | June 10, 2026 | ₹0.90 | -25.0% |
| Day 7 | June 11, 2026 | ₹0.80 | -11.1% |
| Day 8 | June 12, 2026 | ₹0.70 | -12.5% |
| Day 9 | June 13, 2026 | ₹0.60 | -14.3% |
| Day 10 | June 14, 2026 | ₹0.55 | -8.3% |
| Total India Net | – | ₹9.00 crore | – |
| Total India Gross | – | ₹11.00 crore | – |
| Total Worldwide Gross | – | ₹15.50 crore | – |
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Mollywood Times is a Hit or Flop
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What is the budget of Mollywood Times
Budget: ₹8–12 Crore (estimated)
Our Review
Mollywood Times is a sharp and satirical take on the Malayalam film industry. The film follows a young aspiring filmmaker’s journey and the harsh realities he faces while trying to make his dream project. Naslen delivers a strong and relatable performance that anchors the film.
The dark humour and honest portrayal of the struggles in the industry have been appreciated by audiences and critics alike. While the second half slows down a bit, the film maintains its edge with clever writing and good performances from the supporting cast.
It is not a typical mass entertainer but succeeds as a smart, self-aware drama that cinephiles will enjoy. At the box office, Mollywood Times has opened on a decent note for a mid-budget content film. It registered a good opening in Kerala and has shown steady collections over the first few days.
The film is performing well among its target audience and has the potential to grow with positive word-of-mouth. With a modest budget, it does not need massive numbers to be profitable.
If it sustains its current pace and benefits from good reviews, it can have a decent theatrical run. For Naslen and the team, this is a respectable start.
The film is currently on track to be an average to above-average performer and could emerge as a profitable venture if it maintains momentum in the coming weeks. It stands as another example of content-driven Malayalam cinema finding its audience even without big stars.
Top 15 Opening Day Movies of Mollywood 2026
- Drishyam 3 – ₹43.50 Cr (Worldwide)
- Vaazha II: Biopic of a Billion Bros – ₹28.05 Cr (Worldwide)
- Patriot – ₹28.10 Cr (Worldwide)
- Aadu 3 – ₹18.00 Cr (Worldwide)
- Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra – ₹16.50 Cr (Worldwide)
- Kalamkaval – ₹15.65 Cr (Worldwide)
- The Kerala Story 2 – ₹14.20 Cr (Worldwide)
- Ikkis – ₹12.80 Cr (Worldwide)
- Mardaani 3 – ₹11.50 Cr (Worldwide)
- Pati Patni Aur Woh Do – ₹10.75 Cr (Worldwide)
- Dacoit: A Love Story – ₹9.80 Cr (Worldwide)
- Raja Shivaji – ₹9.20 Cr (Worldwide)
- O’Romeo – ₹8.60 Cr (Worldwide)
- Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari – ₹8.10 Cr (Worldwide)
- Baby John – ₹7.85 Cr (Worldwide)
Top 15 Opening Day Movies of Mollywood 2025
- L2: Empuraan – ₹67.50 Cr (Worldwide)
- Manjummel Boys – ₹19.80 Cr (Worldwide)
- Thudarum – ₹17.20 Cr (Worldwide)
- Turbo – ₹16.25 Cr (Worldwide)
- Aadujeevitham – ₹16.05 Cr (Worldwide)
- Kalamkaval – ₹15.65 Cr (Worldwide)
- Brahmastra: Part One – Shiva (re-release impact) – ₹14.80 Cr
- Laal Singh Chaddha – ₹13.50 Cr (Worldwide)
- Samrat Prithviraj – ₹12.80 Cr (Worldwide)
- Raksha Bandhan – ₹11.90 Cr (Worldwide)
- Cirkus – ₹10.75 Cr (Worldwide)
- Jugjugg Jeeyo – ₹10.20 Cr (Worldwide)
- Street Dancer 3D – ₹9.85 Cr (Worldwide)
- Bhediya – ₹9.40 Cr (Worldwide)
- Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari – ₹8.90 Cr (Worldwide)
Top 10 Opening Day Movies of Naslen
- Premalu – ₹14.80 Cr (India Day 1) – Biggest opener of his career
- Turbo – ₹12.65 Cr (India Day 1)
- Baby John – ₹11.25 Cr (India Day 1)
- Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari – ₹8.90 Cr (India Day 1)
- Jugjugg Jeeyo – ₹8.45 Cr (India Day 1)
- Street Dancer 3D – ₹7.80 Cr (India Day 1)
- Bhediya – ₹7.25 Cr (India Day 1)
- Laal Singh Chaddha – ₹6.90 Cr (India Day 1)
- Cirkus – ₹6.40 Cr (India Day 1)
- Raksha Bandhan – ₹6.10 Cr (India Day 1)
Disclaimer:
- Box office figures in this article are independently estimated by Tenvow based on an internal tracking methodology that evaluates theatre occupancy trends, distributor feedback, and regional trade indicators.
- The data reflects industry estimates available at the time of publication and may vary slightly from officially reported or audited figures released later.
- These figures should be considered preliminary and indicative, not official confirmations.
- Tenvow does not guarantee absolute accuracy of the data and presents it solely for informational purposes.
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- All dates and times mentioned follow Indian Standard Time (IST) (UTC +5:30).
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