Did you know Prithviraj Sukumaran's 'L2: Empuraan's set was submerged in Gujarat floods? -Exclusive!

The much-awaited sequel 'L2: Empuraan' faced a significant setback when a key set was submerged during the Gujarat floods of 2024. The crew's resilience and determination led to the rebuilding of the set, ensuring the pivotal action sequence was recreated perfectly.
Did you know Prithviraj Sukumaran's 'L2: Empuraan's set was submerged in Gujarat floods? -Exclusive!
In an unexpected twist fit for a thriller, nature itself posed a challenge to the team of 'L2: Empuraan.' The much-awaited sequel to the blockbuster 'Lucifer' faced a major setback when a key outdoor set was submerged during the devastating Gujarat floods of 2024. Built for a pivotal action sequence, the set suffered extensive damage, throwing the production off course.
But much like the indomitable spirit the film promises to showcase, the crew bounced back with unwavering determination. "The floods were an unforeseen hurdle, but we rebuilt and carried on. That scene is crucial to the storyline, and the team ensured it was recreated to perfection," shared a source from the production.

Helmed by Prithviraj Sukumaran and featuring Mohanlal in a powerhouse role, the film has already ignited social media with its electrifying teaser. With jaw-dropping visuals and hints of an intense narrative, 'L2: Empuraan' has fans counting down the days to its release in 2025.
Given the colossal success of 'Lucifer,' which was the first Malayalam film to cross ₹200 crores, expectations for its sequel are sky-high. Despite nature's curveball, 'L2: Empuraan' is all set to cement its place as a cinematic extravaganza that audiences won’t soon forget.
'L2: Empuraan' is an upcoming Indian Malayalam action thriller directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran and written by Murali Gopy. Serving as the highly anticipated sequel to the 2019 blockbuster 'Lucifer,' the film delves deeper into the political intrigue and power struggles introduced in its predecessor. The star-studded cast features Mohanlal reprising his iconic role as Khureshi-Ab'raam/Stephen Nedumpally, alongside Prithviraj Sukumaran, Indrajith Sukumaran, Tovino Thomas, Manju Warrier, Saniya Iyappan, Saikumar, Baiju Santhosh, Fazil, and Sachin Khedekar. The film's soundtrack is composed by Deepak Dev. Principal photography began on October 5, 2023, in Faridabad, with extensive shoots in Shimla, Leh, the United Kingdom, the United States, Chennai, Gujarat, Hyderabad, the UAE, Mumbai, and Kerala.

Scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on March 27, 2025, coinciding with the sixth anniversary of 'Lucifer,' the film promises to be a cinematic spectacle. The recently released teaser has ignited excitement among fans, showcasing a grand narrative and thrilling action sequences. 'L2: Empuraan' is also set to release in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Hindi, aiming to reach a pan-Indian audience.
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