Empuraan: Censor Board sought only two cuts in Mohanlal-Prithviraj Sukumaran film, details out

Empuraan: Here are the details of the changes sought by the Censor Board in the Lucifer sequel, starring Mohanlal and directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran.

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As a controversy rages over the content portrayed in Empuraan, details about the Censor Board’s recommendations have surfaced online. The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) asked for only two cuts in the Prithviraj Sukumaran directorial, as per reports on Manorama Online. Both these changes were made by the makers too, according to the reports. Here are the details of the changes sought by the Censor Board in the second installment of the Lucifer trilogy.

2 cuts sought in Empuraan

The Central Board of Film Certification had sought to trim down the scene that showed violence against women by six seconds. Another scene referring to the National Flag was also trimmed by four seconds, as per the report on Manorama Online. These cuts mandated by the board were also incorporated by the film’s makers, the reports added. The film was certified UA 16+ by the board before its release.

Empuraan opens to mixed reviews

The highly anticipated Malayalam film, Empuraan, released in theatres on March 27, 2025, but got mixed reviews. Though L2E won applause for its brilliant filmmaking, a section of the audience took objection to the content portrayed in the film. The right-wing supporters have come out against the makers for certain scenes in the film. However, neither director Prithviraj Sukumaran or lead actor Mohanlal has reacted to the controversy so far.

Empuraan makes big bucks

Despite the mixed reviews and controversy surrounding Empuraan, Prithviraj Sukumaran’s film has reportedly crossed Rs 100 crore at the worldwide box office. The makers have announced on social media that the Mohanlal-starrer has achieved the feat within two days of its release.

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On the other hand, industry tracker Sacnilk reported that Empuraan made Rs 32.75 crore in India net collections. The Malayalam film, which was aggressively promoted by its lead cast and director, enjoyed a grand worldwide release in multiple languages of Hindi, Tamil and Telugu.

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Empuraan, the Lucifer sequel

The plot of Empuraan picks up from where the hit film Lucifer ended. The 2019 film narrates the events in Kerala after a tall political figure dies, leading to a power struggle. Lucifer is available for streaming on SonyLiv and OTTplay Premium.

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