Mohanlal Offers Golden Spear at Murugan Temple to Celebrate Thudarum’s Historic Success

By TeluguFunda / June 2, 2025

Malayalam superstar Mohanlal, Thirumalai Kumaraswamy Temple

Malayalam superstar Mohanlal recently visited the Thirumalai Kumaraswamy Temple in SengottaiTamil Nadu, to thank Lord Murugan for the massive success of his film Thudarum. He personally offered a golden spear (Vel) to the deity, blending his deep spiritual faith with the film’s storyline. This powerful moment quickly went viral on social media, winning hearts across the internet.

Mohanlal Marks Thudarum’s 100-Crore Victory with a Divine Offering

Mohanlal arrived at the Panpoli Thirumalai Murugan temple at 6:30 AM along with close friends. He placed a gold-plated Vel before the deity, showing immense gratitude. The temple, known as Dakshina Palani, attracts countless Murugan devotees from southern India. In Thudarum, Mohanlal plays Shanmugan, a taxi driver and devoted Murugan follower. This real-life gesture echoed his on-screen role, adding emotional depth to the offering. Mohanlal also posted a heartfelt message on social media: “Thank You, Almighty #Thudarum.”

Thudarum Shatters Records in Kerala Box Office

Director Tharun Moorthy and Mohanlal teamed up to deliver one of the biggest Malayalam blockbusters in recent years. Thudarum grossed over Rs. 100 crore from Kerala alone, a rare feat in the industry. Mohanlal celebrated by sharing a poster that read, “A new chapter in Kerala box office history. A 100 crore Kerala gross.” He added, “#Thudarum storms into the record books… A milestone that we created together! Thank you, Kerala.”

Thudarum Brings Kerala Audiences Back to Theatres

The film revived theatre footfall across Kerala. Theatre owners and distributors praised its impact, saying it brought large crowds back to cinemas. They believe Thudarum gave the Malayalam film industry the boost it needed after a quiet phase.

Thirumalai Temple’s Connection to the Film

The Thirumalai Temple, built from stone and nestled in the Western Ghats, holds over 600 years of history. Records say the Pandalam King began the construction, and Sivagami Ammaiyar completed it. Devotees worship Lord Murugan here as Lord Kumaraswamy. The temple also features in Thudarum, and even Allu Arjun’s Pushpa filmed scenes here. The place holds deep cultural and cinematic significance.

Creative Team Behind Thudarum’s Magic

The movie’s music composer Jakes Bejoy, cinematographer Shaji Kumar, and editors Shafeeque V B and Nishadh Yusuf delivered outstanding work. K. R. Sunil and Tharun Moorthy co-wrote the script, crafting a story that connected emotionally with the audience.

Mohanlal’s golden spear offering not only thanked the divine but also honored the deep roots of Thudarum. His visit symbolized a rare blend of cinema, faith, and heartfelt gratitude, making it a moment fans will cherish for years to come.

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