Nivin Pauly's Bethlehem Kudumba Unit Earns Rs 37.25 Cr in Opening Weekend
Director Girish A. D.’s festive comedy Bethlehem Kudumba Unit grossed Rs 37.25 crore worldwide within two days of its August 21, 2026 theatrical debut across global markets. Cinema exhibitors and distribution networks report sustained ticket demand during the Onam holiday window, positioning the production toward a projected Rs 1 billion worldwide earnings target.
Festive Comedy Leads Holiday Box Office Surge as Action Rival Holds Steady
The Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju starrer accumulated Rs 37.25 crore globally over its first two days, with trade tracking indicating a potential final gross exceeding Rs 200 crore. Meanwhile, director Vysakh’s action thriller Khalifa, starring Prithviraj Sukumaran, maintained steady theatrical collections following its launch on August 20, 2026.
The head-to-head holiday matchup was established after Dulquer Salmaan’s feature film I’m Game rescheduled its theatrical release to September 3, 2026.
