Prithviraj Sukumaran established his prowess as a director with his debut film, Lucifer, featuring Mohanlal, which premiered in theatres across Kerala in 2019. Nearly six years later, the actor-director returns with the sequel, L2 Empuraan, once again starring Mohanlal as Stephen Nedumpally. The film is scheduled for release on March 27, 2025. With just 100 days (99 to be exact) remaining until the highly anticipated release, we take this opportunity to highlight the reasons that have generated excitement for this collaboration between Mohanlal and Prithviraj Sukumaran.

Why we are eager to watch L2 Empuraan?

Sequel to Lucifer

The 2019 political action thriller, Lucifer, explored the intricate power dynamics and political strategies following the demise of Chief Minister PK Ramdas (PKR). In the midst of this political void, his son-in-law Bobby (Vivek Oberoi) attempts to exploit the situation for his covert drug operations, only to face formidable resistance from Stephen Nedumpally (Mohanlal). The narrative further complicated as Bobby's wife Priyadarshini (Manju Warrier) and her brother Jathin (Tovino Thomas) become involved. The film concluded on a dramatic note, showcasing a different side of Mohanlal, leaving audiences eager to see how L2 Empuraan will integrate these various plot elements, which include an Interpol investigation and the political unrest in Kerala.

Who is Stephen Nedumpally aka Abr’Raam Khureshi?

Mohanlal delivered another outstanding performance as Stephen Nedumpally, the loyal confidant of PKR, who is willing to go to great lengths for those he cherishes. However, who is this individual dressed in a white mundu and white shirt, and what is his connection to PKR? PKR had informed his daughter that in times of utter solitude, she could rely on Stephen. Is there a familial bond between them? The film "Lucifer" concludes with Stephen appearing in a striking new persona, clad in a black suit and glasses. Furthermore, Mohanlal reveals that he is Abr’Raam Khureshi. What led to Stephen's transformation into Abr’Raam Khureshi, and what is the backstory behind his character?

More characters

Lucifer features an extensive ensemble cast, which includes prominent figures such as Indrajith Sukumaran, Sai Kumar, Baiju Santhosh, Kalabhavan Shajohn, Fazil, Saniya Iyappan, and Nyla Usha, among others. Notably, Bollywood actor Shakti Kapoor makes a cameo appearance towards the conclusion of the film. It remains to be seen whether he will have a more significant role in the sequel.

In addition to his directorial duties, Prithviraj portrays the character Zayed Masood in Lucifer. While it is established that he is a devoted supporter of Stephen, willing to make sacrifices for him, the nature of their relationship is not fully revealed. We anticipate that L2 Empuraan will provide further insights into this connection.

Terrific plot, action sequences

One of the factors contributing to the success of Lucifer as a blockbuster was its captivating narrative filled with unforeseen developments. The dynamics of betrayal and shifting allegiances among pivotal characters played a significant role in the progression of the story, with a particular scene featuring Baiju and Kalabhavan Shajon remaining highly regarded on YouTube. L2 Empuraan is anticipated to carry forward the compelling storyline, enriched with dynamic action sequences. The original film showcased numerous moments where both Mohanlal and Prithviraj demonstrated their physical prowess. With Stephen now transitioning from his white politician persona to the all-black Abr’Raam Khureshi character, it is expected that the intensity of the action sequences will be significantly heightened.

Mohanlal and Prithviraj's combo

The remarkable partnership between Mohanlal and Prithviraj ultimately allowed audiences to overlook the plot shortcomings present in Lucifer. This film represented their first collaboration, while they later appeared together as a father-son duo in the comedy-drama Bro Daddy. L2 Empuraan signifies their third significant collaboration and is the third film directed by Prithviraj, following Lucifer and Bro Daddy.

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