Following the release of the film, the BJP Thrissur District Committee member also approached the Kerala High Court seeking a directive to the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting in New Delhi to immediately ban the screening of the film in theatres to prevent further controversy and avert potential communal unrest. However, the High Court refused to pass an interim order banning the screening.

The RSS mouthpiece Organiser targeted the film’s director, Prithviraj Sukumaran, labelling him the “voice of the anti-nationals”. The RSS mouthpiece also said that the film is “anti-Bharat and anti-Hindu” as it “undermines Bharat’s nationhood, culture, constitution and democratic institutions.”

Following the backlash, Mohanlal had expressed his regret for the “distress” caused, stating that his films do not intend to promote hatred toward any political ideology, organization, or religious group.

During the last two days the Enforcement Directorate (ED) also conducted search operations at the offices of Gokulam Group and the residence of its Chairman, Gokulam Gopalan and seized Rs 1.5 crore in cash. Gokulam Gopalan is the producer of the film. On Saturday, the director of the film was also slapped with a notice from the Income Tax Department.

Despite the controversy, the film continues its successful run. However, the film saw a noticeable decline in earnings over the previous four days, indicating a slight slowing in its box office momentum.

With stiff competition coming up this week, it remains to be seen whether L2: Empuraan can retain its top spot, or if one of these new films will steal the show.