In a groundbreaking move, renowned Lollywood superstar Mahira Khan is gearing up for her Malayalam film debut in the much-anticipated movie L2: Empuraan, as reported by various Indian media outlets.
The talented actress is expected to take on the lead female role alongside the legendary Mohanlal Viswanathan in L2: Empuraan, an action-packed thriller directed by the celebrated actor-director of Malayalam cinema, Prithviraj Sukumaran.
While the rumors have been swirling, the film’s makers have chosen to remain tight-lipped, neither confirming nor denying the speculations. Reports suggest a strong connection between Khan and the director, Prithviraj Sukumaran, and his wife, journalist-producer Supriya Menon, who are known to be close friends with Mahira Khan and her husband, Salim Karim.
Fueling the anticipation, pictures of Mahira Khan with the couple during their Maldives vacation recently went viral on social media, further adding credibility to the speculation surrounding her Malayalam film debut.
Mahira Khan has previously expressed her admiration for Malayalam cinema in an interview, lauding the industry for its exceptional storytelling, acting, and production values. She has also voiced her desire to work in Malayalam films in the future.
Intriguingly, Mahira Khan’s introduction to Malayalam cinema was credited to reviewer and Film Companion founder Anupama Chopra. The actress commended the industry for its unique ideas, direction, and cinematic aesthetics, highlighting the profound impact of Malayalam films in the Indian film landscape.
Having made her mark in Bollywood with her debut in the 2017 film ‘Raees,’ opposite Shah Rukh Khan, Mahira Khan’s foray into Malayalam cinema is generating considerable excitement among fans and industry enthusiasts alike. Stay tuned for further updates on this much-anticipated debut in L2: Empuraan.
