Prithviraj Sukumaran's latest actioner 'Khalifa' recorded a massive opening day, performing 127% better than his previous film, making it the 5th biggest Mollywood opener of 2026.
Despite the strong box-office figures, the film has received mixed reviews from critics, who described the smuggling drama as a 'hollow spectacle' with uneven writing.
Audience reactions remain polarized, with many praising the action sequences while criticizing the overall narrative depth of the high-budget production.