Patriot Box Office Collection Day 1: Mammootty-Mohanlal's Film Creates 4 Records On Its Opening Day

Patriot Box Office Records Day 1: Malayalam cinema icons Mohanlal and Mammootty are teaming up again in Patriot, an action thriller already drawing intense attention ahead of its 2026 release. The film has become one of the year's most talked-about titles, driven by audience curiosity and strong early reactions from both viewers and critics. Patriot is written, co-edited, and directed by Mahesh Narayanan, who brings together a star-heavy cast. Alongside Mohanlal and Mammootty, the film features Fahadh Faasil, Kunchacko Boban, Nayanthara, Revathi, Darshana Rajendran, and Rajiv Menon in major roles, adding to the project's scale and appeal for Malayalam film fans.

The biggest talking point around Patriot is the reunion of Mohanlal and Mammootty after almost twenty years. The two last shared screen space in the 2008 multi-starrer Twenty:20. For many viewers who grew up watching these stars together, their return as co-leads has become a major cinematic event. Patriot is also significant for another reason, as it serves as the first film of 2026 for both Mohanlal and Mammootty. With the combination of a high-profile ensemble, Mahesh Narayanan's creative control, and positive early buzz, expectations remain high among fans and industry watchers for the thriller's full release.

Patriot Box Office Collection Day 1

According to a report published in Sacnilk, Patriot made a collection of Rs 9.8cr on day 1 in India. Interestingly, Patriot went on to create 4 records at the box office.

Highest Malayalam Opener 2026

With a collection of Rs 9.8cr, Patriot has emerged as the highest opener in the Malayalam industry in 2026 so far

Mammootty's Highest Opener Post COVID 19

To note, Patriot has managed to beat the opening day collection of Turbo (Rs 6.25cr) and emerged as Mammooty's highest opener post COVID 19

Mohanlal's Second Highest Opener Post COVID 19

Interestingly, Patriot has failed to beat the opening day collection of L2: Empuraan (Rs 21cr) and recorded Mohanlal's second highest opener post COVID 19.

Fahadh Faasil's 5th Highest Opener Post COVID 19

As Fahadh has been winning hearts with his stint in Patriot, the movie has emerged as his 5th highest opener in the post COVID 19 era.

Meanwhile, talking about reuniting with Mohanlal after 18 years, Mammootty told The Hollywood Reporter, "It was normal, nothing special about it. We are normal human beings, close friends. The two hooligans coming from two sides and shaking hands cannot be because we're playing friends, it is an entirely different kind of role".