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Prithviraj Announces Empuraan Sequel Amid Controversies

4/18/2026

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Prithviraj, the Malayalam actor, announced plans to direct the Empuraan sequel at a Kochi press meet on April 17, 2026.
He said controversies around the film's release have not deterred him.
He emphasized his commitment to filmmaking, noting fans are eager for the third installment.
He cited scheduling with Mohanlal, producer commitments, and his Pallichattambi cameo, while preferring non-political or balanced political narratives.

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Prithviraj, the Malayalam actor, announced plans to direct the Empuraan sequel at a Kochi press meet on April 17, 2026.
He said controversies around the film's release have not deterred him.
He emphasized his commitment to filmmaking, noting fans are eager for the third installment.
He cited scheduling with Mohanlal, producer commitments, and his Pallichattambi cameo, while preferring non-political or balanced political narratives.