Eko Continues Impressive Box Office Run
The Malayalam mystery thriller 'Eko' is demonstrating remarkable staying power at the box office, maintaining strong collections well into its second week. Directed by Dinjith Ayyathan, this cinematic piece serves as the concluding chapter of Bahul Ramesh's much-acclaimed Animal Trilogy, captivating audiences with its mysterious narrative and strong performances.
Detailed Box Office Performance Analysis
According to trade analyst Sacnilk, the film demonstrated its commercial viability by collecting Rs 1.45 crore on its eighth day of release as per early estimates. The movie, which premiered on November 21, began its theatrical journey with an opening day collection of Rs 80 lakh.
The weekend proved particularly fruitful for the thriller as it witnessed significant growth in audience turnout. Saturday collections jumped impressively to Rs 1.85 crore, followed by an even stronger Sunday performance that brought in Rs 3.05 crore. While weekdays typically see a dip in cinema attendance, Eko maintained respectable numbers with Rs 1.7 crore on Monday, Rs 1.65 crore on Tuesday, Rs 1.4 crore on Wednesday, and Rs 1.2 crore on Thursday.
The cumulative effect of these consistent collections has resulted in an overall total of Rs 13.1 crore after its second Friday, indicating strong audience interest and positive word-of-mouth promotion.
Audience Engagement and Theater Occupancy
The film's popularity is further evidenced by its occupancy rates on Friday, November 28, 2025. Eko recorded an overall Malayalam occupancy of 22.08% throughout the day. The viewing pattern showed a progressive increase as the day advanced, beginning with 11.67% occupancy during morning shows.
Audience engagement improved to 15.40% in afternoon screenings before climbing to 20.81% during evening shows. The most impressive turnout occurred during night shows, where occupancy peaked at 40.45%, demonstrating strong preference for late-night mystery thriller viewing experiences among Malayalam cinema enthusiasts.
Behind the Mysterious World of Eko
The film unfolds in the atmospheric setting of the misty hills of Kaattukunnu, located along the Kerala-Karnataka border. The central plot revolves around the mysterious disappearance of Kuriachan, powerfully portrayed by Saurabh Sachdeva. Despite his absence, revenge seekers arrive at his estate expecting confrontation.
Instead, they encounter his third wife, Mlaathi Chedathi, also known as Soyi, played by Biana Momin. She lives with a caretaker, portrayed by Sandeep Pradeep, and is protected by fierce Malaysian dogs trained by the missing Kuriachan, adding layers of suspense and intrigue to the narrative.
The ensemble cast features Sandeep Pradeep, Vineeth, Narain Kumar, Binu Pappu, and Ashokan in pivotal roles. Particular praise has been directed toward Sandeep Pradeep's presence in the film, along with the well-crafted supporting arcs delivered by Vineeth and Ashokan, contributing significantly to the film's critical and commercial success.
The sustained box office performance of Eko underscores the growing appetite for quality mystery thrillers in Malayalam cinema and establishes the film as one of the notable successes in recent times.
