Taking to his X timeline shortly after the movie’s evident success, the actor shared, “I’m deeply moved and truly humbled by the love and heartfelt response for #Thudarum. Every message and word of appreciation has touched me in ways I can’t fully articulate.”

He continued, “Thank you for opening your hearts to this story, for recognizing its essence, and for embracing it with such grace. This gratitude extends beyond me; it belongs to everyone who was part of this journey, pouring their love, effort, and spirit into each frame.”

Mohanlal specifically thanked his collaborators: “To Renjith M, Tharun Moorthy, KR Sunil, Shobhana, Binu Pappu, Prakash Varma, Shaji Kumar, Jakes Bejoy, and our remarkable team — your talent and dedication shaped Thudarum.”

He emphasized that the film was crafted with care, purpose, and authenticity, noting, “To see it resonate so profoundly is more than rewarding; it is a true blessing. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, with love and lasting gratitude.”

Directed by Tharun Moorthy, ‘Thudarum’ was eagerly anticipated, notably marking the return of actress Shobana opposite Mohanlal after nearly 19 years. Their pairing is a beloved fixture in Malayalam cinema, with memorable films such as *Manichithrathazhu*, *Thenmavi Kombathu*, and *Mambazhakkalam* showcasing their chemistry.

Additionally, ‘Thudarum’ is significant as Mohanlal’s 360th film and his 56th collaboration with Shobana. The film features music by Jakes Bejoy and cinematography by Shaji Kumar. It was penned by K.R. Sunil and Tharun Moorthy, with editing by Shafeeque V.B. and Nishadh Yusuf.

The crowd erupted in cheers as cameras captured Ajith, who appeared to relish the game, alongside his wife Shalini and their two children. He acknowledged the fans’ affection with a thumbs-up gesture.

Ajith’s attendance was particularly surprising, as the actor is known for his low-profile lifestyle and infrequent public appearances.

This outing followed a special occasion, as Ajith had just celebrated 25 years of marriage with Shalini, marking the event with a cake-cutting ceremony. Shalini shared a touching video on her Instagram at midnight, featuring the couple feeding each other a slice of cake while Tina Turner’s “The Best” played in the background.

Following the match, Ajith is expected to return to Europe to participate in various car races scheduled until September. His racing team, Ajith Kumar Racing, has earned accolades for representing India well, including a third-place finish at the Dubai Autodrome in January and another third place at the Mugello Circuit in Italy in March. More recently, the team claimed second place at the Creventic Endurance Race at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps in Belgium in the Porsche 992 GT3 Cup category.

Upcoming Creventic races for Ajith Kumar will take place at the Misano World Circuit on May 24, Circuit Paul Ricard on July 5, and Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya on September 27. Additionally, Ajith Kumar Racing will compete in the GT4 European Series, a renowned platform for GT4-spec racing across Europe’s iconic circuits.

The GT4 European Series race previously taking place at Paul Ricard from April 11-13 will continue at Zandvoort, Netherlands from May 16-18, Spa, Belgium from June 26-29, Misano, Italy from July 18-20, Nürburgring, Germany from August 29-31, and conclude in Barcelona, Spain from October 10-12.

Sharing a few pictures from her hospital stay, Zeenat posted on Instagram, “Greetings from the recovery room! I understand if you think I’ve abandoned my social media presence, as my profile has been rather quiet lately. As they say in India – what can I do? The tedious paperwork and anxiety surrounding my medical procedures took precedence these past weeks. However, I’m emerging from this experience and feel inspired to share more stories on Instagram.”

She expressed a poignant reflection, stating that a hospital can serve as a powerful reminder of life and one’s voice. “There’s nothing quite like the stark environment of a hospital to awaken the realization of being alive! Expect more cinematic insights, personal stories, fashion, furry friends, and yes… definitely more opinions. If there’s a topic you’d like me to explore, please leave it in the comments, and I’ll choose a few to share,” she added.

Zeenat also mentioned that she celebrated two years on social media this February, amassing over 800,000 followers. “On a side note, I marked two years on social media in February and reached 800,000 followers this April. My journey began with hesitation, shifted to empowerment, then to disillusionment, and has now blossomed into fresh curiosity! I cherish what this platform offers, but I find the nature of monetized social media troubling.”

She candidly shared the darker aspects of social media, noting, “As I engage with you here and occasionally monetize this account, I feel it’s vital to remind you that Instagram is NOT reality. The days of straightforward ads are behind us—now endorsements might be subtle and unannounced, followers purchased, images heavily edited, and likes artificially generated! I take pride in the fact that our community has grown without resorting to these questionable tactics.”

Zeenat followed up with a hospital image on her Instagram stories, captioning it, “Yes, I’ve been quiet. But now I’m ready to chat.”