Bha Bha Ba Movie Review, Collection Live Updates: Dileep film earns over Rs 3 crore despite mixed reviews

Bha Bha Ba Movie Review, Box Office Collection Day 1 Report Live Updates: Dileep's first film after being acquitted in the sexual abuse case has released amid protests in Kerala. The film crossed Rs 2 crore opening on day 1.

Bha Bha Ba Movie Review Live Updates: Dileep’s new film Bha Bha Ba — an acronym for Bhayam, Bhakthi, Bahumanam — has released on December 18 amid boycott campaigns across Kerala, as public outrage continues over his acquittal in a sexual assault case involving a Malayalam actress survivor. As many in kerala call the acquittal a travesty of justice, Dileep’s film Bha Bha Bha, directed by Dhananjay Shankar, has begun its theatrical run. While controversy still surrounds the actor, the first reactions for the film have now surfaced all over social media. The film also stars Mohanlal in a cameo.

Many users on X (formerly Twitter) have argued that the film relies too much on nostalgia and doesn’t have a proper structure. Others argue that the film’s purpose was always to be a fun and loud flick and that it does its job brilliantly.

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Earlier, dubbing artiste Bhagyalakshmi had criticised Mohanlal for sharing the poster of Bha Bha Bha.  Speakingat the International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK), she had said, “On the very day the verdict came, isn’t it the same Mohanlal whom we all love who released that poster? Shouldn’t one stop for a moment and think what one is doing? We also heard him say he is praying for both ‘him’ and ‘her’. All this is part of the financial space Dileep has created.” Mohanlal also received criticism for doing a role in the film.

Despite mixed reviews from the majority of the fans, the film is heading towards a decent opening day for the film. At the time of publishing, Bha Bha Bha had earned Rs 81 lakh, according to industry tracker Sacnilk. Directed by Dhananjay Shankar, the cast of Bha Bha Bha includes, Dileep, Mohanlal, Dhyan Sreenivasan, Balu Varghese, Vineeth Sreenivasan, and Saranya Ponvannan.

Live Updates
Dec 18, 2025 07:59 PM IST
Bha Bha Ba Reaction Live Updates: Mohanlal cameo and Vijay references get positive response

User @Shalu0202 shared via X, "Mad response for all #mohanlal & #thalapathyvijay references. The biggest two brand names in God's own country."

Dec 18, 2025 07:26 PM IST
Bha Bha Ba Box Office Collection Update: Dileep-starrer eyes Rs 5 crore mark on Day 1

According to trade tracker Sacnilk, Dileep-starrer Bha Bha Ba has earned around Rs 3.28 crore as of 7 pm on Thursday.

Dec 18, 2025 06:59 PM IST
Bha Bha Ba Reaction Live Updates: 'Entertainer Dileep is back'

User @Chrissuccess said via X, "#bhabhaba - BHAyam BHAkthi BAgumanam. Spoof Comedy. No Logic, Only Madness. Entertainer Dileep is back. Interval block & Lalettan’s Cameo r blast. No Heroine. Plenty of Old film & Ghilli Thalapathy References r thr. Thr r Cringe Scenes too. Not Bad for a Watch in Theatre. FUN!"

Dec 18, 2025 06:35 PM IST
Bha Bha Ba Movie Review Live Updates: Dileep film's '1st one was good but the 2nd one was badly executed'

X user @BreakingViews4u posted, "#bhabhaba 2nd half we get the much awaited #mohanlal appearance, while the 1st one was good the 2nd one was badly executed. The tail end was okay, leading to probable sequel/universe. The remaining of 2nd half was all over the place but the script moves at jet speed that you don't get time to think or relax. Something or the other keeps happening."

Dec 18, 2025 06:22 PM IST
Bha Bha Ba Box Office Live Updates: Afternoon shows occupancy

Trade tracker Sacnilk reported that the Dileep and Mohanlal-starrer Bha Bha Ba recorded 57.74% Malayalam occupancy during the afternoon shows on Thursday. The film had registered 63.16% occupancy in the morning shows. As of 6 pm, Bha Bha Ba has earned approximately Rs 2.95 crore net at the Indian box office.

Dec 18, 2025 06:14 PM IST
Bha Bha Ba Movie Review Live Updates: 'Dileep and Mohanlal combo was lit'

User @sriharitm02 said X, "#bhabhaba : Freaking Madness. No logic Chilling universe City GHILLI Bala Great making. Story was okay but screen play and making was good. Dileep and Mohanlal combo was lit. Pre interval scene fight with Vintage songs...celebrated madmaxxxx #bhabhabha #mohanlal #dhilip."

Dec 18, 2025 05:48 PM IST
Bha Bha Ba Movie Live Updates: 'Worst cameo in Malayalam film'

X user @GKBIGB posted, "#bhabhaba This stands as one of the worst cameos in Malayalam film history, a damning portrayal that does serious disservice to #mohanlal’s legacy, with even fanboy KOK calling it out #dileep #kalamkaval #mammootty."

Dec 18, 2025 05:22 PM IST
Bha Bha Ba Movie Live Updates: 'Mad combo of real OG Mohanlal and Dileep'

X user @Nikhilronar posted, "#bhabhabareview #bhabhaba Review MAD combo of Real OG #mohanlal And #dileep Azhinjattam Story Revenge Saga. Spoof & comedy works well. Kudos to Dhananjay Direction. Satisfying watch for Both Lalettan n Dileep Fans. Big Hit for sure No Logic Only Madness. #blockbusterbhabhaba."

Dec 18, 2025 04:56 PM IST
Bha Bha Ba Movie Fan Review Live Updates: 'I can’t believe why there is so much negativity around the film'

X user @Badusha_bachu shared his review of Bha Bha Ba review. It read, "I was surprised after reading the reviews. After a long time, I got this much satisfaction from an FDFS, and I can’t believe why there is so much negativity around the film. #bhabhaba I will strongly stand with this film."

Dec 18, 2025 04:41 PM IST
Bha Bha Ba Movie Box Office Live Updates: Dileep's film crosses Rs 2 mark

Trade tracker Sacnilk shared that Dileep and Mohanlal-starrer Bha Bha Ba has earned around Rs 2.11 crore India net as of 4 pm on Thursday.

Dec 18, 2025 04:31 PM IST
Bha Bha Ba Movie Live Updates: Dileep’s film gets internet talking

X user @This_Is_Ubais posted, "Watching that predator's film is your choice, and I won’t question it. But, saying things like, "We should forget about the lead actor's real life actions and just enjoy the film," is one of the most selfish viewpoints I've heard. I’m not someone who can ignore these issues."

Dec 18, 2025 04:03 PM IST
Bha Bha Ba Movie Live Updates: 'Bha Bha Ba in a way is the most important film in Dileep’s career'

An excerpt from Sreedhar Pillai's tweet read, "Last week when an old Dileep film was shown in a government owned bus, passengers mainly ladies objected and the conductor had to stop the screening! Dileep’s strength at the box-office was his comedy and emotion laced family entertainers which the ladies loved. Remember a few years back Dileep was the most powerful star in the industry. He was heading the artist, distribution and exhibitors association in the state and was virtually running the show! So #bhabhaba in a way is the most important film in Dileep’s career. It has Dileep and Vineeth Sreenivasan along with Mohanlal in a cameo ( the actor is getting trolled for doing the film). Trailer of the film shows it is a pucca commercial entertainer with Dileep’s character, delivering a punch line : “This was the moment I was waiting for, my comeback moment!” All eyes are on Bha Bha Ba. Can Dileep regain his lost empire with BBB as public protests continue to mount and his recent box office track record is shaky?"

Dec 18, 2025 03:47 PM IST
Bha Bha Ba Movie Live Updates: A lot is riding on Dileep's latest film

Industry tracker Sreedhar Pillai posted on X, "Analysis : CAN DILEEP REGAIN HIS LOST GLORY ? One time popular Malayalam star Dileep is facing an acid test! 10 days after his acquittal in the controversial 2017 actress assault case, his big budget commercial entertainer #bhabhaba is hitting screens worldwide on December 18. Dileep needs a box-office hit badly as after the actress assault case his image took a beating and he had a series of flops. One time he was next to M&M (Mammootty & Mohanlal) in star power, but today his rating had plummeted with younger stars taking over."

He added, "While Dileep has been cleared of all charges, the survivor has maintained that “the real mastermind remains free, with only hired accomplices convicted”. And with television channels and social media debates raging, he is facing significant backlash from the public."

Dec 18, 2025 03:24 PM IST
Bha Bha Ba Movie Review Live Updates: The morning shows occupancy

Trade site Sacnilk shared that Dileep and Mohanlal-starrer Bha Bha Ba had an overall 63.16% Malayalam occupancy in the Morning Shows on Thursday, December 18, 2025. By 3 pm the film made about Rs 1.89 Cr India net.

Dec 18, 2025 02:55 PM IST
Bha Bha Ba Movie Review Live Updates: 'Glad to hear mostly negative reports about Dileep's film'

X user @myopiclenses shared, "Glad to hear mostly negative reports about Dileep's #bhabhaba . Despite the paid campaign to make it seem like the biggest film of the year in Malayalam, it will hopefully sink at the box office." There is a public outcry in Kerala against the film which comes days after Dileep was acquitted by a court in the actor sexual assault case.

Dec 18, 2025 02:46 PM IST
Bha Bha Ba Movie Review Live Updates: 'The Mohanlal portions are impactful'

X page @VRFridayMatinee posted Bha Bha Ba Movie Review that read, "#bhabhaba A full-fledged commercial flick that entertains the audience for most of its runtime. Full-on energy from #dileep after a long time. Most of the references worked well. Interval sequence spaar .The #mohanlal portions are impactful. Technically solid. Gopi Sundar is back. The editor deserves big credit.PAISA - VASOOL."

Dec 18, 2025 02:32 PM IST
Bha Bha Ba Movie X Review Live Updates: 12K tickets sold in an hour for Dileep’s film

Dileep’s film Bha Bha Bha, directed by Dhananjay Shankar is going strong. Trade analyst AB George posted on X, "#bhabhaba almost 12K tickets sold via @bookmyshow in the last hour Real OG on duty."

Dec 18, 2025 02:12 PM IST
Bha Bha Ba Movie X Live Updates: 'Mohanlal cameo forced, poor climax'

Some fans thought that Bha Bha Ba couldn't stand on its own and that Mohanlal's cameo was the only thing keeping it together. A user posted Bha Bha Ba review on X, "A proper gimmick with a good 1st half and a weak second half. Started with some genuine comedy. Decent making. A super interval scene. Dileep's recent best. L's (Mohanlal) cameo is forced in the storyline. Poor climax. While another wrote, "The only positive about the film is Mohanlal's presence. Otherwise it’s trash."

Dec 18, 2025 01:55 PM IST
Bha Bha Ba Movie Live Updates: Bhagyalakshmi slams Mohanlal for endorsing Dileep's film

Mohanlal, who has been receiving praise for his extended cameo in Dileep-starrer Bha Bha Ba, was recently criticised by Malayalam dubbing artist Bhagyalakshmi for sharing the poster of the film. Calling Mohanlal's action "insensitive" and "thoughtless", Bhagyalakshmi told reporters at the International Film Festival of Kerala, "Did Mohanlal even pause for a moment before sharing that poster? When someone with that kind of influence does this, what message is being sent to survivors? This is not about cinema alone anymore. This is about ethics. It is about what we choose to endorse publicly."

Dec 18, 2025 01:44 PM IST
Bha Bha Ba Movie X Review Live Updates: 'Switch off logic and enjoy the fun'

@KeralaBxOffce posted Bha Bha Ba Movie Review on X that read, "#bhabhaba A pure spoof comedy with zero logic and full madness. #dileep is back in his entertainer zone and that carries the film. The interval block works well and #mohanlal cameo is a clear highlight. No heroine, just jokes, throwbacks and plenty of old Malayalam film references along with some Ghilli #thalapathyvijay moments. Completely over the top. Best enjoyed in a packed single screen. Switch off logic and enjoy the fun. Not really meant for a multiplex crowd."

Dec 18, 2025 01:30 PM IST
Bha Bha Ba Movie Box Office Live Updates: Dileep's film earns Rs 1.24 Cr by 1 pm

Trade site Sacnilk shared that by 1 pm, Bha. Bha. Ba. earned around Rs 1.24 Cr India net on its first day.

Dec 18, 2025 12:51 PM IST
Bha Bha Ba Movie X Review Live Updates: Mohanlal's cameo in Dilip's film stood out

Mohanlal's cameo in the film stood out for a lot of fans, as an X fan hailed the National Award winner and wrote, "The moment Mohanlal enters, the film shifts gears completely. Pure aura, vintage swag, and iconic dance. Dileep continues in peak form, owning the screen with pure entertainer energy. Nonstop whistles."

Dec 18, 2025 12:39 PM IST
Bha Bha Ba Movie Review Live Updates: 'Entertainer Dileep is back'

Another X user shared Bha Bha Ba review, "No logic, only madness. Spoof comedy. Entertainer Dileep is back. The interval block & Lalettan’s cameo are a blast. No Heroine. Plenty of old film & Ghilli Thalapathy references are there. There are cringe scenes too. Not bad for a watch in theatre."

Dec 18, 2025 12:39 PM IST
Bha Bha Ba Movie Review Live Updates: Dileep's film 'Bha Bha Bha is pure theatre material'

A user on X wrote, "Bha Bha Bha is pure theatre material. Loved the whole atmosphere. The second half and climax was literally owned by this man with an extended cameo. Dileep is back after a while with a solid performance. Totally a paisa vasool (worth the money) entertainment."

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