In 2026, Malayalam actor Fahadh Faasil also found major success as a producer with Bethlehem Kudumba Unit , which has emerged as one of the biggest Malayalam hits of the year. The film has grossed more than ₹ 330 crore worldwide at the box office. In a recent interaction, Fahadh spoke about the film’s success and clarified that its gross collection should not be conflated with the remuneration received by individual team members.
The film’s story follows a young couple’s relationship and the complications that arise as the couple navigate love, family and societal expectations. The film was produced by Bhavana Studios, along with Fahadh Faasil, Dileesh Pothan and Syam Pushkaran. The film was released in theatres on August 21 and stars Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju in the lead roles. After a successful theatrical run, the film was released on JioHotstar on October 2.
Speaking with Cue Studio, Fahadh said that he would not personally receive even half of the ₹ 300 crore being discussed in connection with the film’s collection. He said, “None of us will get even half of this ₹ 300 crore that they are talking about. The film’s worldwide gross is around ₹ 330.19 crore, with an India net collection of ₹ 164.25 crore, according to Sacnilk.
Fahadh also revealed his favourite scene While discussing the film. The actor-producer also credited the entire team for the film’s success rather than taking the credit himself. That is the gross collection. Anyway, the fact that Bethlehem has been a success is something that makes me very happy and proud. It is not just me. There is Girish (director), Shyam (producer) and Dileesh (producer). I see this as a collective success of all of us. I don’t see it as my success alone. He picked the re-creation scene involving a photograph of Mamitha Baiju’s character, Ashley. It worked tremendously for me when I saw it. Such techniques have not been used much in films. I liked it a lot. Bethlehem Kudumba Unit opened during the Onam season and went on to become a major box-office success. Directed by Girish AD, the romantic comedy also features Sangeeth Prathap, Vinay Forrt, Suresh Krishna, Bindu Panicker, Srinda and others. The film’s screenplay was written by Girish AD and Kiran Josey.
He said, “In Bethlehem, the re-creation scene based on Mamitha’s photograph is my favourite.
