Mohanlal offers fans a peek inside FIFA World Cup 2026 final in New Jersey
New Jersey, July 20
Malayalam superstar Mohanlal joined thousands of football fans at the FIFA World Cup 2026 final in New Jersey on Sunday and shared a video capturing the vibrant atmosphere from the stadium, where Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 after extra time.
Taking to Instagram, the veteran actor posted a video as thousands of supporters filled the stadium before kick-off.
In the clip, Mohanlal encouraged football fans to enjoy the spectacle.
Sharing the video on social media, he wrote, "The stadium is buzzing. Can't wait for kickoff. #FIFAWorldCup."
Spain defeated defending champions Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final at MetLife Stadium, with substitute Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal in the 106th minute to secure La Roja's second World Cup title.
The World Cup final also featured a star-studded halftime show, with performances by global music icons Shakira, Madonna, BTS and Justin Bieber, adding to the spectacle.
Meanwhile, veteran actor Mohanlal was seen in 'Drishyam 3', which marks the third and final chapter in the acclaimed 'Drishyam' trilogy, directed and written by Jeethu Joseph.
Released globally on May 21, 2026, the Malayalam crime drama thriller opened to a strong audience response and impressive box office collections. Mohanlal reprises his iconic role as Georgekutty in the film.
The 'Drishyam' series follows Georgekutty and his family, who come under suspicion after the son of a senior police officer goes missing. The first two films earned widespread acclaim for their gripping storytelling and unexpected twists, helping the franchise gain a massive following across India.
The original 'Drishyam' was released in 2013, followed by 'Drishyam 2' in 2021. The franchise's popularity also led to remakes in several languages, including Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu.
— ANI
Reader Comments
As a football fan from the US, it’s great to see an Indian actor sharing the vibe at MetLife Stadium. Spain’s win was well-deserved, and that halftime show with Shakira and BTS was epic! Mohanlal seems like a genuine guy, enjoying the game like any other fan. 🏆⚽
Love how Mohanlal sir is balancing his busy schedule—promoting Drishyam 3 and still catching the World Cup final! The video gave me goosebumps; it’s amazing to see him so passionate about football. India needs more stars like him who appreciate global sports. Drishyam series is a treasure for Indian cinema. ❤️
Honestly, while Mohanlal is a great actor, I wish he’d focus more on promoting regional cinema instead of just posting from abroad. The World Cup is exciting, but our football scene in India needs more attention. Still, his success with Drishyam is well-deserved; the franchise is a gold standard for thriller films.
The combination of football and cinema! Mohanlal sir is truly a global icon now. Can’t imagine the atmosphere at that stadium—Shakira, Madonna, BTS all performing! And Drishyam 3 breaking records? Just wow. As a Malayali, I feel proud seeing our superstar living it up on the world stage. 🙌⚽
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