1 Malayalam films of 1978 ranked by box office. #1: Thacholi Ambu (₹1 crore).
| # | Film | Lead | Director | Budget | Box office | Multiple |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thacholi Ambu | Navodaya Appachan | ₹30 lakh | ₹1 crore | 3.33x |
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