Malayalam Films Releasing - This Week

Why Watch: This is vintage Ranjith Sankar—small-town emotions with a big heart. The film’s selling point is a 20-minute percussion face-off ( thayambaka ) choreographed by Mattannur Sankarankutty Marar. Expect heavy applause for Indrans’ comic turn as the tone-deaf assistant.

As the post-weekend lull fades, Mollywood is back at the box office with a slate that promises a little something for everyone. This week (April 14–20, 2026), three distinct voices enter the fray—ranging from a quirky investigative thriller to a family drama laced with nostalgia, and an experimental indie that has already stirred festival whispers. malayalam films releasing this week

Why Watch: This is the week’s wildcard. It’s not for the mainstream. But if you admire the festival-era works of Lijo Jose Pellissery or Jallikattu , this is a jarring, sound-design-heavy experience. Fahadh’s disembodied narration is reportedly the best voice work of his career. As the post-weekend lull fades, Mollywood is back

Why Watch: Following the success of forensic dramas like Mukundan Unni Associates and Kooman , this film promises a tighter, dialogue-driven second half. Early reviews praise its non-linear narrative and a tense 12-minute single-shot climax. It’s not for the mainstream