Upcoming Malayalam Movies In 2026 !!link!! -
The film that fans have been begging for since Big B (2007) is finally here. After nearly two decades of development hell, Bilal locks in a Christmas 2026 release. The film is a spiritual sequel following Bilal John Kurishingal, an aging gangster who is pulled back into the underworld to protect his niece. Mammootty is reportedly undergoing a specific physical transformation to bridge the gap between the younger version seen in Big B and the grizzled veteran of 2026. Expect slow-motion walks, neon-lit frames, and a background score that will shake theater speakers. Mundrothuruth: Chapter 2 (October 2026) Director: Lijo Jose Pellissery Starring: Fahadh Faasil, Chemban Vinod Jose, Anaswara Rajan
Following the colossal success of Ram Part 1 (released late 2025), the conclusion is slated for a summer 2026 release. Unlike the slow-burn investigation of the first part, sources indicate that Ram Part 2 will be a high-octane action thriller. Mohanlal’s character, an ex-RAW agent with a mysterious past, goes rogue on an international scale. With filming schedules set in Georgia and Serbia, this is expected to be one of the most expensive , with a budget exceeding ₹120 crores. Bilal (December 2026) Director: Amal Neerad Starring: Mammootty, Kalyani Priyadarshan, Dileesh Pothan upcoming malayalam movies in 2026
We are looking at a rare year where the old guard (Mohanlal and Mammootty) are not just making cameos but leading mega-franchises, while the new wave (Fahadh, Tovino, Asif Ali) are pushing narrative boundaries. The year will be defined by two things: the box office clash between Ram Part 2 and Bilal , and whether the sequels can live up to the legacy of their predecessors. The film that fans have been begging for
The investigative procedural that shocked audiences returns. Set in the late 1990s, the sequel follows CI Anand Narayanan as he tackles a cold case involving missing children in the Idukki forests. The film promises no background music during investigation scenes to maintain authentic silence, a technique that worked brilliantly in the first film. Asif Ali is quickly becoming the face of the Malayalam neo-noir genre, and this film could cement his legacy. Director: Jeethu Joseph Starring: Mohanlal, Meena, Siddique Unlike the slow-burn investigation of the first part,
Yes, you read that right. While Drishyam 3 is scheduled for a 2025 OTT release, the fourth installment is planned for a theatrical release in late 2026. The story takes a generational turn. Georgekutty’s daughter is now a lawyer, attempting to free her father from the psychological prison he has built for himself. However, a new police chief, who was a trainee under Geetha Prabhakar, reopens the case using forensic genealogy. Mohanlal has described the script as "a masterclass in ego versus intellect." Sudani from Nigeria 2 (August 2026) Director: Zakariya Mohammed Starring: Soubin Shahir, Samuel Abiola Robinson