Upcoming Malayalam Movies In 2026 !!install!! May 2026

Upcoming Malayalam Movies in 2026 – Anticipated Releases

While official lineups for 2026 are still being announced, here are the expected major Malayalam releases based on current production schedules, announcements, and industry trends:

Confirmed / Likely 2026 Releases:

1. L2: Empuraan (Part 2) – Director: Prithviraj Sukumaran
   Starring Mohanlal, Prithviraj. The sequel to Lucifer, one of the most awaited Malayalam films ever. Expected mid-to-late 2026. upcoming malayalam movies in 2026

2. Bazooka – Director: Deeno Dennis
   Starring Mammootty. A high-action entertainer; filming is underway, likely for a 2026 release.

3. Ram (Part 1) – Director: Jeethu Joseph
   Starring Mohanlal. A trilogy starter; post-production expected to wrap in 2026.

4. Vilayath Buddha – Director: Jayaraj
   Starring Mammootty. A period drama; planned for a late 2026 release. Upcoming Malayalam Movies in 2026 – Anticipated Releases

5. Untitled Mahesh Narayan – Fahadh Faasil Project
   Expected 2026 release; genre rumored to be a satirical thriller.

Also in the pipeline (2026 or early 2027):

• Kaaliyan (Mohanlal – historical action)
• TTT (Tovino Thomas – action comedy)
• Otta (Dileep – rural drama)
• Narayaneente Moonnaanmakkal (second part, if greenlit)

Note: Release dates may shift. Official announcements from production houses (Aashirvad Cinemas, Mammootty Kampany, etc.) will confirm schedules in late 2025. L2: Empuraan (Part 2) – Director: Prithviraj Sukumaran

6. Mohanlal – Mahesh Narayanan Film

• Director: Mahesh Narayanan (Malik, Ariyippu)
• Starring: Mohanlal, Nimisha Sajayan
• The Buzz: Set entirely in a single high-tech newsroom during a 24-hour election cycle, this is a real-time political drama. Mohanlal plays a disgraced veteran journalist. Given Mahesh’s knack for realistic tension, expect less dancing and more claustrophobic, edge-of-the-seat dialogue.

Njandukalude Nattil Oru Meen 2 (November 2026)

Director: Althaf Salim
Starring: Nivin Pauly, Aishwarya Rajesh, Lal Jr.

The chaotic family that dealt with cancer with humor is back, dealing with empty nest syndrome. The parents (Nivin and Aishwarya) decide to become foster parents for a rebellious teenager. The title translates to "A Fish in the Land of Crabs: Part 2," and the comedy is derived from generational misunderstandings. This marks Nivin Pauly’s attempt to return to his Premam era fanbase after a few experimental failures.

Ormakal (January 2026)

Starring: Fahadh Faasil, Parvathy Thiruvothu Director: Sanal Kumar (Debut)

A black-and-white romance-thriller shot entirely on an iPhone 17 Pro. The film deals with a couple who lose their memory simultaneously but fall in love again under false identities. Fahadh plays a double role for the first time in his career. This is the wildcard entry for the National Film Awards.

A. Follow Production Houses

• Notable Banners to watch:
  • Malayalam Motion Pictures (MMP)
  • Netflix India (streaming Malayalam originals like Savira and Jai Bheem in the future).
  • Sujith Vijayan’s films (e.g., follow his post-Ookala projects).
• Directors to Watch:
  • Madhu C. Kaimal (known for gritty films).
  • Anjali Menon (for her character-driven narratives).
  • Kanakapalathu Mohanan (experimental films).