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The current month is dominated by superstar power and massive franchise conclusions:

Arguably the most anticipated sequel in Indian cinema, Drishyam 3 sees Mohanlal return as Georgekutty. Directed by Jeethu Joseph, the film has received a U/A 13+ certificate and promises a darker narrative as the protagonist's past catches up with him.

A midnight thriller featuring Navya Nair and Soubin Shahir. Looking Ahead: Upcoming 2026 Slate Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org

Directed by Arun Anirudhan, this energetic campus drama stars Tovino Thomas and Basil Joseph, centered around a rivalry born from a banned college festival. malayalam new releases

While we wait for the official pan-Indian announcement, Fahadh Faasil is quietly doing what he does best: choosing scripts that give us nightmares. His latest release (a courtroom psychodrama set in the 90s) sees him playing a lawyer with Tourette’s syndrome. The first ten minutes have no dialogue—just Fahadh’s eyes doing the talking. There is a single shot interval block that is already going viral for its technical brilliance.

A fantasy horror-comedy starring Nivin Pauly that released directly to OTT in early 2026.

Malayalam cinema, popularly known as Mollywood, continues its streak of delivering grounded yet technically superior narratives in 2026. The year has already seen massive hits like Vaazha II: Biopic of a Billion Bros and the fantasy-comedy Aadu 3 . The current month is dominated by superstar power

Based on worldwide gross and critical reception, several early-year releases have set high benchmarks: Worldwide Gross (Approx.) Vaazha II: Biopic of a Billion Bros Emotional Drama ₹235 crore Aadu 3 Fantasy Comedy ₹119 crore Patriot Spy Thriller ₹72 crore Bharathanatyam 2 Mohiniyattam Dance Drama ₹50 crore Chatha Pacha Action Comedy ₹35.51 crore

The 2026 calendar features highly anticipated sequels and original dramas from established stars and emerging filmmakers: : Set for release on April 14, 2026. : Expected in theaters on May 13, 2026. Toxic: A Fairy Tale For Grown-ups : A notable crossover project arriving June 3, 2026. Nagabandham: The Secret Treasure : A fantasy adventure scheduled for July 2, 2026. The Paradise : Slated for an August 2026 premiere. Latest OTT Premieres (February – April 2026)

Malayalam cinema, commonly known as Mollywood, continues to push creative boundaries with a strong lineup of theatrical and OTT releases scheduled for early to mid-2026. Upcoming Theatrical Releases Looking Ahead: Upcoming 2026 Slate Wikipediahttps://en

Fresh off the success of the cult classic Premalu , the makers are back with a spiritual successor that captures the angst of Malayali millennials stuck between GCC jobs and artistic dreams. Early reviews from the UAE premieres suggest that the film is less about romance and more about the chaotic friendship that survives three layovers and a lost visa. Because we all need a laugh that doesn’t rely on slapstick, but on situational cringe .

Stay tuned for next week’s deep dive into the Mollywood OTT releases that are skipping theaters entirely.

An intense cartel war action-thriller starring Antony Varghese. It is notable for its high technical quality, having been shot on the Sony VENICE 2 in 8.6K. Top Malayalam Movies of 2026 (So Far)

This underground wrestling comedy, featuring a cameo by Mammootty, is available on Netflix .