Upcoming Malayalam Movies In 2026 Now

Malayalam cinema is set for a historic 2026, headlined by the long-awaited reunion of legends Mammootty and Mohanlal in the high-stakes thriller Patriot. Following a successful 2025, the industry is doubling down on massive pan-Indian projects, beloved sequels, and experimental genre-benders that continue to push Mollywood's global reach. The Main Event: Patriot (Releasing May 1, 2026)

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As of now, the Malayalam film industry hasn’t publicly announced specific project details for the 2026 calendar. However, here’s a structured guide to help you stay updated on upcoming Malayalam movies in the coming years, including 2026: Malayalam cinema is set for a historic 2026,

July – The "New Wave" Goes Sci-Fi

• Mohanlal – Mahabharata (The Randamoozham Project): For years, the adaptation of M.T. Vasudevan Nair’s seminal novel Randamoozham has been in discussion. By 2026, this ambitious project—envisioned as a two-part film retelling the Mahabharata through the eyes of Bhima—is anticipated to finally see the light of day. With a budget projected to be among the highest in Indian cinema history, this film represents a quantum leap for Malayalam cinema's technical capabilities.
• The "Big Budget" Mohanlal-Jeethu Joseph Action Thriller: Following the massive success of Drishyam and Ram, the duo of Mohanlal and director Jeethu Joseph has teased a massive, globe-trotting action thriller. While Ram: Part 2 is expected earlier, their next collaboration, touted as an action spectacle, is currently slotted for a potential late 2025 or early 2026 release.