Are you excited about the latest upcoming Malayalam movies that are set to hit the screens? Well, you're in for a treat! From action-packed thrillers to heartwarming dramas, the Malayalam film industry is gearing up to offer some stellar releases in 2025. Whether you're a fan of Mammootty's intense performances or Mohanlal's charismatic presence, there's something for everyone.
This year promises to bring a mix of genres and stories that will keep you glued to your screens. Imagine watching Mammootty in Dominic And The Ladies Purse or catching the much-awaited sequel L2: Empuraan. With top-notch directors like Gautham Menon and Prithviraj Sukumaran steering these projects, it's no wonder fans are buzzing with anticipation.
So, why wait? Let’s dive into the details of these exciting upcoming releases and find out what makes them a must-watch.
1. Dominic And The Ladies Purse
Releasing Date: 23 January 2025
Dominic And The Ladies Purse is one of the Upcoming Malayalam Movies helmed by Gautham Menon, featuring Mammootty in the main role. The screenplay of the film is collaboratively written by Dr. Neeraj Rajan and Dr. Suresh Rajan, with production handled by Mammootty Kampany.
The supporting cast features Gokul Suresh, Vineeth, Lena, Siddique, and Vijay Babu. Vishnu Dev takes care of the cinematography, Anthony manages the editing, and Darbuka Siva creates the soundtrack.
2. Thudarum
Releasing Date: 30 January 2025
Thudarum is one of the comedic Upcoming Malayalam Movies directed by Tharun Moorthy, starring Mohanlal in the main role. The film is produced by M. Ranjith and penned by Tharun Moorthy and KR Sunil. The plot reunites well-known personalities, particularly Mohanlal and Shobana, who last appeared together in Sagar Alias Jacky Reloaded (2009), generating enthusiasm among fans looking forward to their cherished pair coming back together.
This signifies Mohanlal’s inaugural partnership with Tharun Moorthy, who has gained recognition for his earlier films since starting his directing career in 2021. The movie showcases Shajikumar as the director of photography, capturing vivid imagery, while Nishad Yusuf and Shafeeq V. B. oversee the editing, maintaining a concise, well-timed storyline. The soundtrack for Thudarum is created by Jakes Bejoy, enriching the film's emotional and humorous scenes with added depth.
3. L2: Empuraan
Expectedly Releasing Date: 27 March 2025
'L2: Empuraan' is one of the Upcoming Malayalam Movies helmed by Prithviraj Sukumaran. The movie stars Mohanlal, Manju Warrier, Prithviraj, Tovino Thomas, and Indrahith Sukumaran in the main roles. Penning the script is Murali Gopy, and the movie serves as a follow-up to Prithviraj's first directorial effort, 'Lucifer'.
The movie is set to be produced with an overall budget of Rs 400 crore, signifying the third partnership between Mohanlal and Sukumaran following Bro Daddy and Lucifer. The movie is co-produced by Antony Perumbavoor, Vijay Kirgandur, and Supriya Menon under the banners of Aashirvad Cinemas, Hombale Films, and Prithviraj Productions. Music for the film was composed by Deepak Dev. Sujith Vaassudev takes care of the cinematography.
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4. Bazooka
Expectedly Releasing Date: 14 February 2025
Bazooka is one of the Upcoming Malayalam Movies, penned and helmed by Deeno Dennis. The film Bazooka features Mammootty in the main role. The movie is created by Jun Abraham, Siddharth Anand Kumar, Dolwin Kuriakose, and Vikram Mehra under the labels of Theatre of Dreams and Yoodlee Films.
In addition to Mammootty, Bazooka includes Tamil director Gautham Vasudev Menon, Siddharth Bharathan, Shine Tom Chacko, VK Prakash, Vasisht Umesh, and Bhama Arun. Nimish Ravi was responsible for the cinematography, whereas Nishadh Yusuf took care of the editing. The soundtrack for the film was created by Midhun Mukundan.
5. Kathanar - The Wild Sorcerer
Expectedly Releasing Date: April 2025
The fantasy thriller drama "Kathanar - The Wild Sorcerer" draws inspiration from the true story of Kadamattathu Kathanar, a mythical priest from Kerala believed to have lived in Kadamattom and held supernatural powers.
National State Award recipient, Jayasurya will portray the lead character in the film. With a substantial budget, Kathnar is a pan-Indian and one of the upcoming Malayalam movies, set to be launched in seven distinct languages.
6. Get Set Baby
Expectedly Releasing Date: February 2025
Get Set Baby is one of the Upcoming Malayalam Movies directed by Vinay Govind. The movie stars Unnimukundan and Nikhila Vimal in leading roles. The screenplay of the film is expertly written by Anoop Ravindran and YV Rajesh.
While the production is adeptly handled by Sajiv Soman, Suunil Jaiin, Prakshali Jain, and Sam George, in partnership with Skanda Cinemas and Kingsmen LLP. The cinematography is skillfully managed by Alex J Pulickal, the musical score is crafted by Sam CS, while filmmaker Mahesh Narayanan oversees the editing process.
With such an exciting lineup of upcoming Malayalam movies, 2025 is set to be a fantastic year for cinema lovers. Mark your calendars and get ready to be entertained!
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