Malayalam cinema is planning an exciting list of releases for 2026. With many big titles expected to hit the theaters this upcoming summer, here’s a look at the Malayalam movies worth watching.
6 Malayalam movies likely to release in summer 2026
1. Drishyam 3
- Mould: Mohanlal, Meena, Ansiba Hassan, Esther Anil, Asha Sharath, Siddique, Shanti Mayadevi, Irshad Ali, Ganesh Kumar, Murali Gopi
- Director: jeetu joseph
- Style: crime thriller drama
Drishyam 3, starring Mohanlal in the lead role, is expected to release in theaters in summer 2026. The upcoming crime-thriller sequel once again follows the story of Georgekutty, exploring a new chapter in his and his family’s life after the trials he faced in the first two instalments.
Having escaped legal consequences twice, will he once again manage to save his family, and if so, how?
Interestingly, the makers have recently completed shooting Mohanlal’s portion for the film, the post-production of which is likely to begin soon.
2. Me, no one
- Mould: Prithviraj Sukumaran, Parvathy Thiruvothu
- Director: Nisam Bashir
- Style: socio-political dacoity action
After the success of Mammootty-starrer Rorschach, director Nisam Bashir is directing I, Nobody, starring Prithviraj Sukumaran in the lead role.
The upcoming film is said to be a mix of action, heist and socio-political elements, co-produced by Supriya Menon under Prithviraj Productions. The film is expected to be completed soon, with a likely release around April–May 2026.
Reportedly, I was initially cast with actor Dileep, but eventually settled with Prithviraj. Recently, Parvathy completed her portion of the film, reuniting with the Vilayath Buddha actor after Ennu Ninte Moideen, Koode and My Story.
3. Tiki Taka
- Mould: Asif Ali, Lukman Awaran, Naslane, Vamiqa Gabbi, Sanchana Natraj
- Director: Rohit VS
- Style: action thriller
Asif Ali starrer Tiki Taka has been in production for quite some time and is touted to be an action thriller unlike anything seen before in Malayalam cinema. Although further details have been kept under wraps, the film, which was initially expected to release in December 2025, has been moved to 2026.
Recently, the makers unveiled the first-look poster, which shows the ensemble cast in silhouette while showcasing a large-scale action spectacle.
4. Peach 3
- Mould: Jayasuriya, Saiju Kurup, Vinayakan, Vijay Babu, Sunny Wayne, Dharmajan Bolgatty, Bhagat Manuel, Indrans, Renji Panikkar
- Director: Midhun Manuel Thomas
- Style: epic fantasy comic adventure
After the success of Aadu and Aadu 2, the team has reunited for the third installment titled Aadu 3. The final film of the trilogy is expected to take a different path within the comedy genre and explore an epic new premise.
As the adventure continues, the lead cast, including Jayasurya, Saiju Kurup, Vinayakan, Vijay Babu, Sunny Wayne, Dharmajan Bolgatty, Bhagat Manuel and others return to reprise their roles with new additions.
5. Untitled Nivin Pauly Film
- Mould: Nivin Pauly, Ann Augustine, Balachandra Menon
- Director: B. Unnikrishnan
- Style: political thriller drama
Nivin Pauly and director B. Unnikrishnan are collaborating for the first time for an untitled political thriller. Production began with a puja ceremony in September 2025, and the project is expected to begin large-scale operations.
With the shooting of the film expected to be completed soon, the makers are likely to target a summer 2026 release.
6. Patriot
- Mould: Mammootty, Mohanlal, Fahadh Faasil, Nayanthara, Kunchacko Boban, Darshan Rajendran, Revathi
- Director: Mahesh Narayanan
- Style: spy action drama
Patriot, starring Mammootty in the lead, is expected to release in Vishu 2026 (April). Directed by Take Off fame Mahesh Narayanan, the film is a huge multistarrer starring Mohanlal, Fahadh Faasil, Kunchacko Boban, Nayanthara and others in lead roles.
With filming reportedly in its final stages, the film is likely to retain its summer 2026 release window.
The films mentioned above are currently speculated to be released between March and May next year and are subject to change depending on the production schedule.
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