Malayalam cinema is set for a busy Friday on September 25, 2026, with several new films scheduled to arrive in theatres. The lineup includes crime thrillers, horror mysteries, fantasy science fiction and comedy-thrillers. Among the notable releases are Aaram, Dhoomakethu, Amanushikam and Orijinal, giving Malayalam audiences a diverse selection this week.
Aaram
Aaram is an investigative crime thriller starring Saiju Kurup in the lead role. Directed by Rajeesh Parameswaran, the film follows an honest police officer whose life takes an unexpected turn as he becomes involved in a gripping investigation. The cast includes Siddique, Askar Ali, Anju Kurian, Sudheesh, Unni Lalu, Ajit Koshy, Manoj K U, Shaheen Siddique, Appunni Sasi, Meera Vasudevan and Surabhi Santhosh, among others. The film is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on September 25.
Dhoomakethu
Dhoomakethu brings together Sajin Gopu and Nikhila Vimal in the lead roles. Directed by Sudhi Maddison, the film combines mystery, comedy and time-travel elements. Shine Tom Chacko, Siddharth Bharathan and Ganapathi S Poduval are also part of the cast. The story follows a newly married man who becomes trapped in a strange and potentially deadly time loop, forcing him to search for answers while repeatedly experiencing the same events.
Amanushikam
For horror fans, Amanushikam is another September 25 theatrical release. The horror-mystery thriller stars Joemon Joshy and Anmery Roy, with Rajesh Paravoor, Kiran Raj, Kodasanad Kanakam, Kobra Rajesh, Nandha Kishore and Saju Navodaya in supporting roles. Directed by Nidhish K Nair, the film revolves around mysterious supernatural events connected to a vengeful spirit and a village legend.
Orijinal
Orijinal is a Malayalam fantasy science-fiction thriller directed by Ramees. The movie stars Sreenath Bhasi and Abhiram Radhakrishnan, alongside Rajesh Madhavan, Binu Pappu, Femina George, Saaf Boi and Sreekanth Vettiyar. The film combines fantasy, science fiction and thriller elements, with its story built around unusual timelines and identity. It is also scheduled for theatrical release on September 25.
With four distinctly different films arriving on the same date, September 25 promises a varied Malayalam movie lineup, spanning police investigations, time loops, supernatural mysteries and science-fiction thrills.
