New Releases Malayalam May 2026

If there is one film that has broken the box office recently, it’s Aavesham . Fahadh Faasil delivers a career-defining performance as "Ranga," a flamboyant, larger-than-life Bangalore gangster. Unlike his usual intense roles, here he is hilarious, terrifying, and surprisingly lovable. The story follows three college freshers who hire Ranga to deal with bullies, only to realize they have awakened a beast they cannot control.

Perfect for families and fans of soft, sentimental dramas. Bring tissues. 3. Jai Ganesh Genre: Mystery / Social Drama Director: Ranjith Sankar Cast: Unni Mukundan, Mahima Nambiar

A stress-buster. Go with zero expectations for a good laugh. 5. Pavi Caretaker Genre: Dark Comedy / Character Study Director: Vineeth Kumar Cast: Dileep (Pepe), Johny Antony new releases malayalam

A pure theatrical experience. The music by Sushin Shyam (especially the track Illuminati ) is already an anthem. Don't miss it. 2. Varshangalkku Shesham (After the Eras) Genre: Romantic Drama / Period Director: Vineeth Sreenivasan Cast: Pranav Mohanlal, Dhyan Sreenivasan, Kalyani Priyadarshan, Nivin Pauly (Cameo)

Unni Mukundan is on a roll post Malikappuram . In Jai Ganesh , he plays a detective who is also a wheelchair user. The film tackles the sensitive topic of disability without being preachy, wrapping it in a gripping mystery about a missing person. It is a tight, 2-hour procedural that respects the audience's intelligence. If there is one film that has broken

A throwback to the classic Priyadarshan-style comedy of errors. The film revolves around three cousins who inherit a massive, dilapidated mansion with a catch—they must live together for a year. The resulting chaos involves a nosy neighbor, a ghost story, and a missing will. It is light-hearted, visually vibrant, and features fantastic comic timing from Shine Tom Chacko.

From high-octane action thrillers to poignant family dramas, here are the must-watch new Malayalam releases that have audiences talking. Genre: Action / Comedy / Gangster Director: Jithu Madhavan Cast: Fahadh Faasil, Hipzster, Mithun Jai Shankar The story follows three college freshers who hire

A solid OTT-style drama that works well in theaters. Great for thriller lovers. 4. Marivillin Gopurangal (The Colorful Mansions) Genre: Family / Comedy Director: Arun Bose Cast: Indrajith Sukumaran, Shine Tom Chacko, Sarjano Khalid