Upcoming Malayalam New Release Movies in Theaters in December 2025, Date and Cast

HAAL (MALAYALAM) (UA 16+)

Release Date: 2-1-2026

Starring: Sakshi Vaidya, Shane Nigam Johny Antony, Joy Mathew

Director: Veera

Synopsis: The heartfelt story of an interfaith couple whose love faces resistance from their families and society, highlighting the struggles and challenges they endure to be together.

THE RAJA SAAB (TELUGU) (T.B.A)

Release Date: 9-1-2026

Starring: Prabhas

Director: Maruthi Dasari

Synopsis: A young heir embraces both his royal heritage and rebellious spirit as he rises to power, establishing unprecedented rules during his reign as Raja Saab.

PENNU CASE (MALAYALAM) (T.B.A)

Release Date: 16-1-2026

Starring: Nikhila Vimal, Aki Varghese, Irshad

Director: Febin Sidharth

Synopsis: Synopsis not available

CHATHA PACHA: THE RING OF ROWDIES (MALAYALAM) (T.B.A)

Release Date: 22-1-2026

Starring: Arjun Ashokan, Roshan Mathew, Vishak Nair, Ishan Shoukath, Carmen S Mathew

Director: Adhavaith Nayar

Synopsis: A Kochi-based wrestling film inspired by WWE, where a group of misfits, ex-convicts, and outcasts come together to form a wrestling club that quickly gains attention and rekindles old rivalries. As they push themselves to create larger-than-life personas and deliver electrifying matches, their personal battles and past grudges begin to resurface.

VALATHU VASHATHE KALLAN (MALAYALAM) (T.B.A)

Release Date: 30-1-2026

Starring: Biju Menon, Joju George

Director: Jeethu Joseph

Synopsis: When Samuel Josephs life spirals out of control, he draws veteran Circle Inspector Antony Xavier into a high-stakes case. Now, Antony must race against time to uncover the truth.

DHURANDHAR 2 (HINDI) (T.B.A)

Release Date: 19-3-2026

Starring: Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, R Madhavan, Sara Arjun

Director: Aditya Dhar

Synopsis: Synopsis not available

PEDDI (TELUGU) (T.B.A)

Release Date: 27-3-2026

Starring: Ram Charan, Dr.Shiva Rajkumar, Janhvi Kapoor, Jagapati Babu

Director: Buchi Babu Sana

Synopsis: In 1980s rural Andhra Pradesh, A spirited villager unites his community through sports to defend their pride against a powerful rival.

GOODCHARI 2 (TELUGU) (T.B.A)

Release Date: 1-5-2026

Starring: Adivi Sesh, Emraan Hashmi

Director: Vinay Kumar Sirigineedi

Synopsis: G2 (Goodachari 2) is a Telugu movie starring Adivi Sesh in a prominent role. It is an action thriller directed by Vinay Kumar Sirigineedi.

RAJA SHIVAJI (MARATHI) (T.B.A)

Release Date: 1-5-2026

Starring: Jyoti Deshpande, Riteish Deshmukh, Genelia Deshmukh

Director: Riteish Deshmukh

Synopsis: Raja Shivaji, a captivating bilingual film, features Riteish Deshmukh in a leading role and marks his directorial debut.

As we wrap up this cinematic journey, we've explored a diverse array of films that showcase the vibrant storytelling of Indian cinema. From the heartwarming tale of love in HAAL to the royal ambitions of THE RAJA SAAB, each movie offers a unique perspective and emotional depth. PENNU CASE and VALATHU VASHATHE KALLAN promise gripping narratives that keep you on the edge of your seat, while the wrestling drama CHATHA PACHA invites you to cheer for the underdogs. Don't miss the community spirit depicted in PEDDI or the thrilling action of GOODCHARI 2. With something for every taste, these films are worth a watch. Dive into these stories and discover the magic of cinema that transcends boundaries!