7 Malayalam Movies Releasing in 2025 We Are Eagerly Waiting For

Seven most anticipated Malayalam movies of 2025 that are generating buzz across the industry. From the much-awaited return of Mohanlal in ‘L2 Empuraan’ to gripping crime thrillers like ‘Identity’ and ‘Bazooka’, these films promise to captivate audiences and set new benchmarks in Malayalam cinema.
  • Amit Diwan
  • Editorial
  • Updated - 2024-12-14, 13:07 IST
Malayalam movies of 2025

The Malayalam film industry, once struggling to regain its footing, has found a strong resurgence in 2024. After a remarkable comeback in 2024 with blockbuster hits like 'Bramayugam', 'Manjummel Boys', and 'Premalu', the industry is set to continue its momentum with an exciting lineup of 2025 releases.

Malayalam Movies Releasing in 2025

L2 Empuraan

One of the most highly anticipated films in the Malayalam industry, ‘L2 Empuraan’ is set to bring together the talents of two powerhouse actors, Mohanlal and Prithviraj Sukumaran. Mohanlal will reprise his iconic role as Stephen Nedumpally, also known as Khureshi Abraam, in this sequel to the massive hit Lucifer. Directed by Prithviraj himself, the film promises to deliver more action, drama, and suspense. Set for release on March 27, 2025, ‘L2 Empuraan’ is undoubtedly one of the most awaited films of the year.

Rachel

Directed by debutante Anandhini Bala, ‘Rachel’ features Honey Rose in the lead role. The film's teaser has already captivated audiences with its intense portrayal of Rachel, offering a glimpse of what promises to be a gripping performance by the actress. Fans are excited about the release, which is expected to hit theatres soon.

Kathanar - The Wild Sorcerer

‘Kathanar - The Wild Sorcerer’ is a historical fantasy film directed by Rojinn Thomas. The movie stars Jayasurya and Anushka Shetty in pivotal roles. Produced by Gokulam Gopalan under Sree Gokulam Movies, this film is a high-concept project that blends mythology and fantasy. Set to be released in April 2025, ‘Kathanar’ is poised to offer a thrilling cinematic experience.

Dominic And The Ladies Purse

Directed by Gautham Menon, Dominic And The Ladies Purse is an investigative thriller featuring Mammootty in the lead role. Dr Neeraj Rajan and Dr Suresh Rajan wrote the screenplay, while Mammootty Kampany handled production. This much-awaited project is expected to be released in January 2025.

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Bazooka

‘Bazooka’ is an action thriller directed by Deeno Dennis, marking his directorial debut. Produced by Dolwin Kuriakose, Jinu V Abraham, Vikram Mehra, and Sidharth Anand Kumar, the film stars Mammootty in the lead role. The movie's official title was revealed in April 2023, and it's expected to hit theatres either in December 2024 or January 2025.

Identity

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Tovino Thomas teams up again with director duo Akhil Paul and Anas Khan for Identity, following their success with Forensic. In this upcoming crime thriller, Tovino plays Haran Shankar, an investigative officer. The film also marks the return of Trisha Krishnan to Malayalam cinema after a long break. ‘Identity’ is set for a January 2025 release and is expected to keep audiences on the edge of their seats.

Thudarum

Directed by Tharun Moorthy, ‘Thudarum’ is a family-comedy film featuring Mohanlal in the lead role. The movie's script has been penned by Tharun Moorthy and KR Sunil, with music by Jakes Bejoy. Produced by M Ranjith, Thudarum is slated for release on January 30, 2025. With Mohanlal's star power and a promising script, this film is expected to appeal to a broad audience.

As the Malayalam film industry continues to rise in prominence, 2025 is set to be a year of major releases that will further cement its place on the global cinematic map.

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