Onam 2025 Movie Releases: Four Malayalam Films To Watch This Festive Season

This Onam, Malayalam cinema promises a spectacular cinematic feast, with four highly anticipated films ready to hit theatres in Kerala. Ranging from superhero thrillers and heartwarming family dramas to romantic comedies, this festive season is shaping up to be a treat for film lovers of all ages.

Hridayapoorvam

Hridayapoorvam, directed by Sathyan Anthikad, marks a long-awaited reunion with actor Mohanlal, following their last collaboration in 2015. Produced by Antony Perumbavoor’s Aashirvad Cinemas, the film is a family drama that blends humour, emotion, and relatability, exploring the life of an ordinary man.

Cast and Crew:

• Mohanlal as Sandeep Balakrishnan

• Malavika Mohanan as Haritha

• Sangeeth Prathap as Jerry Thomas

• Sangita Madhavan Nair as Deepa Pradeep

• Siddique as Shivaraman

• Lalu Alex as Mathews Koshy

• Janardhanan as Gopikrishnan Nair

• Baburaj as Francis Michael

• Special appearances: Meera Jasmine, Basil Joseph

Cinematography is handled by Anu Moothedath, editing by K. Rajagopal, and music composed by Justin Prabhakaran. Filming took place in Kochi and Pune, with the production incorporating contemporary sync sound technology for the first time in a Mohanlal film. Release date: 28 August 2025.

Odum Kuthira Chaadum Kuthira

Odum Kuthira Chaadum Kuthira (English title: Who Let the Horse Out?) is a romantic comedy written and directed by Althaf Salim, produced under Ashiq Usman Productions. The story follows Aby, jilted at his wedding, as he navigates unexpected companionship, love, and self-discovery.

Cast and Crew:

• Fahadh Faasil

• Kalyani Priyadarshan

• Revathi Pillai

• Dhyan Sreenivasan

• Lal

• Vinay Forrt

  Music is composed by Justin Varghese. Filming took place in Ernakulam, Chennai, and Bengaluru. Release date: 29 August 2025.

Lokah Chapter: 1 Chandra – A New Superhero Universe

Lokah Chapter: 1 Chandra introduces a female superhero to Malayalam cinema and serves as the first chapter of the Wayfarer Cinematic Universe.

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Produced by Dulquer Salmaan under Wayfarer Films and directed by Dominic Arun, the film blends action, folklore, and fantasy with a contemporary cinematic approach.

Cast and Crew:

• Kalyani Priyadarshan as Chandra

• Naslen as Sunny

• Sandy Master as Inspector Nachiyappa Gowda

• Arun Kurian as Naijil

• Chandu Salimkumar as Venu

• Nishanth Sagar, Raghunath Paleri, Vijayaraghavan, Nithya Shri, Sarath Sabha

• Cameos: Dulquer Salmaan, Tovino Thomas, Sunny Wayne

Cinematography by Nimish Ravi, editing by Chaman Chakko, music by Jakes Bejoy, action choreography by Yannick Ben, and costume design by Melwy J. with Archana Akhil Rao. The film’s promo song, Thani Lokah Murakkaari, marks Jyoti Nooran’s Malayalam singing debut. Release date: 28 August 2025.

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Maine Pyar Kiya

Maine Pyar Kiya is a youthful romantic comedy thriller featuring fresh faces, witty dialogues, and modern storytelling. Produced by Sanju Unnithan under Spire Productions, the film explores contemporary relationships with energy, romance, and suspense.

Cast and Crew:

• Hridhu Haroon (Lead)

• Preity Mukundhan (Lead)

• Supporting cast includes urban ensembles across Kerala

The film promises a playful, fast-paced narrative with vibrant visuals and music that resonates with younger audiences. Release date: 29 August 2025.