Malayalam Films Releasing This Week — Best

Avoid spoilers for Edakkad Batch . And bring a handkerchief to Panthalakkodu Pattu —not for tears, but to wipe the sweat off your palms during the drum sequence.

Director: Ranjith Sankar Cast: Jayaram, Aishwarya Lekshmi, and Indrans malayalam films releasing this week

Which screen will you be in this weekend? Avoid spoilers for Edakkad Batch

Why Watch: Following the success of forensic dramas like Mukundan Unni Associates and Kooman , this film promises a tighter, dialogue-driven second half. Early reviews praise its non-linear narrative and a tense 12-minute single-shot climax. Why Watch: Following the success of forensic dramas

The Plot: Set in the late 90s, a feudal landlord (Jayaram) who despises modern music is forced to sponsor the village’s annual Pooram percussion contest to save his family’s honor. Aishwarya plays his rebellious daughter who secretly forms a fusion band.

Director: Arun Chandran Cast: Asif Ali, Nyla Usha, and newcomer Shreya Menon