The second week of July brings an incredibly exciting mix of movies to the Kerala box office! Whether you are a hardcore fan of intense thrillers, pure Bollywood comedy, massive Hollywood magic, or deep Malayalam nostalgia, this weekend (July 9-10, 2026) has something truly special for you.
While last week saw a lot of heavy rain and smaller independent releases, this Friday is packed with high-budget films and pure star power. We have exactly 7 new movie releases hitting the screens across Kerala. The language breakdown is perfectly balanced: 2 Malayalam movies, 1 Tamil movie, 1 Hindi blockbuster, and 3 English international films.
💡 Did You Know? (Box Office Trivia)
- A Historic Malayalam Re-Release: The legendary 1989 Mohanlal classic Kireedam is finally re-releasing in fully remastered 4K quality! This is a massive treat for Kerala fans to experience Sethumadhavan’s highly emotional story on the big screen once again.
- Moana Comes to Life: Exactly a decade after the famous animated movie was released, Disney’s Moana is here in live-action! Global superstar Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is returning to play the role of the mighty demigod Maui in real life.
Let’s check out the completely verified BookMyShow list of this week’s releases, including their cast and genres. Get ready to book your tickets, grab some popcorn, and enjoy a fantastic cinematic weekend!
Malayalam Releases (Thrillers & Nostalgia)
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Release Date: 9 July 2026
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Genre: Crime / Action Thriller
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Main Cast: Prithviraj Sukumaran, Parvathy Thiruvothu, Ashokan, Lukman Avaran
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Description: Directed by Nisam Basheer (of Rorschach fame), this highly anticipated movie tells the gripping story of an ordinary man falsely accused of a major bank heist. The film features intense drama, high-stakes suspense, and a brilliant musical score.
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Tip: A must-watch for Prithviraj fans! The movie has already opened to very strong reviews and great box-office collections.
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Release Date: 10 July 2026
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Genre: Classic Family Drama
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Main Cast: Mohanlal, Thilakan, Parvathy
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Description: Experience the legendary 1989 classic directed by Sibi Malayil in stunning, fully remastered 4K resolution and upgraded Dolby sound quality.
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Tip: If you love classic Malayalam cinema, do not miss the rare chance to see Mohanlal’s National Award-winning acting on a giant theater screen!
The Major Tamil Release
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Release Date: 10 July 2026
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Genre: Romantic Drama
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Main Cast: Atharvaa, Kayadu Lohar, Preity Mukhundhan
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Description: A beautiful coming-of-age romantic drama about a young man returning from New York and recalling his past college days and failed love stories. Keep an eye out for a very special cameo appearance by Malayalam superstar Fahadh Faasil!
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Tip: A perfect, breezy weekend choice for youth audiences and lovers of great romantic music (composed by Thaman S).
The Big Hindi Blockbuster
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Release Date: 10 July 2026
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Genre: Adventure / Comedy
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Main Cast: Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi, Jaaved Jaaferi
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Description: The crazy boys are back! In the highly awaited fourth part of this blockbuster Bollywood franchise, the gang goes on a hilarious treasure hunt called the “Treasure of Life,” leading to massive, non-stop misadventures.
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Tip: The ultimate stress-buster of the week. Book this immediately if you want to laugh out loud with your entire family.
English International Cinema
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Release Date: 10 July 2026
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Genre: Fantasy / Musical Adventure
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Main Cast: Catherine Lagaʻaia, Dwayne Johnson
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Description: Disney brings its beloved oceanic adventure to real life! Follow Moana and the demigod Maui on a visually stunning journey across the sea to save her people.
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Tip: The absolute best family and kids’ movie this weekend. Try to watch it on a large IMAX screen for the best oceanic visuals.
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Release Date: 10 July 2026
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Genre: Horror / Gore
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Main Cast: International Cast
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Description: The legendary horror franchise returns with another terrifying, blood-soaked chapter filled with demonic possessions and pure survival terror.
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Tip: Strictly for hardcore horror lovers. Weak-hearted viewers should definitely stay away!
The Invite
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Release Date: 10 July 2026
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Genre: Suspense Thriller / Horror
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Main Cast: International Cast
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Description: A very dark and gripping Hollywood suspense movie about a harmless party invitation that quickly turns into a deadly, inescapable nightmare.
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Tip: A great late-night watch for multiplex audiences who heavily enjoy psychological thrills.
Conclusion
This second week of July (July 9-10) offers a fantastic variety of cinema. You can experience deep thrills with Prithviraj’s I, Nobody, relive the magical nostalgia of Kireedam 4K, laugh out loud with Dhamaal 4, or take your kids to see Moana. Grab your tickets easily through BookMyShow, support good movies, and have a beautiful, entertaining weekend at the Kerala theaters!
