Interestingly, Bollywood has completely skipped this weekend, so there are no new Hindi releases.

Let’s look at the complete list of movies released this week, their short plots, and some quick tips on what you should watch!

The Malayalam Lineup: 6 Movies, But Only 1 Big Buzz!

Usually, when six Malayalam movies release together on a Friday, fans get confused. However, this week is quite different. Out of the 6 movies releasing today, only one movie has been heavily advertised and well-promoted: Masthishka Maranam. The other five are smaller releases relying entirely on good word-of-mouth. Here is the breakdown:

Masthishka Maranam

• Genre: Cyberpunk / Sci-Fi Thriller

• Cast: Rajisha Vijayan, Niranj Maniyanpilla Raju, Divya Prabha

• What is it about? Directed by Krishand, this highly-anticipated futuristic movie is set in a dystopian 2046 Kochi. It follows a grieving father who enters a dangerous virtual reality memory game to reconnect with his lost child, only to uncover dark secrets.

• Tip: This is the most well-advertised and biggest Malayalam release of the week. If you love futuristic, mind-bending concepts, book your tickets immediately!

L-Jagadamma Ezhaam Class – B State First

• Genre: Drama / Comedy

• Cast: Urvashi, V. K. Baiju

• What is it about? A powerful and heartwarming story of a woman’s resilience, justice, and journey. It is packed with emotional depth and brilliant situational comedy.

• Tip: Watch this purely for Urvashi’s legendary acting performance. It is a fantastic family watch.

ICU

• Genre: Medical Thriller

• What is it about? A tense, edge-of-the-seat thriller that takes place entirely inside the walls of a hospital’s intensive care unit during a single, chaotic night shift.

• Tip: Good for fans of suspenseful, closed-room thrillers.

Iniyum

• Genre: Family Drama

• What is it about? A deeply emotional story exploring complicated relationship dynamics, past mistakes, and second chances within a middle-class Kerala family.

• Tip: A slow-paced emotional drama suitable for mature audiences.

Priya Puthren

• Genre: Sentimental Drama

• What is it about? The story of a devoted son and his extreme sacrifices for his family, leading to unexpected life challenges.

• Tip: A classic, emotional tearjerker. Keep your tissues ready.

KKK

• Genre: Dark Comedy / Mystery

• What is it about? A quirky, low-budget indie film revolving around three strangers whose lives connect in a bizarre and funny incident.

• Tip: For fans of experimental, indie comedy films.

Tamil Releases: Thalapathy Returns!

Theri (Re-release)

• Genre: Action Mass Entertainer

• What is it about? Since Thalapathy Vijay’s highly anticipated farewell movie Jana Nayagan has been delayed due to censor issues, the makers have re-released his 2016 blockbuster Theri to satisfy the fans!

• Tip: If you want a festival-like theater experience with massive cheering and dancing, this is the one to watch this weekend!

Aazhi

• Genre: Coastal Action / Drama

• What is it about? A raw and rustic tale of survival, local politics, and revenge set against the backdrop of a rough fishing village.

• Tip: Expect a gritty, realistic Kollywood experience.

English (Hollywood) Release

Scream 7

• Genre: Slasher Horror

• Cast: Neve Campbell

• What is it about? The iconic Ghostface killer is back! This time, the original “final girl,” Sidney Prescott, returns to protect her family from a brand new, highly intelligent serial killer.

• Tip: A must-watch for hardcore horror fans and 90s nostalgia lovers.

A Weekend of Different Genres!

If you look closely, this week offers an incredible variety of genres. You can travel to the future with the sci-fi thrills of Masthishka Maranam, get terrified by the slasher horror of Scream 7, enjoy a heartwarming family drama with L-Jagadamma, or celebrate pure mass action with the Theri re-release. There is literally a completely different genre for every type of mood!

Conclusion

While 6 Malayalam movies are clashing today, Masthishka Maranam is clearly leading the race in terms of hype and theater count. However, smaller movies with great acting, like L-Jagadamma, might surprise everyone with strong audience reviews by Sunday.

Which movie are you planning to watch this weekend? Are you going for the new Sci-Fi movie or the Theri re-release? Let us know your choices in the comments below!