Top 10 Upcoming Malayalam Movies in 2020

Before I showcase the Best Upcoming Malayalam Movies in 2020, let’s take a moment to appreciate the fact that the Malayalam Film Industry had one of the best years in 2019 with the quality of movies and their capability of telling great stories. Now, with 2020, the new decade is full of surprises, and I hope everything turns out great as I expected. So, here are the Top 10 Upcoming Malayalam Movies in 2020, which you should keep an eye on.

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10. Shylock

Release Date – January 23
Director – Ajai Vasudev
Starring – Mammootty

Ajai Vasudev’s Shylock portrays the story of a money lender played by Megastar Mammooty. The film’s cast also includes prominent names like Rajkiran, Meena, Siddique, and Kalabhavan Shajon. Also being dubbed to Tamil as Kuberan, this movie is scheduled to release on January 23.

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9. Thankam

Release Date – NA
Director – Saheed Arafath
Starring – Fahadh Faasil

Saheed Arafath’s Thankam is a crime drama and is one the most anticipated Upcoming Malayalam Movies in 2020 starring Fahadh Faasil. Shyam Pushkaran is writing the script, and the film is being produced by Fahadh Faasil, Dileesh Pothan, Shyam Pushkaran, and Rajan Thomas. The music is being composed by Bijibal.

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8. Varane Aavashyamundu

Release Date – NA
Director – Anoop Satyan Anthikkad
Starring – Dulquer Salmaan & Kalyani Priyadarshan

Anoop Satyan Anthikkad’s Varane Aavashyamundu garnered its hype due to the reunion of Suresh Gopi and Shobhana and the movie also stars Dulquer Salmaan and Kalyani Priyadarshan as the male and female lead. Produced by Wayfarer Films and M Star Entertainments, Varane Aavashyamundu will feature technicians like Mukesh Muraleedharan and Alphonse Joseph working as the cinematographer and the music director.

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7. Thallumaala

Release Date – NA
Director – Muhsin Parari
Starring – Tovino Thomas & Soubin Shahir

Muhsin Parari’s Thallumaala is the first time collaboration between Tovino Thomas and Soubin Shahir. Muhsin himself wrote the script for this film after penning down one of the finest scripts in Sudani from Nigeria and Virus. Jimshi Khalid is the cinematographer and the music is been conducted by Sushin Shyam. Aashiq Abu and Rima Kallingal are producing the film under their banner – OPM. And the film is expected to hit the screens by 2020 September.

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6. Malik

Release Date – NA
Director – Mahesh Narayanan
Starring – Fahadh Faasil

Mahesh Narayanan’s Malik is a big-budget movie starring Fahadh Faasil and is the second directional venture of Mahesh Narayanan. The film’s cast also includes Biju Menon, Dileesh Pothan, Vinay Fort, and Nimisha Sajayan and is produced by Anto Joseph. Interestingly, the production design is handled by National Award winner Santhosh Raman.

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5. Minnal Murali

Release Date – NA
Director – Basil Joseph
Starring – Tovino Thomas

Basil Joseph’s Minnal Murali is an action-comedy movie starring Tovino Thomas. Tovino is expected to play a superhero role in the movie. Minnal Murali is the third movie directed by Basil Joseph, and his previous films were a huge success. The big-budget movie is backed by Sophia Paul of Weekend Blockbusters. Sameer Thahir is the cinematographer of the film who is well-known for capturing some exceptional visuals in Bangalore Days and Big B.

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4. Kurup

Release Date – NA
Director – Srinath Rajendran
Starring – Dulquer Salmaan

Srinath Rajendran’s Kurup starring Dulquer Salmaan depicts the story of the most celebrated criminal of Kerala – Sukumara Kurup. Kurup is Dulquer’s second project as a producer for his production house Wayfarer Films Production. Tovino Thomas is being rumored to play a pivotal role in the film and the Made in Heaven and Bard of Blood star – Sobhita Dhulipala will be playing the female lead.

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3. Jack and Jill

Release Date – NA
Director – Santhosh Sivan
Starring – Kalidas Jayaram & Soubin Shahir

Jack and Jill mark the comeback of director Santhosh Sivan after seven years to the industry, and it stars Kalidas Jayaram and Soubin Shahir in the lead roles. Santhosh Sivan himself handles the cinematography, which is his forte, and expectations are high to get a beautiful visual experience. The film also stars Manju Warrier, Nedumudi Venu, and Aju Varghese in pivotal roles. One of the most Best Upcoming Malayalam Movies in 2020.

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2. Marakkar: Arabikadalinte Simham

Release Date – March 9
Director – Santhosh Sivan
Starring – Kalidas Jayaram & Soubin Shahir

Priyadarshan’s Marakkar: Arabikadalinte Simham is a historic period drama based on the story Kunjali Marakkar IV – the Naval Chief of Zamorin of Calicut. Mohanlal plays the lead role, and the cast includes actors from other film industries like Suniel Shetty, Arjun Sarja, Prabhu with other prominent names like Kalyani Priyadarshan, Manju Warrier, and Keerthy Suresh. Celebrated cinematographer – Tirru is handling the camera, and he is previously involved in projects like 24 and Petta. The film is expected to release in March 2020.

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1. Trance

Release Date – February
Director – Anwar Rasheed
Starring – Fahadh Faasil, Nazriya Nazim

Anwar Rasheed’s Trance is the most awaited Malayalam movie of 2020 for all the right reasons. Primarily because of the big names in the film. Anwar Rasheed is returning to the director’s chair after a long time, and most of his films were commercial hits. Fahadh Faasil plays the lead role, and the supporting cast includes Nazriya Nazim, Soubin Shahir, Vinayakan, Joju George, and Chemban Vinod. Amal Neerad is handling the camera, and Resul Pookkutty is doing the sound design. The film is set to release in February 2020.

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