Coming Soon Movies Malayalam Sci-fi 2026 ((free)) -

The future of Malayalam cinema has a release date, and it looks terrifyingly beautiful. Disclaimer: Release dates and casts are based on industry announcements, production tenders, and insider reports as of early 2025. Confirmations are expected by late 2025.

Alphonse Puthren, known for his unique editing rhythms ( Neram , Premam ), has been teasing a "future film" for years. 2040 is finally moving into production for a mid-2026 release. Set in a waterlogged, climate-change-ravaged Kochi of the year 2040, the story follows a group of "data smugglers" who trade in banned emotions. coming soon movies malayalam sci-fi 2026

Krishand, the indie icon ( Aavasavyuham ), returns to the mockumentary sci-fi genre that put him on the map. Yanthram is a satirical take on the AI boom in Kerala’s startup culture. The future of Malayalam cinema has a release

While Bollywood and Hollywood have dominated the spaceship and time-travel tropes, the Malayalam film industry is quietly—and ambitiously—building a slate of science fiction films that promise to blend our native ethos with speculative wonder. From dystopian futures set in Kochi to ethical dilemmas of AI set in the high ranges, here are the most anticipated Malayalam sci-fi movies likely to land in 2026. Director: Rathish Ambat Expected Lead: Tovino Thomas Alphonse Puthren, known for his unique editing rhythms

Following the massive success of Minnal Murali and Anweshippin Kandethum , Tovino Thomas is reportedly teaming up with cinematographer-turned-director Rathish Ambat for Gaganam . Described as a "hard sci-fi" thriller, the film is rumored to deal with the first manned mission from India to a lunar base, which goes horribly wrong.

The sci-fi element here is less about laser guns and more about a world where rainfall is monetized and memories are sold as NFTs. While the plot sounds bleak, Puthren promises his trademark humor, music (by Rajesh Murugesan), and nostalgic romance hidden within a dystopian shell. Director: Krishand (R. K.) Expected Cast: Asif Ali, Vinay Forrt

Mammootty is rumored to play a retired cyber cop caught in a paradox: what happens when the recorded memory doesn't match reality? Expect Lijo’s signature surreal visuals mixed with a deeply philosophical take on privacy, truth, and identity. This one is tipped for a December 2026 awards-season run. Director: Anjali Menon Expected Cast: Fahadh Faasil, Nimisha Sajayan