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45 movie: Raj B Shetty-Shiva Rajkumar's film with Upendra to release in Kerala soon

45 movie - It is now preparing for its December 1 theatrical debut in Kerala. There are no other Malayalam films scheduled for release this week.

Gayathri Krishna
Dec 29, 2025
45 movie: Raj B Shetty-Shiva Rajkumar's film with Upendra to release in Kerala soon
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Kannada's most recent multi-starrer film, 45, were released in theatres on December 25. Many people who saw the film in theatres couldn't contain their excitement for its plot and performances, despite the fact that its gross profits are gradually increasing. It is preparing for its premiere in Kerala this week.

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Kannada film 45 release in Kerala

Viewers' reactions to the film, which debuted in Karnataka over Christmas, were largely favourable. It is now preparing for its December 1 theatrical debut in Kerala. There are no other Malayalam films scheduled for release this week. In the meantime, theatres throughout the state are seeing success with Christmas titles like Sarvam Maya and Haal. Recent trends indicate that Kannada films are popular in Kerala, including Su From So, which had a two-week theatrical run.

Plot and cast of Kannada film 45

The main character of the movie is Vinay, who has a bad encounter with Rayappa following a regrettable traffic incident in which the latter threatens him. The core of 45 is how Vinay meets Shivappa, who promises to keep Rayappa at away and protect him. According to OTTplay's review, 45 would make for an intriguing one-time watch if the topic is of one's interest. The movie opened in the Indian box office with just Rs 4.25 crore, despite a number of popular actors starring in it. Pramod Shetty, Jaffer Sadiq, Arunachalam Rajendran, Sudharani and Kousthubha Mani play important parts in the movie as well.

Also Read: 45 movie review: Shivarajkumar, Upendra and Raj B Shetty make merry in preachy tale of life and death

Other Malayalam theatrical releases in January 2026

On January 16, Nikhila Vimal's comedy movie Pennu Case will open in cinemas. Jeethu Joseph's Valathu Vashathe Kallan is one of the other January releases. Chatha Pacha, the eagerly awaited film starring Arjun Ashokan, Vishak Nair and Roshan Mathews, will also be released in theatres in January. The precise date has not yet been disclosed by the makers.

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45 the movie FAQs

Q. What happened to Arjun Janya?

A. Kannada music composer Arjun Janya suffered a massive heart attack during the Covid-19 pandemic, but has since made a remarkable recovery.

Q. What is the inspiration behind Arjun Janya's directorial debut, 45?

A. Arjun Janya lost his brother during the Covid-19 pandemic, which is the inspiration behind the story of 45. According to reports, the film revolves around the 45 days after a person's death, which, as per Sanatana Dharma, is when it is decided if the soul moves to the after life or gets reborn.

Q. Where to watch 45?

A. 45 hits theatres on December 25, 2025. The film will head to Zee5 (via OTTplay Premium also) after its theatrical run

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