Latest Malayalam releases (January 12 to January 18) to watch on Prime Video, JioHotstar, Netflix, Sony LIV, theatres and more

Latest Malayalam releases (January 12 to January 18) - There are three intriguing online releases this week. This includes Mammootty's 2025 hit Kalamkaval and Dileep-Mohanlal-starrer Bha Bha Ba.

Posters of Kalamkaval and Bha Bha Ba

Despite the fact that there will only be one Malayalam film released in theatres this week, cine buffs are in luck because three films will be available online. These include Dileep-Mohanlal's Bha Bha Ba and Mammootty's popular thriller Kalamkaval from 2025. A lot of people who didn't see movies in theatres have been anticipating their digital release. These movies in Malayalam will be available online and in theatres from January 12 to January 18.

Latest Malayalam releases to watch this week

Kalamkaval

Release platform - Sony LIV and OTTplay Premium

Release date - January 16

The police inquiry in Kottayikonam is the focus of this Mammootty-starrer. This investigation takes an odd turn as a string of evidence lead to a horrific string of killings. The police swiftly piece together an odd tale while coming across some crafty tactics that obstruct their quest for the truth.

Bha Bha Ba

Release platform - ZEE5 and OTTplay Premium

Release date - January 16

A stranger posing as a member of a political party kidnaps Kerala's chief minister. Those closest to the CM add to the chaos that follows as his son, an equally mad NIA officer, goes out in search of his father to seek retribution on the person who defiled his family. The resulting clash is the movie's primary focus.

Kirkkan

Release platform - Sun NXT and OTTplay Premium

Release date - January 15

The story, which is based on an actual incident, is on the local police's investigation into the tragic murder of a girl in a village near Kottayam in 2005. The film's main actors are Vijayaraghavan, Salim Kumar, Kani Kusruti, Johny Antony, and Anarkali Marikar.

Also Read: Pennu Case: Here's why you should watch Nikhila Vimal's latest comedy film in theatres

Kanimangalam Kovilakam

Release platform - Theatrical

Release date - January 16

Between a college and a hostel is an old cemetery. Locals say a ghost haunts the area, and hostel students always flee from there in terror. The narrative centres on three persons who develop a connection to this enigmatic energy and how it alters their lives in a variety of ways.

Other recent films to watch in theatres

Pennu Case

Police officer Manoj is tasked with a strange case involving a young woman named Rohini who is suspected of scamming multiple men in Kerala and Karnataka after marrying them. Is Rohini a victim of a powerful criminal organisation, or does she have a dark side?

Sarvam Maya

Prabhendhu Nambhoothiri is an atheist and aspiring musician who comes from a well-known priestly family. He returns home with a spirit shortly after performing a puja ceremony. This bizarre problem quickly turns into something that drastically alters his perspective on life and love.

Latest Malayalam OTT FAQs

Q. Where to watch Malayalam thriller Kirkkan online?

A. Kirkkan will be streaming on Sun NXT and OTTplay Premium from January 15.

Q. When will Kalamkaval release online?

A. Kalamkaval will release on SonyLIV and OTTplay Premium on January 16.

Q. When is Bha Ba Ba release online?

A. The Malayalam film, Bha Bha Ba starring Dileep, will release on ZEE5 and OTTplay Premium on January 16.

Share