Though there have been speculations on this project for the past few days, they confirmed this news with an announcement poster today (December 21).

Last Updated: 01.19 PM, Dec 21, 2025
The makers of Unni Mukundan's blockbuster, Marco, have revealed that their third project will have Mammootty in the lead role and Khalid Rahman as its dircetor. Though there have been speculations on this project for the past few days, they confirmed this news with an announcement poster today (December 21).
Niyog, Suhas, and Sharfu wrote the screenplay for the movie, which is being made as an homage to the Malayalam megastar. Working with Khalid Rahman, one of the prominent directors of the new generation, Mammootty is anticipated to deliver yet another outstanding performance. Many of his fans have already shared their excitement for this movie.
The movie is anticipated to have a number of well-known actors from Malayalam and other industries. There will soon be more details on this big budget mass entertainer, which is scheduled to begin production in 2026. The producers of this untitled project are currently working on Antony Varghese Pepe's highly anticipated action thriller, Kattalan. The cast of Kattalan includes Rajisha Vijayan, Jagadish, Siddique, Baby Jean, Shibin S. Raghav, and Kabir Duhan Singh. According to reports, the film's central themes are power battles around ivory hunt.
Following the success of the movie, Unda, Mammootty and Khalid Rahman are reuniting for this new film. The movie, which is available for viewing on Amazon Prime Video, tells the story of what happens when a Keralan police force travels to North India's Naxalite-prone regions for election duty. Shine Lukman Avaran, Ranjith, Tom Chacko, and Arjun Ashokan all had significant roles in Unda.
Alappuzha Gymkhana, starring Naslen, was Khalid Rahman's most recent film. It can be streamed on Sony LIV and OTTplay Premium. In the meantime, Mammootty has several intriguing ventures planned for 2026. This contains Patriot, which also features Fahadh Faasil, Kunchacko Boban, and Mohanlal. Kalamkaval, the Dominic and the Ladies Purse star's most recent movie, is currently doing well in theatres.
Q. When is Kattalan releasing?
A. According to sources, the action drama will have a theatrical release next year.
Q. Is Mammootty a part of Khalid Rahman's next film?
A. Mammootty will play the lead role in Khalid Rahman's next directorial, which will begin its production next year.