Paathirathri 2025: From its release date to plot and cast, here’s everything you need to know about Navya Nair and Soubin Shahir's upcoming Malayalam film.

Last Updated: 06.05 PM, Oct 14, 2025
Malayalam actress Navya Nair plays a cop in the upcoming Malayalam film, titled Paathirathri. The film has already piqued the interest of cinephiles with its trailer and posters. Soubin Shahir also plays a key role in the film, helmed by director Ratheena PT of Puzhu fame. From its release date to plot and cast, here’s everything you need to know about the Malayalam film.
Paathirathri will release in theatres on October 17, 2025. The Navya Nair-starrer will hit theatres a day after actor Sharafudheen’s The Pet Detective, which hits theatres on October 16. Rima Kallingal-led noted film Theatre: The Myth of Reality will also be released on Thursday.
Paathirathri stars Navya Nair and Soubin Shahir in the lead roles of cops. Other key roles are played by Sunny Wayne, Indrans, Ann Augustine, Harisree Ashokan and Shabareesh Varma.
Set in Idukki, the plot of Paathirathri revolves around a woman police officer and a constable. They get pulled into a crime incident that happens one midnight and upends their lives. The title Paathirathri means midnight. The film is said to be inspired by real events in Kerala.
The Paathirathri trailer begins with police officer Jancy (Navya Nair) submitting a report to senior cop. Soubin Shahir is shown as constable Hareesh, who sets out on a patrolling duty with her. As they follow certain leads and a suspect into the woods, but are unable to catch him. But as the trailer progresses, it is revealed that the tables have turned on the two cops who now need to ensure their own safety first. The trailer turns tense amid thrilling chase sequences and action scenes. As the trailer ends, someone asks - so how did you kill him?
Paathirathri has been censored U/A 13+ by the Central Board of Film Certification. Children below the age of 13 can watch it with parental guidance. Yet another cop story from Malayalam, Paathirathri is touted to be a crime drama thriller.

Paathirathri is helmed by Ratheena PT, in her second directorial venture after the critically acclaimed Puzhu, starring Mammootty. Paathirathri music is composed by Jakes Bejoy, who is being hailed for his work in the recent blockbuster Lokah Chapter 1 Chandra. Shehnad Jalal is the cinematographer, while Sreejith Sarang is the editor. Shaji Maraad has penned the screenplay.
Paathirathri’s OTT partner has not been announced. However, the film is expected to be released on a popular OTT platform after its theatrical run.
Q. When will Paathirathri release?
A. Paathirathri will release in theatres on October 17, 2025.
Q. What is the new movie of Ratheena?
A. The new movie of Ratheena is Paathirathri, starring Navya Nair and Soubin Shahir.
Q. Who is the director of the movie Puzhu?
A. Ratheena PT is the director of the movie Puzhu, which stars Mammoootty and Parvathy Thiruvothu. The film is streaming on SonyLiv via OTTplay Premium.