Valathu Vashathe Kallan teaser: Jeethu Joseph pits Joju George against Biju Menon in investigative thriller, who is the culprit?

Malayalam filmmaker Jeethu Joseph is in the news every now and then for his much-anticipated Drishyam 3 with Mohanlal. But the noted director has other upcoming films too, including Valathu Vashathe Kallan, which is slated for release on January 30, 2026. The makers have now revealed the teaser of Valathu Vashathe Kallan, which gives a peek into the crime scene with actors Joju George and Biju Menon engaged in an intense staredown.

What does the teaser of Valathu Vashathe Kallan reveal

The teaser of the upcoming film Valathu Vashathe Kallan was released on January 5, 2026. The glimpse begins with a melancholic background score as we see cops with searchlights in the woods. We are introduced to Biju Menon, who plays the police officer Antony Xavier. The other lead character of Samuel Joseph, played by Joju George, is also seen even as cops collect evidence from crime scenes, including that of a car. The 1.12 teaser ends with Biju Menon and Joju George’s characters seated across a table, in an intense stare-down. 

Notably, there are no dialogue or any light moments in this moody and dark teaser, which promises a gritty story at the cinemas. It is evident that a crime (s) has been committed, with Joju and Biju appearing to be on opposing sides in the investigative thriller. So, who is the culprit - the police officer or Samuel Joseph?

How are fans reacting to Valathu Vashathe Kallan teaser

The Valathu Vashathe Kallan teaser quickly attracted movie buffs, who seem to be mostly impressed with the short glimpse. Some were excited to see Biju Menon and Joju George together, terming it as a deadly combo. Yet another netizen hoped that the upcoming film would not end up as the director’s previous film Mirage, which had a disastrous outing.

Actors Lena, Irshad Ali, K R Gokul of Aadujeevitham fame, Leona Lishoy, Niranjana Anoop, and director-actor Shyamaprasad are also part of Valathu Vashathe Kallan.

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Valathu Vashathe Kallan movie FAQs

Q. When will Valathu Vashathe Kallan release?

A. The Malayalam movie Valathu Vashathe Kallan, starring actors Biju Menon and Joju George, will release in theatres on January 30, 2026.

Q. Which is the next movie of Jeethu Joseph?

A. The next movie of Jeethu Joseph to release in theatres is Valathu Vashathe Kallan on January 30. Jeethu Joseph's Drishyam 3 will also release in theatres this year, but a release date is yet to be announced.

Q. Which was the first film of Joju George?

A. Joju George initially worked as a junior artiste, and his first film was Mazhavilkoodaram in 1995. He went on to do several supporting roles before transitioning into lead roles.