Synopsis
Vadakkan (2025) is a Malayalam supernatural thriller directed by Sajeed A, starring Kishore, Shruthy Menon, and Merin Philip. The film follows Ram, a paranormal investigator who returns to Kerala after his ex-girlfriend Megha calls him about the mysterious deaths of her husband and a reality show crew in a forest steeped in folklore and Theyyam traditions. As Ram investigates, he uncovers ancient secrets and supernatural forces, with the line between reality and the spiritual realm blurring. The film is noted as Malayalam cinema’s first paranormal project, featuring Oscar-winning sound designer Resul Pookutty and Japanese cinematographer Keiko Nakahara. It was released theatrically on March 7, 2025, and began streaming on Amazon Prime Video from May 5.
Genre: Fantasy, Horror, Thriller
Stars: Kishore, Shruthy Menon, Merin Philip, Meenakshi Unnikrishnan, Kalesh Ramanand
Release Date: 2025
Country: India
Ratings: 6/10
Runtime: 120 mins
Release Year: 2055
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