Mammootty's 'Kalamkaval' Set for December 5 Release: Expect a Thrilling Crime Drama
November 29, 2025
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Industry chatter suggests Mammootty may depict an unprecedented, morally grey character, though nothing has been officially confirmed.
teasers and posters have built anticipation, with speculation about Mammootty’s grey-shaded role awaiting official confirmation.
Kerala TV notes Kalamkaval has completed censoring with a U/A 16+ rating and highlights performances by Mammootty and Vinayakan.
A lyrical video for Redback, the film’s track, released by Kalamkaval features music and lyrics by Jithin K Jose and vocals by Adyan Sayeed, with the Redback imagery serving as a metaphor for Mammootty’s character.
Redback’s lyrics and music are by Jithin K Jose, performed by Adyan Sayeed, with the spider motif linking to Mammootty’s role.
Promotional materials include making-of content, an interview with Vinayakan, and the teaser/trailer reception alongside additional production credits.
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Kalamkaval’s release was delayed from an initial November date and is now set for worldwide release on December 5, with a U/A 16+ certificate from the Censor Board.
Preview material hints at Mammootty in a calm, observant persona while Vinayakan appears as a police officer, fueling talk of a morally gray lead.
Kalamkaval marks Mammootty Kampany’s seventh production, directed by Jithin K. Jose, with Jishnu Sreekumar contributing to the story and screenplay and Mujeeb Majeed composing the music; editing is by Praveen Prabhakar and cinematography by Faisal Ali.
The film carries the tagline The venom beneath and has wrapped shooting by November of the previous year.
Production details note Kalamkaval is Mammootty Kampany’s seventh project, with stunts choreographed by Action Santhosh and a script by Jithin K. Jose and Jishnu Sreekumar; music by Mujeeb Majeed and visuals by Faisal Ali.
Kalamkaval, a crime drama thriller directed by Jithin K. Jose and starring Mammootty and Vinayakan, is slated for a global December 5 release.
The soundtrack features retro Tamil-inspired songs by Mujeeb Majeed, with lyric videos released on Spotify and discussions tying the music to the film’s narrative.
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