Pradhama Drishtiya Kuttakkar
2026 Indian drama film
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Pradhama Drishtiya Kuttakkar (transl. Prima Facie Accused;) is an Indian Malayalam-language investigative thriller film directed by Shahad Nilambur and produced by Arjun Selva under the banner of 11 Icons Film Productions. The film stars Parvathy Thiruvothu, Mathew Thomas and Sidharth Bharathan in lead roles, alongside an ensemble supporting cast including Vijayaraghavan, Vinay Forrt, and Tamil actor R. Parthiban.[2][3]
Vijesh Thottungal
| Pradhama Drishtiya Kuttakkar | |
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Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Shahad Nilambur |
| Written by | P. S. Subramanian Vijesh Thottungal |
| Produced by | Arjun Selva |
| Starring | Parvathy Thiruvothu Mathew Thomas Sidharth Bharathan Vijayaraghavan |
| Cinematography | Roby Varghese Raj |
| Edited by | Chaman Chacko |
| Music by | Mujeeb Majeed |
Production company | 11 Icons Film Productions |
Release date |
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Running time | 158 minutes[1] |
| Country | India |
| Language | Malayalam |
Plot
The film follows the professional and personal life of Aleena Abraham, a woman who secures a police constable position through a compassionate dependent appointment. Set primarily inside a local police station, the narrative evolves into a high-stakes investigative thriller when an unexpected criminal case shakes up the precinct, challenging perceptions of guilt, duty and systemic justice. [4] [5] [6]
Cast
- Parvathy Thiruvothu as Aleena Abraham
- Mathew Thomas as Sreenath Ayyappan
- Sidharth Bharathan as Dasan
- R. Parthiban
- Vijayaraghavan as Harris Meeran
- Unnimaya Prasad as Divya Abhilash
- Vinay Forrt as Prathap Mohan
- Azees Nedumangad as Xavier
- Balaji Sarma
- Jayashree Sivadas as Shilpa
- Sirajudheen Nazar
- Midhun Venugopal as Sunil
- Catherine Maria
- Vrindha Menon as Parvathy
- Rini.K.Rajan
- Suparna S as Dhanya
- Salman Kuttikode
- Bibin Joseph Vettukattil
Production
Development
Following the success of his previous directorial ventures Prakashan Parakkatte (2022) and Anuragam (2023), director Shahad announced Pradhama Drishtiya Kuttakkar as an investigative thriller. The script was written by P. S. Subramanian and Vijesh Thottingal. The film is bankrolled by Arjun Selva under the banner of 11 Icons Film Productions. [7]
Notably, the film marks a career milestone for lead actress Parvathy Thiruvothu, who plays a police officer for the first time in her two-decade-long acting career. She underwent physical and mental preparations over several months to fit the role. [8] [9]
Filming
The official launch and pooja ceremony of the film took place on January 2, 2026, in Koothattukulam. The first ceremonial lamp (Bhadradeepam) was lit by Member of Parliament Jebi Mather and lead actor Parvathy Thiruvothu. Principal photography commenced immediately afterward. Major portions of the movie were filmed across sets established in Kottayam and Koothattukulam, particularly centered around an elaborate police station set designed by art director Makesh Mohanan. [10] [11]
Music
The music and background score for the film are composed by Mujeeb Majeed, known for his melodies and atmospheric soundscapes in contemporary Malayalam cinema. [12]