Joju George’s upcoming Malayalam film ‘Paripadi’ set for December 2026 release

The makers of Joju George's upcoming Malayalam film 'Paripadi' have revealed actor Renjith EVM's character as DYSP Sunil Kumar. Featuring music by Yuvan Shankar Raja and cinematography by Rajeev Ravi, the film is scheduled for release in December 2026

Chennai: The makers of popular Malayalam actor-director Joju George’s eagerly awaited upcoming film ‘Paripadi’ on Friday revealed the character that actor Renjith EVM plays in the film, much to the delight of fans and film buffs.

Taking to the film’s official social media handles, the makers wrote, “Revealing 100 Characters Of PARIPADI. Character No-8. Renjith EVM as DYSP Sunil Kumar #PARIPADI. Written and Directed by JOJU GEORGE. In Theatres From December 2026!!!”

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The makers have already revealed the characters played by Shaneem, Aishwarya Chandran and Ajayan Adat in the film. While Shaneem plays an IPS officer named Neel Madhu, Aishwarya Chandran plays Gayathri, and actor Ajayan Adat plays Suku. Interestingly, Ajayan Adat is also handling the film’s sound design.

It was in April this year that the makers officially announced the film’s title as ‘Paripadi’.

Joju George, who had shared the film’s title poster on his social media handles, had then written, “My Next (folded hands emoji) #paripadi. Written and Directed by JOJU GEORGE. @paripadimovie @jojugeorgeactorofficial #rajeevravi @venukunnappilly @kavyafilmcompany @itsyuvan @anbariv_action_director. THANK YOU Venuchettan, Rajeevettan, Yuvan Sir, Anbarivmaster and all my cast & crew.”

The film, which has generated considerable excitement among fans and film buffs, features music by Tamil music director Yuvan Shankar Raja, the younger son of Ilaiyaraaja, and cinematography by Rajeev Ravi.

Produced by Venu Kunnappilly under the banner of Kavya Film Company, ‘Paripadi’ has been edited by Manu Antony, while the National Award-winning stunt choreographer duo Anbariv is handling the action choreography.

Production design is being handled by Sabu Mohan. N G Roshan is in charge of make-up, while Melwy J has designed the costumes.

The film has generated considerable interest among fans and film buffs as ‘Pani’, Joju George’s directorial debut, went on to emerge as a major hit. It received critical acclaim not only in Kerala but also in Tamil Nadu.