Patriot Movie Release Date: The Malayalam film industry is buzzing with excitement as two of its biggest superstars, Mammootty and Mohanlal, are coming together after nearly 18 years for the political thriller Patriot (earlier known as MMMN).
When is Patriot Movie Releasing?
While the filmmakers haven’t made an official announcement yet, multiple industry sources suggest the Patriot movie release date is set for:
April 23, 2026 – during the Vishu festival season
Interestingly, fans decoded a hidden Morse code message on the recently released character posters that also hints at this same date!
Latest Updates on Patriot
Fresh Character Posters: On January 26, 2026, the team started releasing character posters. In a heartwarming gesture, Mammootty shared Mohanlal’s poster on social media, and Mohanlal did the same for Mammootty.
Filming Complete: The movie wrapped up shooting on January 4, 2026, and is now in post-production. This means editing, sound design, and visual effects are currently underway.
What’s the Story About?
Patriot is an espionage political thriller that deals with surveillance and government control. The plot revolves around a mysterious program called “Periscope” that tracks people using “social scores.” The teaser’s powerful line says it all: “Dissent is patriotic.”
Star-Studded Cast & Crew
| Role | Name |
|---|---|
| Lead Actors | Mammootty (Dr. Daniel James), Mohanlal (Colonel Rahim) |
| Supporting Cast | Fahadh Faasil, Nayanthara, Kunchacko Boban, Revathy, Prakash Belawadi, Darshana Rajendran |
| Director | Mahesh Narayanan (Malik, Take Off) |
| Music | Sushin Shyam |
| Production | Anto Joseph Productions |
Director Mahesh Narayanan is known for making intense, gripping films, which makes this collaboration even more exciting.
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Where to Watch the Teaser?
The first teaser dropped last year and is available on Anto Joseph Productions’ official YouTube channel. It showcases the tense atmosphere and introduces viewers to the surveillance-heavy world of Periscope.
With the Patriot movie release date approaching in April 2026, fans can barely contain their excitement for this historic reunion!
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