Ashakal Aayiram

Ashakal Aayiram
Theatrical release poster
Directed byG. Prajith
Written byJude Anthany Joseph
Aravind Rajendran
Produced by
  • Gokulam Gopalan
  • Krishnamoorthy
Starring
CinematographySwaroop Philip
Edited byShafeeque V. B.
Music bySanal Dev
Production
company
Sree Gokulam Movies
Distributed byDream Big Films
Release date
  • 6 February 2026 (2026-02-06)
CountryIndia
LanguageMalayalam

Ashakal Aayiram is a 2026 Indian Malayalam-language family comedy drama film directed by G. Prajith and written by Jude Anthany Joseph and Aravind Rajendran.[1] The film is produced by Gokulam Gopalan and Krishnamoorthy under the banner of Sree Gokulam Movies.[2] The film stars Kalidas Jayaram and Jayaram in lead roles alongside Asha Sharath, Sharaf U Dheen and Ishaani Krishna.[3][4]

Plot

Ashakal Aayiram focuses on the dynamics of a father-son relationship, portraying the everyday struggles, dreams, misunderstandings and emotional reconciliation between the characters played by Jayaram and Kalidas Jayaram. The trailer highlights both humour and heartfelt moments, positioning the film as a relatable family entertainer.[5][6]

Cast

Production

The film was officially announced in mid-2025, and principal photography began following a traditional pooja ceremony held in Kochi.[7][8] Ashakal Aayiram marks yet another on-screen collaboration between father and son duo Jayaram and Kalidas Jayaram, their fourth after earlier films including Kochu Kochu Santhoshangal and Ente Veedu Appuvinteyum.[9]

Music

The soundtrack and background score for Ashakal Aayiram were composed by Sanal Dev, with the score expected to complement both the emotional and lighthearted aspects of the narrative. The soundtrack also included remix version of 'Pathinalam Ravinte' from 2001 film Sharjah to Sharjah.[10][11]

Release

Ashakal Aayiram was released theatrically on 6 February 2026.[12] The film received a clean U certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification.[13]

Reception

Ashakal Aayiram received mixed reviews from critics.

The Times of India rated the film 3 out of 5 stars and noted that "Jayaram's performance carries an otherwise uneven family drama".[14]

The Hindu described the film as a "breezy feel-good drama" and stated that Jayaram is "in form", adding that the film falters towards the end.[15]

The Indian Express gave the film 2.5 out of 5 stars and wrote that the Jayaram and Kalidas Jayaram-starrer is "undone by melodrama" despite its premise.[16]

OTTPlay called the film a "feel-good love letter to cinema and family" that "hits home".[17]

The Hollywood Reporter India stated that the film brings back "the Jayaram we missed" in what it described as a "wholesome Anthikadian comedy".[18]

India Today described the film as a family drama centred on passion and ego, headlined by Jayaram and Kalidas.[19]

Onmanorama, in its review of the Jayaram–Kalidas starrer, highlighted the film's family drama elements and emotional conflicts.[20]

The New Indian Express wrote that Jayaram "anchors an uneven film that plays it safe".[21]

References

  1. ^ "Jayaram, son Kalidas to share screen space after 22 years with 'Ashakal Aayiram'". Onmanorama. 8 July 2025. Retrieved 15 February 2026.
  2. ^ "Jayaram and Kalidas to headline Ashakal Aayiram, first look out". Cinema Express. 7 July 2025. Retrieved 15 February 2026.
  3. ^ "Jayaram-Kalidas starrer Ashakal Aayiram gets a release date, first glimpse unveiled". The New Indian Express. 13 January 2026. Retrieved 5 February 2026.
  4. ^ "Ashakal Aayiram trailer: Kalidas-Jayaram film explores father-son dynamics". The Times of India. Retrieved 5 February 2026.
  5. ^ "Ashakal Aayiram trailer: Jayaram-Kalidas film promises a relatable father-son relationship drama". Cinema Express. 31 January 2026. Retrieved 5 February 2026.
  6. ^ "Jayaram, Kalidas Jayaram's Ashakal Aayiram cleared for release with 'U' certificate". IANS. 1 February 2026. Retrieved 5 February 2026.
  7. ^ "Jayaram and Kalidas Jayaram's Ashakal Aayiram begins". The New Indian Express. 18 August 2025. Retrieved 15 February 2026.
  8. ^ "Actor Jayaram, son Kalidas Jayaram reunite after 22 years for film 'Ashakal Aayiram'; shooting begins". The Times of India. 19 August 2025. Retrieved 15 February 2026.
  9. ^ "Jayaram and Kalidas Jayaram's Ashakal Aayiram begins". Cinema Express. 18 August 2025. Retrieved 5 February 2026.
  10. ^ "'Ashakal Aayiram' makers revives 'Pathinalam Ravinte' song, netizens say MG Sreekumar remains unbeatable". The Times of India. Retrieved 15 February 2026.
  11. ^ "Ashakal Aayiram Movie First Glimpse Video Out". Kerala TV. Retrieved 5 February 2026.
  12. ^ "Ashakal Ayiram release date: Jayaram-Kalidas film to clash with Sharaf U Dheen's Madhuvidhu". www.ottplay.com. Retrieved 14 January 2026.
  13. ^ "Jayaram, Kalidas Jayaram's 'Ashakal Aayiram' cleared for release with 'U' certificate". The Times of India. Retrieved 15 February 2026.
  14. ^ "Ashakal Aayiram Movie Review: Jayaram's performance carries an otherwise uneven family drama". The Times of India. Retrieved 15 February 2026.
  15. ^ "Ashakal Aayiram movie review: Jayaram in form in this breezy feel-good drama that falters in the end". The Hindu. Retrieved 15 February 2026.
  16. ^ "Ashakal Aayiram movie review: Jayaram, Kalidas Jayaram starrer is undone by melodrama". The Indian Express. Retrieved 15 February 2026.
  17. ^ "Ashakal Aayiram Review: Jayaram and Kalidas' feel-good love letter to cinema and family hits home". OTTplay. Retrieved 15 February 2026.
  18. ^ "Ashakal Aayiram Movie Review: The Jayaram We Missed in This Wholesome Anthikadian Comedy". The Hollywood Reporter India. Retrieved 15 February 2026.
  19. ^ "Ashakal Aayiram review: Jayaram-Kalidas shine, but film falls short of greatness". India Today. Retrieved 15 February 2026.
  20. ^ "Ashakal Aayiram Movie Review:Nostalgia does the heavy lifting in Jayaram and Kalidas's reunion". Onmanorama. Retrieved 15 February 2026.
  21. ^ "Ashakal Aayiram movie review: Jayaram anchors an uneven film that plays it safe". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 15 February 2026.

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