Chatha Pacha (soundtrack)

Chatha Pacha
Soundtrack album by
Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy
Released21 January 2026
Recorded2025–2026
Studio
  • Purple Haze Studios, Mumbai
  • Lambodara Studios, Mumbai
GenreFeature film soundtrack
Length18:39
LanguageMalayalam
LabelT-Series
Producer
Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy chronology
Sitaare Zameen Par
(2025) 		Chatha Pacha
(2026) 		Kaaliyan
(2026)

Chatha Pacha is the soundtrack album composed by Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy to the 2026 Malayalam-language sports action comedy film of the same name directed by Adhvaith Nayar and produced by Ritesh S. Ramakrishnan, Ramesh S. Ramakrishnan and Shihan Shoukath of Reel World Entertainment, starring Roshan Mathew, Arjun Ashokan, Vishak Nair and Ishan Shoukath. The film marked the trio's Malayalam debut as a composer. The album featured five songs with lyrics written by Vinayak Sasikumar, Fejo, MC Couper and DAWgeek, and was released through T-Series on 21 January 2026.

Development

The musical trio Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy composed the soundtrack for Chatha Pacha in their maiden Malayalam film.[1][2] Their involvement was confirmed by the producers on February 2025.[3] Mujeeb Majeed composed the background score.[4] Vinayak Sasikumar wrote lyrics for all the songs, with rap portions being written by Fejo, MC Couper and DAWgeek.[5][6]

Shihan noted that the co-producer Ritesh, was a close friend of Shankar Mahadevan, and he was instrumental in bringing the trio onboard.[7] Mahadevan also admitted at the film's promotional event, that they had a few offers from Malayalam cinema which did not materialize, but felt this project to be rightful as they liked the colorful and youthful ideas presented in the film, as well as their nostalgic connection to WWE helped them to be onboard.[8]

Mahadevan stated that the story, the characters, world and emotions, helped them to explore a lot musically. He also admitted the team curated a soundscape that stayed true to the film's pulse while adding their touch of musical sensibilities.[9] They also experimented with a diverse range of genres that had been reflected in the songs. He denoted that, "working on the soundtrack has been great fun", recalling the overall experience.[10] Much of the film's musical and lyrical structure had been designed without interrupting the local flavor of Mattancherry.[7][10] The soundtrack was recorded at the Purple Haze Studios and Lambodara Studios in Mumbai.[7] T-Series acquired the film's music rights.[11]

Release

The album was preceded by the first single, "Chatha Pacha Title Track", which was released on 15 December 2025.[12][13] Adhvaith Nayar denoted that they wanted a "fun, action-packed spirit" of the film and what it intended to communicate the audience right from the onset.[14] The second single, "Naattile Rowdies", was released on 12 January 2026.[15] The film's music and trailer launch event was held at Lulu Mall, Kochi, with the trio and the singers performing the songs live.[16] However, the soundtrack was released on 21 January 2026, a day ahead of the film's release.[17]

Track listing

No.TitleLyricsSinger(s)Length
1."Chatha Pacha Title Track"Vinayak Sasikumar, FejoShankar Mahadevan, Siddharth Mahadevan, Fejo3:47
2."Nenjile"Vinayak SasikumarShankar Mahadevan, Vijay Yesudas, Anoop Sankar3:20
3."Naattile Rowdies"Vinayak SasikumarBenny Dayal3:28
4."Level Up"Vinayak Sasikumar, MC Couper, DAWgeekAnand Sreeraj, MC Couper, DAWgeek4:27
5."Carnival"Vinayak Sasikumar, MC CouperShankar Mahadevan, Pranavam Sasi, MC Couper3:37
Total length:18:39

Reception

Anandu Suresh of The Indian Express wrote "the Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy trio makes their presence felt in their debut Malayalam movie as composers."[18] Swathi P Ajith of OnManorama wrote "Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy's music adds punch, without overwhelming the film."[19] Sanjay Ponnappa of India Today noted that the trio's music is "effective, though nothing particularly stands out."[20] Vignesh Madhu of The New Indian Express called the music "rousing".[21]

Personnel

Credits adapted from liner notes:[22]

  • Music composer: Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy
  • Music producer: Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy, DAWgeek
  • Recording studios: Purple Haze Studios, Lambodara Studio
  • Recording engineer: Abhay Anant Rumde, Ameya Mategaonkar, Pathin Bhowmick
  • Mixing and mastering: Abin Paul @mixwithabin
  • Studio manager: Shirin Sukheswala

References

  1. ^ "Mohanlal's kin to direct 'Chatha Pacha – Ring of Rowdies'; Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy to make Malayalam debut". The Times of India. 11 March 2025. ISSN 0971-8257. Archived from the original on 12 November 2025. Retrieved 23 January 2026.
  2. ^ Madhu, Vignesh (8 March 2025). "Arjun Ashokan and Roshan Mathew to lead Chatha Pacha: The Ring of Rowdies". Cinema Express. Archived from the original on 17 April 2025. Retrieved 23 January 2026.
  3. ^ "Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy to make their Malayalam debut". The Hindu. 13 February 2025. ISSN 0971-751X. Archived from the original on 16 January 2026. Retrieved 23 January 2026.
  4. ^ "Chatha Pacha teaser packs much more than a punch". Cinema Express. 1 November 2025. Archived from the original on 12 November 2025. Retrieved 23 January 2026.
  5. ^ Cyril, Grace (8 March 2025). "Chatha Pacha: Ring of Rowdies' – A WWE-Inspired Spectacle To Shake Up Malayalam Cinema". News18. Archived from the original on 7 April 2025. Retrieved 23 January 2026.
  6. ^ Santhosh, Vivek (21 January 2026). "Chatha Pacha Team Interview: Mammookka's support is all over the film". The New Indian Express. Archived from the original on 23 January 2026. Retrieved 23 January 2026.
  7. ^ a b c Panikker, Rohit (19 January 2026). "Exclusive: Broken Beds and Big Dreams: Talking Wrestling With The Team of Chatha Pacha". Filmfare. Archived from the original on 20 January 2026. Retrieved 23 January 2026.
  8. ^ "Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy reveals why they took 30 years to come to Mollywood". OnManorama. 20 January 2026. Archived from the original on 23 January 2026. Retrieved 23 January 2026.
  9. ^ "Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy calls their Malayalam cinema debut Chatha Pacha – The Ring of Rowdies exciting and refreshing journey". Bollywood Hungama. 20 January 2026. Archived from the original on 21 January 2026. Retrieved 23 January 2026.
  10. ^ a b "Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy on composing the title track of Roshan Mathew starrer Chatha Pacha, "We've experimented with different genres and tried to bring a little bit of everything into the songs"". Bollywood Hungama. 17 December 2025. Archived from the original on 8 January 2026. Retrieved 23 January 2026.
  11. ^ Mallick, Gyanisha (1 September 2025). "T-Series Joins Hands with Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy for Grand Malayalam Debut in Chatha Pacha". The Hans India. Archived from the original on 3 January 2026. Retrieved 1 September 2025.
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  13. ^ "Shankar Ehsaan Loy make their Malayalam debut with Chatha Pacha title track". Mid-Day. 16 December 2025. Archived from the original on 8 January 2026. Retrieved 23 January 2026.
  14. ^ Alex, Jijo (18 December 2025). "'Chatha Pacha' director Adhvaith Nayar on title song, 'We wanted it to immediately communicate the fun, action-packed spirit'". The Times of India. ISSN 0971-8257. Archived from the original on 26 December 2025. Retrieved 23 January 2026.
  15. ^ "Naattile Rowdies (From "Chatha Pacha: The Ring Of Rowdies")". Apple Music. 12 January 2026. Retrieved 23 January 2026.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link)
  16. ^ IANS (16 January 2026). "'Chatha Pacha' trailer packs a punch; confirms Mammootty's presence in film!". IANS News. Retrieved 23 January 2026.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link)
  17. ^ "Chatha Pacha: The Ring Of Rowdies (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)". Apple Music. 21 January 2026. Retrieved 23 January 2026.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link)
  18. ^ Suresh, Anandu (22 January 2026). "Chatha Pacha movie review: Roshan Mathew, Arjun Ashokan's actioner is a thrilling tribute to WWE-obsessed childhoods, but fails as a film". The Indian Express. Retrieved 23 January 2026.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link)
  19. ^ Ajith, Swathi P (22 January 2026). "'Chatha Pacha' review: Adhvaith Nayar's debut slams hard, but stays safe". OnManorama. Archived from the original on 23 January 2026. Retrieved 23 January 2026.
  20. ^ Ponnappa, Sanjay (22 January 2026). "Chatha Pacha review: Nostalgia-fuelled wrestling spectacle let down by weak drama". India Today. Archived from the original on 23 January 2026. Retrieved 23 January 2026.
  21. ^ Madhu, Vignesh (22 January 2026). "Chatha Pacha Movie Review: Action hits hard, drama doesn't". The New Indian Express. Archived from the original on 23 January 2026. Retrieved 23 January 2026.
  22. ^ Chatha Pacha: The Ring Of Rowdies Jukebox | Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy | Vinayak Sasikumar. T-Series Malayalam. 21 January 2026. Archived from the original on 23 January 2026. Retrieved 23 January 2026 – via YouTube.
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