Kalamkaval

Story

Kalamkaval: The Venom Beneath is a psychological thriller directed by debutant Jithin K. Jose, co-written with Jishnu Sreekumar. The film stars Mammootty and Vinayakan, with Rajisha Vijayan, Gibin Gopinath, Gayatri Arun, and Shruti Ramachandran in supporting roles. The story follows a Kerala Police investigation in the quiet village of Kottayikonam. What begins as a routine inquiry unravels into a series of disturbing cases and unsolved mysteries, with investigators facing strategic obstacles at every turn. The film blends crime, mystery, and psychological tension, supported by music from Mujeeb Majeed and cinematography by Faisal Ali. Produced by Mammootty Kampany and distributed by Wayfarer Films, it was one of the notable Malayalam thrillers of 2025.