Roshan Mathew's Chatha Pacha to release worldwide on January 22

The makers of director Adhvaith Nayar’s much-anticipated wrestling-based action entertainer Chatha Pacha, starring Arjun Ashokan, Roshan Mathew and Vishak Nair, have announced that the film will be released in cinemas worldwide on January 22 this year.

Arjun Ashokan and Roshan Mathew's Chatha Pacha to release on January 22

The announcement was made by the film’s production house, through its official social media platforms. The statement read: “The wait is over! Chatha Pacha releases worldwide on 22 Jan 2026. Releasing in Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Hindi. The bell rings on 22 Jan—only in cinemas. Don’t miss the fight!”

The release date poster, dominated by raw gold tones, flying currency notes, roaring crowds and a wrestler suspended mid-air, captures a moment of controlled chaos. Notably, the phrase ‘In cinemas’ features the letter ‘M’ highlighted prominently, further fuelling speculation that Malayalam superstar Mammootty may be making a special appearance in the film.

Fans have long speculated about Mammootty’s association with Chatha Pacha, and the poster has been widely interpreted as a subtle confirmation of these rumours.

At its core, the film delves into the raw and visceral world of Kerala’s wrestling culture, drawing inspiration from the vibrant and chaotic milieu of Fort Kochi. Backed by creative producer Shihan Shoukath, and produced by Ritesh and Ramesh S. Ramakrishnan along with Shoukath Ali, the film marks the directorial debut of Adhvaith Nayar.

Chatha Pacha explores themes of bravado, brotherhood, rivalry and humour, unfolding a world shaped by sweat, spectacle and street-smart swagger. The ensemble cast is led by Arjun Ashokan, Roshan Mathew and Vishak Nair, alongside several well-known actors from the industry, each playing sharply defined roles that drive the narrative forward.

On the technical front, the film boasts an impressive crew. One of its major highlights is the legendary composer trio Shankar Ehsaan Loy, who make their Malayalam cinema debut with this project, delivering a soundscape that is both punchy and playful. Lyrics have been penned by Vinayak Sasikumar, while the background score is composed by Mujeeb Majeed.

Cinematography is handled by Anend C. Chandran, action choreography by Kalai Kingson, editing by Praveen Prabhakar, and the screenplay is written by Sanoop Thykoodam.

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