Pallichattambi
5.8
“An Epic Of A Crusader”
Set in the politically turbulent late 1950s, Krishnan Pillai, a playful ruffian chosen by the Church to lead a defensive force, the Christopher Sena. His mission to resist the Communist government takes a detour when he experiences an ideological awakening and falls in love with a comrade, sparking an epic tale of rebellion against feudal power and oppression.
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Cast
26 people
Tovino Thomas
Krishnan Pillai (Pothan Christopher / Pallichattambi)
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Kayadu Lohar
KPAC Rebecca
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Aanandan Muthalali
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Hridayam
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Dijo Jose Antony Director · Suresh Babu Writer Jakes Bejoy Composer
First release April 15, 2026 · Produced in India · Languages Kannada, Malayalam
Production
Worldwide Films
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CCC Brothers
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Sree Gokulam Movies
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India
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Original title
പള്ളിച്ചട്ടമ്പി
Original language
Malayalam
Spoken on screen
Kannada · Malayalam
Release dates
India · April 15, 2026
Theatrical
No release date listed for United States.
India
July 24, 2026 · Digital
United Kingdom
April 17, 2026 · Theatrical
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