“Chatha Pacha: The Ring of Rowdies” hits the screens as a fresh and bold entry in Indian cinema — blending high-octane wrestling action with family drama, humor, and heart. Set in the vibrant world of underground wrestling inspired by WWE, this Malayalam film seeks to deliver an experience that’s both entertaining and emotionally engaging.
📅 Release Date
The film was officially released in theaters on 22 January 2026, marking one of the first major Malayalam motion picture releases of the year.
🎬 Director
Adhvaith Nayar makes his feature directorial debut with Chatha Pacha: The Ring of Rowdies. Having worked behind the scenes with celebrated filmmakers, Nayar brings a fresh and gritty vision to the big screen.
🎠Genre
This movie comfortably fits into the genre of action-comedy with a sports-drama core. Built around the spectacle and showmanship of wrestling, it blends thrilling action with light-hearted humor and emotional beats that explore brotherhood, ambition, and resilience.
✨ What the Movie is About
At its heart, Chatha Pacha tells the story of three brothers who decide to reinvent their lives by starting an underground wrestling promotion in Fort Kochi — inspired by their love for WWE-style entertainment. What begins as a small makeshift fight club gradually escalates into a full-blown wrestling craze, pushing them into new challenges, rivalries, and personal reckonings.
The movie’s narrative leans on exaggerated showmanship — early in the film you’ll find:
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Electrifying wrestling sequences designed to captivate audiences.
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Humorous character interactions that keep the tone light amidst the punches.
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Emotional moments between brothers that ground the story in heart.
🌟 Cast & Crew Highlights
The film stars a talented ensemble including Arjun Ashokan, Roshan Mathew, Vishak Nair, and Ishan Shoukath — all of whom deliver spirited performances in physically demanding roles.
A noteworthy mention goes to the music directors Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy, whose work marks their Malayalam cinema debut with this project — adding a dynamic auditory layer to the film’s larger-than-life feel.
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