Global,25thMay2026:Malayalam ZEE5 is set to premiere Patriot, a gripping political thriller directed by acclaimed filmmaker Mahesh Narayanan, on June 5 available in Malayalam, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil and Kannada. Bringing together two of Malayalam cinema’s biggest icons, Mammootty and Mohanlal, after 18 years, the film also stars Nayanthara, Fahadh Faasil, and Kunchacko Boban in pivotal roles.
Blending espionage, politics, technology, and emotional drama, Patriot explores the dangerous consequences of uncheckedsurveillance in a system built on secrecy and power. At the heart of the story is a man who once helped create a sophisticated government surveillance program, believing it would safeguard the nation. However, when he discovers the system is being weaponised against innocent citizens through manipulation, blackmail, and control, he is forced to question everything he stood for. As he turns against the very machinery he helped build, Patriot examines the blurred lines between patriotism and betrayal, and whether exposing the truth makes someone a traitor or a true patriot.
Set against an Indian socio-political backdrop yet rooted in globally relevant concerns around surveillance and privacy, Patriot transforms a high-stakes conspiracy into an emotionally charged cinematic experience. With Mahesh Narayanan’s sharp storytelling and the combined screen presence of Mammootty, Mohanlal, Nayanthara, Fahadh Faasil, and Kunchacko Boban, the film promises an intense and thought-provoking watch. The film also features a strong supporting ensemble including Revathy, Rajeev Menon, Darshana Rajendran, and Zarin Shihab.
Director Mahesh Narayanan said, “Patriotisastorythatreflectstheanxietiesofthetimeswelive in today, where technology meant to protect people can also become a tool of fear and control.
Whatdrewmetothisfilmwastheemotionalconflictatitscoreisamanforcedtoconfrontthe consequencesofsomethingheoncebelievedincompletely.I’mexcitedforaudiencesacrossthe country to experience Patriot on Malayalam ZEE5.”
Mammootty said, “WhatmakesPatriotcompellingisthatbeneaththescaleandpoliticaltension,it isultimatelyaverystronghumanstoryaboutconscience,responsibility,andcourage.Thefilmasks difficult questions while remaining emotionally grounded, and I’m looking forward to audiences discovering it on Malayalam ZEE5.”
Mohanlal added, “Patriotspeaksabouttheworldwearelivingintoday,wheretruthandpower areconstantlyinconflict.Itwasexcitingtobepartofafilmthatfeelsbothcinematicanddeeply relevant. Reuniting with Mammootty after many years for a story like this made the experience even more special.”
DonotmisswatchingPatriotonZEE5 Globak fromJune5thavailableinMalayalam, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil and Kannada!
Regards,
Ritik Motghare
