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Prithviraj Sukumaran’s ‘Khalifa’ Locks August 20, 2026 Theatrical Release

The official update counters recent delay rumors.

Overview

  • The team, which posted the update Wednesday via Prithviraj’s official network POFFACTIO, set a big‑screen debut for August 20, 2026 to target the Onam holiday window.
  • Prithviraj shared a new still that suggests a younger phase for his character Aamir Ali, steering buzz toward the story rather than talk of delays.
  • The film is billed as a large‑scale action thriller about international gold smuggling that moves through the Middle East, London, Nepal, and Kerala.
  • Vysakh directs from Jinu V. Abraham’s script, with music by Jakes Bejoy, cinematography by Jomon T. John, editing by Chaman Chakko, and action set pieces led by coordinator Yannick Ben.
  • Mohanlal features as the protagonist’s grandfather in a role reported to span a planned two‑part arc with a prequel, while Neil Nitin Mukesh is set for his Malayalam debut to broaden the film’s pan‑Indian reach.