The Kerala advance booking for Khalifa, starring Prithviraj Sukumaran and directed by Vysakh, will open on Sunday, August 16, 2026, at 4:00 PM. Audiences will be able to book tickets in advance through major online ticketing platforms including BookMyShow, District and TicketNew.
The highly anticipated Malayalam action thriller is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on August 20, 2026, arriving as a major Onam 2026 release. The film brings together Prithviraj Sukumaran, director Vysakh and writer Jinu Abraham.
Adding to the excitement, the Khalifa official trailer will also be released on August 16. The film recently completed censor formalities and received a U/A 16+ certificate.
Khalifa Movie – Advance Booking, Release Date and Cast
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Movie | Khalifa |
| Kerala Advance Booking | August 16, 2026 |
| Booking Starts | 4:00 PM |
| Worldwide Release Date | August 20, 2026 |
| Occasion | Onam 2026 |
| Lead Actor | Prithviraj Sukumaran |
| Prithviraj’s Character | Mambarakkal Aamir Ali |
| Mohanlal’s Character | Mambarakkal Ahmed Ali |
| Director | Vysakh |
| Writer | Jinu Abraham |
| Producers | Jinu Abraham, Suraj Kumar |
| Co-Producers | Sijo Sebastian, Sreelal Soolapani |
| Production Banner | Jinu Innovation |
| Censor Certificate | U/A 16+ |
| Trailer Release | August 16, 2026 |
Khalifa Kerala Advance Booking Starts at 4 PM
Advance ticket sales for Khalifa in Kerala will begin at 4:00 PM on August 16, four days ahead of the worldwide theatrical release.
Tickets can be booked through BookMyShow, District and TicketNew, along with the available booking options for participating theatres.
With Khalifa positioned as one of the major Malayalam movies arriving during the Onam season, the opening of advance booking will give an early indication of audience interest ahead of its August 20 release.
Khalifa Trailer Releases on August 16
August 16 will bring another major update for fans, as the official Khalifa trailer is scheduled to release on Sunday.
Expectations around the trailer are high following the previously released promotional material, which presented Khalifa as a stylish action thriller with a large-scale canvas.
The film has also completed its censor formalities and received a U/A 16+ certificate. Action and drama are expected to be among the major elements of the movie.
Khalifa carries the tagline “Revenge Will Be Written in Golden Letters.”
Khalifa Complete Cast and Characters
The Khalifa cast is led by Prithviraj Sukumaran as Mambarakkal Aamir Ali, while Mohanlal appears as Mambarakkal Ahmed Ali. The ensemble also includes Malavika Sharma, Neil Nitin Mukesh, Indrans, Renji Panicker, Shammi Thilakan, Shivajith, Shine Varghese, Kyraa, Master Nafash, Mohini and Anand Manmadhan. Neil Nitin Mukesh makes his Malayalam cinema debut with Khalifa.
Prithviraj Sukumaran as Mambarakkal Aamir Ali
Prithviraj Sukumaran plays Mambarakkal Aamir Ali, the central character in Khalifa.
Earlier promotional material indicated that the story unfolds against the backdrop of gold smuggling, with the movie mounted as a big-budget entertainer. The glimpses also teased stylish action, chase sequences and large-scale set pieces.
The film reunites Prithviraj and Vysakh after Pokkiri Raja, adding further interest to the project.
Mohanlal as Mambarakkal Ahmed Ali
One of Khalifa’s major attractions is the presence of Mohanlal in a special appearance as Mambarakkal Ahmed Ali.
Prithviraj’s Aamir Ali is the grandson of Ahmed Ali. The makers have also announced plans to explore Ahmed Ali’s story in the second part of Khalifa, with Mohanlal as the lead.
This connection between the two characters expands Khalifa beyond the first film and establishes the larger story of the Mambarakkal family.
Khalifa Cast – Neil Nitin Mukesh Makes Malayalam Debut
Bollywood actor Neil Nitin Mukesh is part of the Khalifa cast, marking his debut in Malayalam cinema.
Telugu actress Malavika Sharma plays the female lead. The ensemble also includes Indrans, Renji Panicker, Mohini, Sanju Sivram, Shivajith, Sudeep, Shammi Thilakan, Vaishnavi, Rushin and Anand Manmadhan.
The combination of actors from Malayalam and other Indian film industries adds to the scale of the project.
Asalayavale Song Gets Attention
The romantic track “Asalayavale”, composed by Jakes Bejoy, has already attracted attention ahead of the film’s theatrical release.
Music forms another component of Khalifa’s ongoing promotional campaign, alongside its posters, glimpses and the upcoming official trailer.
Sabari handles the PRO duties for the film.
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