Verdict: A quirky Malayalam time-loop comedy with a strong first half and solid laughs, though the second half loses some steam. Worth a watch if you enjoy light entertainers with a familiar concept.
Pros:
Hilarious situational comedy in the early portions
Sajin Gopu’s energetic and natural performance
Rooted humour and chemistry between the leads
Cons:
Second half slows down and feels uneven
Script does not fully deliver on its potential
About Dhoomakethu 2026
Detail
Information
Title
Dhoomakethu
Directed by
Sudhi Maddison
Written by
Sonny Babu Antony, Manu Madhusudhanan
Produced by
Sameer Thahir, Shyju Khalid, Sajin Ali, Abbas Thirunavaya
Happy Hours Entertainments, A & HS Production House
Release Date
25 September 2026
Country
India
Language
Malayalam
Genre
Action, Comedy, Fantasy
Censor Rating
UA16+
Dhoomakethu hit theatres on 25 September 2026 as a Malayalam time-loop comedy-thriller. Directed by Sudhi Maddison, known for Neymar, the film stars Sajin Gopu and Nikhila Vimal in the lead roles, with Shine Tom Chacko, Sidharth Bharathan and Ganapathi in key supporting parts.
Early audience response on platforms like BookMyShow and X has been largely positive about the entertainment value, especially the humour. Many viewers called it a fun, light watch rather than a deep or groundbreaking film. The story follows a 36 year old man on his wedding day who wakes up after a disturbing dream about his own death.
As familiar moments start repeating, he realises he is trapped in a loop and must figure out what is happening before the day resets again. The film keeps the plot accessible without heavy science-fiction complications, focusing more on the funny situations that arise from the repeating day. On X and other social platforms, audiences have mostly praised the first half for its sharp situational comedy and the way the time-loop idea is used for laughs.
Sajin Gopu has received strong appreciation for his comic timing and screen presence, with several viewers calling him a standout. Nikhila Vimal’s performance and the chemistry between the leads also drew positive mentions. Ganapathi’s supporting role and some of the spoof elements added to the entertainment for many. Common complaints centre on the second half.
Multiple viewers noted that the film loses rhythm after the interval, with the pace dropping during the explanatory portions. Some felt the script had more potential that was not fully realised, and a few pointed out that certain characters or sequences did not land as well as the early comedy. Overall sentiment remains mixed-to-positive most describe it as a decent, watchable entertainer rather than a must-see.
Those who enjoy time loop films with rooted humour and light-hearted storytelling will find enough to like here. The strengths lie in the early laughs, the lead performance and the unpretentious approach. Weaknesses appear mainly in the uneven second half and a few stretches that feel less tight.
For theatre viewers looking for a breezy comedy experience this weekend, Dhoomakethu delivers enough fun to justify a ticket. Others may prefer waiting for streaming if they want a more polished or consistent ride.
Disclaimer: This review is based on publicly available audience reactions and discussions on X at the time of writing. Individual opinions may vary.
Kadir is a box office reporter and film analyst from Hojai, Assam, and the founder of Tenvow.com. Since 2015, he has been into box office reporting. With a focus on box office collections, OTT trends, and movie analysis, Kadir delivers accurate, data driven insights into the business of films.
