Pluto will release in cinemas worldwide on July 30, 2026. The Malayalam sci-fi comedy pairs Neeraj Madhav with Althaf Salim for an alien encounter that looks playful, strange and ready to make a mess of everyday life in Kerala.
The date is now clear, the official trailer is out, and the theatrical plan includes a PVR INOX rollout across the rest of India. Here is the quick release guide before you decide whether this interstellar visitor belongs on your big-screen watchlist.
Quick facts
| Theatrical release date | July 30, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Release format | Cinemas worldwide |
| Language | Malayalam |
| Genre | Comedy, science fiction |
| Director | Adithyan Chandrashekar |
| Lead cast | Neeraj Madhav, Althaf Salim, Aju Varghese, Aarsha Chandini Baiju |
| OTT release | Not announced |
When is Pluto releasing in theatres?
Pluto opens on Thursday, July 30, 2026. The film’s official Instagram campaign describes that as its worldwide cinema date, while the PVR INOX announcement confirms distribution across the rest of India. That makes July 30 the date to track for regular theatrical listings outside Kerala as well.
The announcement is specific to cinemas. It does not confirm an advance premiere, paid preview or streaming window, so those should not be treated as part of the current plan.
What is the Malayalam movie Pluto about?
Pluto is a Malayalam comedy with a science-fiction hook. Neeraj Madhav plays Vicky, whose routine takes a sharp turn after he meets an alien visitor. Althaf Salim plays the extraterrestrial figure at the centre of that disruption.
The trailer builds the film around the consequences of an alien arriving in Kerala rather than around a distant-space mission. Its appeal appears to come from the collision between an extraordinary visitor and a recognisably local world, with comedy, confusion and a touch of emotion sharing the ride.
Adithyan Chandrashekar directs the film. Niyas Muhammed, Nithiraj and Anandhu S. Raj are credited as writers, and Orchid Films International is listed as the production company.
Who is in the Pluto cast?
The principal lineup includes Neeraj Madhav, Althaf Salim, Aju Varghese and Aarsha Chandini Baiju. Neeraj is credited as Vicky and Althaf as the alien. The wider cast also includes Vipin Atley, Dinesh Prabhakar, Vineeth Thattil David, Subin Tarzan, Nihal Nizam, Nimna Fathoomi, Thushara Pillai, Zaheer Muhammed and Advaith Ajayan.
For every named supporting character and the roles whose character names have not been announced, see our Pluto cast guide.
Has Pluto’s OTT release been announced?
No OTT platform or streaming date has been announced for Pluto. The only confirmed release plan right now is the theatrical opening on July 30, 2026. Any platform name or digital date circulating without a first-party announcement should be treated as unconfirmed.
Pluto release date FAQs
When is Pluto releasing?
Pluto will release in cinemas worldwide on July 30, 2026.
Is Pluto a Malayalam movie?
Yes. Pluto is a Malayalam comedy and science-fiction film directed by Adithyan Chandrashekar.
Who stars in Pluto?
Pluto stars Neeraj Madhav, Althaf Salim, Aju Varghese and Aarsha Chandini Baiju, with a wider supporting ensemble.
Where will Pluto stream after theatres?
Pluto’s OTT platform and streaming date have not been announced.