NFDC–NFAI's 4K restoration brings Malayalam classic 'Kireedam' back to theatres
NFDC–NFAI announced on 9 July 2026 that its 4K restoration of the 1989 Malayalam classic 'Kireedam', starring Mohanlal, would return to theatres on 10 July 2026.
Summary
The National Film Development Corporation–National Film Archive of India (NFDC–NFAI) announced on 9 July 2026 that the Malayalam classic 'Kireedam' (1989) would return to theatres in India and overseas on 10 July 2026 in a restored 4K version with Dolby Atmos sound. The original camera negative had deteriorated, so the restoration was based on a 35mm release print preserved by NFAI for over 30 years, under the National Film Heritage Mission. Directed by Siby Malayil and written by A. K. Lohithadas, 'Kireedam' stars Mohanlal as Sethumadhavan; the restored film had its world premiere at the 55th International Film Festival of India.
Key facts
- Film
- Kireedam (1989), Malayalam
- Re-release
- 10 July 2026, 4K with Dolby Atmos
- Restored by
- NFDC–NFAI under the National Film Heritage Mission
- Source
- 35mm release print preserved 30+ years
- Credits
- Director Siby Malayil; writer A. K. Lohithadas; star Mohanlal
- Premiere of restoration
- 55th IFFI
Practice MCQs 1 questions
The 4K restoration of the Malayalam classic 'Kireedam' by NFDC–NFAI was carried out under which initiative?
Show answer
Correct answer: B — National Film Heritage Mission
Director Siby Malayil thanked NFDC–NFAI for restoring the film under the National Film Heritage Mission.