'Ela Veezha Poonchira' director Shahi Kabir's 'Ronth' gets release date

After the widely acclaimed Ela Veezha Poonchira, a film that seeped into the depths of our hearts, Shahi Kabir makes his second directorial comeback—Ronth, touted as a gripping cop thriller. The film starring Dileesh Pothan and Roshan Mathew as police officers is slated for its theatrical release on June 13, 2025.

 

Shahi Kabir is already renowned as a screenwriter who has bagged accolades like the National Film Award for Best Original Screenplay, the Kerala State Film Award for Best Story, and Best Debut Director for movies including Joseph (2018), Nayattu (2021), and Officer on Duty (2025).

 

With Ronth, Junglee Pictures makes its maiden foray into the Malayalam film industry. The film is produced by Junglee Pictures in collaboration with Festival Cinemas, in association with filmmaker Ratheesh Ambat, Ranjith E.V.M and Jojo Jose. 

 

State award-winning Manesh Madhavan handles the cinematography while Anil Johnson worked on the music, with lyrics penned by Vinayak Sasikumar. Apart from Joseph actor Dileesh Pothan and Roshan Mathew, the film will also feature talents like Sudhi Koppa, Arun Cherukavil, Lakshmi Menon, Krisha Kurup, Nandhan Unni and others in significant supporting roles.

 

The film delves into the tale of two cops on Ronth (night patrol duty). What began as a seemingly routine shift instantly morphs into a gripping series of intense and emotionally riveting events. Set over the course of a single night, the story explores the dilemmas faced by the officers. Blending drama, realism, and suspense, the narrative puts forth a poignant insight into the lives of the officers as they try to strike a balance between professional responsibility and personal struggle. 

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