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Malayalam Movie Story, Cast and Details
Valathu Vashathe Kallan (The Thief on the Right) is a 2026 Malayalam crime thriller directed by Jeethu Joseph and written by Dinu Thomas Eelan. Starring Biju Menon and Joju George in the lead roles, the film unfolds around a police officer caught in a dangerous investigation involving corruption, injustice, revenge and family conflict.
The story centres on Circle Inspector Antony Xavier, a police officer whose actions come under scrutiny following the death of a young woman. His situation takes a more dangerous turn when Samuel Joseph pulls him into a high-stakes chain of events. As the investigation develops, Antony faces a race against time to uncover the truth and protect his son from a father seeking revenge.
Combining crime, suspense and emotional drama, Valathu Vashathe Kallan explores the consequences of abuse of power and the difficult pursuit of justice.
Movie Details
- Movie Name: Valathu Vashathe Kallan
- English Title: The Thief on the Right
- Release Date: January 30, 2026
- Language: Malayalam
- Genre: Crime Thriller, Drama
- Director: Jeethu Joseph
- Writer: Dinu Thomas Eelan
- Producer: Shaji Nadesan
- Music Composer: Vishnu Shyam
- Runtime: 135 minutes (2 hours 15 minutes)
Story and Plot
Valathu Vashathe Kallan follows Circle Inspector Antony Xavier, a police officer whose career and personal life become entangled in a serious case involving injustice and revenge.
The story takes a disturbing turn when Deepthi, a college student, approaches the police to complain about an alleged sexual assault attempt by her classmate Rajeev. However, Rajeev is a close friend of Philip, Antony’s son, and his father is a powerful politician. Under pressure from his superiors, Antony refuses to register Deepthi’s complaint and instead humiliates her in front of her mother.
Unable to bear the humiliation, Deepthi takes her own life. Her friend Irene Samuel, a human rights activist, confronts Antony and vows to fight for justice. The incident brings serious consequences for the police officer, placing his conduct under investigation.
As the situation escalates, Samuel Joseph draws Antony into a critical investigation that quickly becomes a race against time. With revenge entering the picture and his son’s safety at stake, Antony must uncover the truth before events spiral further out of control.
The film explores corruption, political influence, police accountability and the consequences of failing to protect those who seek justice.
Cast and Characters
The film features a strong Malayalam cast:
- Biju Menon as Circle Inspector Antony Xavier
- Joju George as Samuel Joseph
- Lena as Theresa Joseph
- Leona Lishoy as ASI Vidhya Shekhar
- Vyshnavi Raj as Irene Samuel
- Niranjana Anoop as Veena
What to Expect from Valathu Vashathe Kallan
Directed by Jeethu Joseph, Valathu Vashathe Kallan brings together a crime investigation, family conflict and a tense revenge-driven storyline. The film’s central conflict revolves around a police officer forced to face the consequences of his decisions while trying to protect his family.
With Biju Menon and Joju George leading the cast, the film explores how corruption, political influence and personal choices can shape the course of justice. Its mix of suspense, emotional drama and high-stakes events makes it an intriguing Malayalam crime thriller.
