Malayalam film 'Ekadesham' to premiere at Germany's Filmfest Aachen

Filmmaker Don Palathara's Malayalam-language drama 'Ekadesham' has been selected for the upcoming Filmfest Aachen, one of Europe's major film festivals held in Germany. The film will make its world premiere at the festival on September 25, 2026.

The film features an ensemble cast including Roshan Mathew, Divya Prabha, Jithin Puthenchery, Vinay Forrt, Santhy Balachandran, and Mahesh Narayanan. The selection marks another international platform for Malayalam cinema, continuing the regional industry's growing presence at global film festivals.

Filmfest Aachen, held annually in the western German city of Aachen, is known for showcasing innovative cinema from around the world. The festival attracts filmmakers, industry professionals, and cinephiles from across Europe and beyond. The selection of 'Ekadesham' underscores the festival's commitment to presenting diverse narratives from different film industries.

Palathara, known for his distinct narrative style and character-driven films, joins a growing list of Malayalam directors gaining recognition at international film festivals in recent years. The September 2026 premiere will be a significant milestone for the film's distribution and reception in European markets.