Mohanlal and Mammootty are coming together after a long time in Patriot. The film has been grabbing attention ever since it was announced. Last year, makers released a teaser that received immense love,
and now Mohanlal has revealed that the second look of the actors will be out.
Taking to his Instagram stories, Mohanlal shared the poster reading Patriot second look from 26.02.2026 5:00 PM.” The film is directed by Mahesh Narayanan, known for his work in Malayalam cinema. The ensemble cast of Patriot includes Fahadh Faasil, Nayanthara, Kunchacko Boban, Darshana Rajendran, and Revathy.
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Makers Release BTS Video
Earlier, in February makers shared a BTS video and it went viral. The Scenes (BTS) video made using clips shot on the sets of the film while the crew was shooting in Sri Lanka. Taking to his X timeline, actor Mohanlal wrote, “#Patriot Behind The Scenes : Srilanka. In Cinemas Worldwide from April 23, 2026.” The BTS video released had visuals shot on an airbase, filled with choppers, planes and fighter aircraft. The BTS video also showed glimpses of Mohanlal and Mammootty on the airbase, highlighting the fact that the two legends of Malayalam cinema were coming together after 18 years. One interesting visual showed Fahaadh Faasil sitting inside the cockpit of a fighter aircraft with a professional explaining to him about the controls of the aircraft. It may be recalled that actor Fahadh Faasil had recently disclosed that he plays the villain in the film.
Fahadh, who participated in an event recently, made this disclosure on stage. “I play the villain in Patriot,” he said and went on to also confirm that there would be a second part to his blockbuster film ‘Aavesham’. “Yes, Aavesham 2 is there. That is a question that people ask me everywhere I go. Hopefully, (in) 2027 or 2028,” he said.
About the film
On January 4 this year, the film’s makers announced that the unit had wrapped up shooting. They wrote, “That’s a wrap. Blood, sweat, belief. #PATRIOT marches on. See you on the Big screen.”
They also shared a BTS video of all the stars on the sets on the occasion. The film, which has triggered huge expectations ever since it was announced, also features acclaimed actors Fahadh Faasil, Kunchacko Boban, Nayanthara, and Revathy in addition to the two Malayalam superstars.
A teaser that the makers released last year went on to amplify the expectations of fans and film buffs. The teaser begins with a voiceover which says, ” I remember there was a time when this nation was controlled by the two of them. Together. Over these years, what they earned wasn’t just followers. Faith. Trust.”
