Vishu, the traditional Malayali New Year, was celebrated with immense joy and cultural richness across Kerala and by Malayalis globally on April 14 or 15, 2026. This auspicious occasion marks the beginning of a new year in the Malayalam calendar and is traditionally observed with Vishukkani, the ritualistic first sight of the year, often featuring Lord Krishna.
This year's Vishu celebrations were particularly vibrant in the entertainment world, with leading celebrities actively engaging with their audiences through film announcements, personal greetings, and social media updates.
Mohanlal Unveils 'Athimanoharam'
Superstar Mohanlal marked Vishu 2026 with a significant announcement that delighted his fans and the film industry. He officially unveiled the title of his upcoming collaboration with director Tharun Moorthy. The project, previously known as L366, is now titled 'Athimanoharam'.
The announcement was made precisely at 10:10 AM, accompanied by a compelling poster featuring Mohanlal in a police uniform. The actor also extended heartfelt festive wishes to everyone, sharing, "എല്ലാവർക്കും അതിമനോഹരമായ വിഷു ആശംസകൾ ." (Heartfelt Vishu wishes for everyone.)
Celebrity Wishes and Project Updates
Other prominent figures in the Malayalam film industry also joined the Vishu celebrations, sharing their greetings and exciting updates:
Mammootty and Samyuktha's Festive Greetings
Veteran actor Mammootty conveyed his Vishu wishes by sharing a stylish photograph on social media. Dressed in a traditional mundu and shirt, he greeted fans warmly, writing, "ഏവർക്കും ഹൃദയം നിറഞ്ഞ വിഷു ആശംസകൾ ."
Actress Samyuktha also captivated her followers with festive content on Instagram, posting a series of pictures in an elegant saree, simply captioned "Happy Vishu."
Tovino Thomas and Nayana Elza Join In
Tovino Thomas adopted a creative approach, sharing a special poster for his recently released film 'Pallichattambi'. The poster uniquely depicted Lord Krishna watching the film in a theatre setting, blending tradition with contemporary cinema.
Meanwhile, 'Kurup' actress Nayana Elza shared a festive reel showcasing her in graceful saree looks, extending her wishes: "ഏവർക്കും ഐശ്വര്യത്തിന്റേയും സമ്പൽസമൃദ്ധിയുടേയും ഹൃദയം നിറഞ്ഞ വിഷു ആശംസകൾ..." (Wishing everyone a heartfelt Vishu filled with prosperity and abundance...)
Nayanthara and Vignesh Shivan Announce "Kannakuzhiya"
Adding to the festive excitement, Nayanthara and Vignesh Shivan combined their New Year greetings with a significant film update. The duo announced the first single, "Kannakuzhiya," from their upcoming project 'Hi'. They shared that the single would be released on April 21, with the film slated for theatres in May 2026, extending their "Tamil New Year wishes to all."
Vishu 2026 was truly a blend of cherished traditions and exciting entertainment news, highlighting the vibrant spirit of the Malayali community and its beloved film stars.