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Malayalam CINEMA · 2026
Krishnashtami: The Book of Dry Leaves
കൃഷ്ണാഷ്ടമി
Overview
The first still-image feature in India, inspired by Vyloppilli Sreedhara Menon's 1958 poem. It portrays marginalized lives held in an illegitimate detention centre, using dry leaves and storms as metaphors. An omniscient narrator from an undefined future recalls fragments lost to censorship, inviting others to complete the story. Through static images, memories, and voices, the film reflects on art, poverty, imagination, divinity, and power.
A closer look
Krishnashtami: The Book of Dry Leaves (2026) is a Malayalam-language Indian movie. Genres: Drama. Directed by Abhilash Babu. The cast includes Jeo Baby, Abhijith Chithrakumar, Sushama Anil, Surya S. Runtime: 78 minutes.
Cast & crew
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Krishnashtami: The Book of Dry Leaves FAQs
Answers from the movie information available in our catalogue.
What is the original language of Krishnashtami: The Book of Dry Leaves?
Krishnashtami: The Book of Dry Leaves is listed as a Malayalam-language movie in our catalogue. Dubbed versions are not tracked here.
What release date is listed for Krishnashtami: The Book of Dry Leaves?
Our source metadata lists 16 January 2026. Release dates can vary by country and may change; this does not confirm current cinema screenings.
Who directed Krishnashtami: The Book of Dry Leaves?
The listed director is Abhilash Babu.
Who is in the cast of Krishnashtami: The Book of Dry Leaves?
The available cast credits include Jeo Baby, Abhijith Chithrakumar, Sushama Anil, Surya S, Aparna Asok. See Cast & crew above for the available character names and profile links.
How long is Krishnashtami: The Book of Dry Leaves?
The recorded runtime is 78 minutes. Different cuts or releases may have a different duration.
What type of movie is Krishnashtami: The Book of Dry Leaves?
The source lists these genres: Drama.
What is the original title of Krishnashtami: The Book of Dry Leaves?
The original title in our source data is കൃഷ്ണാഷ്ടമി. The English-letter display name may be a romanization.
What is Krishnashtami: The Book of Dry Leaves about?
The first still-image feature in India, inspired by Vyloppilli Sreedhara Menon's 1958 poem. It portrays marginalized lives held in an illegitimate detention centre, using dry leaves and storms as metaphors. An omniscient narrator from an undefined future recalls fragments lost to censorship, inviting others to complete the story. Through static images, memories, and voices, the film reflects on art, poverty, imagination, divinity, and power.
