THE INDIAN CINEMA GUIDE
Malayalam CINEMA · 2026
The Forest
കാടു
Overview
Kaadu is a symbolic Malayalam film that reminds us of the inseparable bond between land and human beings. Set against the backdrop of Kerala, it deeply explores the reality of displacement faced by indigenous communities worldwide in the name of mining. The story follows Chaman, a seventy-year-old tribal healer and elder who shares a profound spiritual connection with the forest and its living beings, and his grandson Thaman, whose worldview is shaped by his grandfather's philosophy.
A closer look
The Forest (2026) is a Malayalam-language Indian movie. Genres: Documentary. Directed by Suneesh Vadakkumbadan. The cast includes Kalan Mooppan, Sharmith Sarath, Santhosh Kizhattur. Runtime: 80 minutes.
Cast & crew
The Forest FAQs
Answers from the movie information available in our catalogue.
What is the original language of The Forest?
The Forest is listed as a Malayalam-language movie in our catalogue. Dubbed versions are not tracked here.
What release date is listed for The Forest?
Our source metadata lists 7 May 2026. Release dates can vary by country and may change; this does not confirm current cinema screenings.
Who directed The Forest?
The listed director is Suneesh Vadakkumbadan.
Who is in the cast of The Forest?
The available cast credits include Kalan Mooppan, Sharmith Sarath, Santhosh Kizhattur. See Cast & crew above for the available character names and profile links.
How long is The Forest?
The recorded runtime is 80 minutes. Different cuts or releases may have a different duration.
What type of movie is The Forest?
The source lists these genres: Documentary.
What is the original title of The Forest?
The original title in our source data is കാടു. The English-letter display name may be a romanization.
What is The Forest about?
Kaadu is a symbolic Malayalam film that reminds us of the inseparable bond between land and human beings. Set against the backdrop of Kerala, it deeply explores the reality of displacement faced by indigenous communities worldwide in the name of mining. The story follows Chaman, a seventy-year-old tribal healer and elder who shares a profound spiritual connection with the forest and its living beings, and his grandson Thaman, whose worldview is shaped by his grandfather's philosophy.
