Reel World Entertainment has unveiled the character poster of Ishan Shoukath from its upcoming Malayalam wrestling-based action entertainer Chatha Pacha, offering a first glimpse at the actor’s intense new avatar. As the film moves closer to its theatrical release on January 22, 2026, the makers have begun rolling out character posters to gradually introduce audiences to the film’s world and its central characters.

Ishan Shoukath’s character poster from Chatha Pacha unveiled ahead of January 2026 release

Ishan Shoukath, who is familiar to Malayalam audiences through his earlier work in Marco, steps into the role of Little in Chatha Pacha. The newly released poster presents him in a rugged and raw look, signalling a marked shift in his on-screen persona and hinting at the physical and emotional intensity his character brings to the narrative.

Produced by creative producer Shihan Shoukath along with Ritesh and Ramesh S. Ramakrishnan and Shoukath Ali, the film is directed by debutant Adhvaith Nayar. Set against the backdrop of Kerala’s local wrestling culture, Chatha Pacha is positioned as a high-energy blend of action, drama, and attitude, rooted in regional flavour while aiming for a larger cinematic canvas.

The buzz around the film has been steadily building since the release of its teaser and title track, both of which drew attention for their explosive energy and fresh visual language. Each character poster unveiled so far has sparked online conversations, adding to the growing anticipation surrounding the project.

Chatha Pacha boasts a strong ensemble cast led by Arjun Ashokan, Roshan Mathew, and Vishak Nair, alongside Ishan Shoukath. Adding to the intrigue, the recently released date announcement poster has fuelled speculation among fans, with subtle visual cues hinting at the possible presence of Mammootty—a development that has significantly heightened curiosity around the film.

On the technical front, the film marks the Malayalam cinema debut of the celebrated composer trio Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy, with lyrics penned by Vinayak Sasikumar. Music rights are held by T-Series, while the background score is composed by Mujeeb Majeed. Cinematography is handled by Anend C. Chandran, action choreography by Kalai Kingson, editing by Praveen Prabhakar, and the screenplay is written by Sanoop Thykoodam.

Positioned as one of the first major Malayalam releases of 2026, Chatha Pacha is set to hit theatres on January 22.

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