Overview
- The film opened in theaters on November 21, 2025, marking its wide debut in Malayalam cinemas.
- Directed by Dinjith Ayyathan and written by cinematographer Bahul Ramesh, the ensemble features Sandeep Pradeep, Biana Momin, Sim Zhi Fei, Vineeth, Saurabh Sachdeva, Narain, Ashokan and Binu Pappu.
- Critics commend the smart, non-linear structure and mood-driven approach while noting the narrative can feel sluggish or lose steam midway.
- Eko is positioned as the third entry in an informal animal-themed trilogy and uses dogs and master–servant dynamics as metaphors within a morally ambiguous mystery.
- The craft receives consistent acclaim, including Bahul Ramesh’s atmospheric visuals, Mujeeb Majeed’s score and Sooraj ES’s editing, with Sandeep Pradeep’s lead turn highlighted as a standout.