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Malayalam Mystery Eko Draws Praise for Craft, With Pacing Concerns in Early Reviews

Early reviews frame the slow-burn mystery as a showcase for Sandeep Pradeep, with Bahul Ramesh’s writer‑cinematographer imprint drawing special praise.

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.