The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has granted a 'U/A 16+' certificate to director Martin Joseph's highly anticipated Malayalam crime thriller 'Dridam', featuring actor Shane Nigam in the lead role. The film is now cleared for its theatrical release.
Official Announcement
E4 Entertainment, the production house behind the film, took to Instagram to confirm the development. They shared a poster indicating the certification and wrote: 'Officially certified and ready to begin. What comes next changes everything for him. Dridam starring @shanenigam786 is all set to release on May 8th! @martin_joseph_mjz @jeethu4ever [Shane Nigam, Jeethu Joseph, Martin Joseph, E4 Experiments, Bedtime Stories].'
Shane Nigam's Character Revealed
Recently, the makers disclosed that Shane Nigam plays a Sub Inspector named Vijay Radhakrishnan in the film. Introducing his character, the production house stated: 'A simple start, until the pressure pushed him to prove himself. Shane Nigam as SI Vijay Radhakrishnan, reporting on May 8, 2026. @martin_joseph_mjz @jeethu4ever @shanenigam786.'
Plot Overview
The film has generated immense interest among fans and film buffs since the release of its trailer. The trailer depicts Shane Nigam as a police sub inspector assuming charge at a station in a seemingly non-problematic area. It also reveals that this is his first posting and the beginning of his career as a policeman.
Initially, the young SI faces no difficulties, with his colleagues extending their cooperation. However, life takes a turn when the body of a middle-aged man is discovered in an overgrown private property in Kuzhinellam. Vijay Radhakrishnan and his team struggle to find leads, leaving the crime unsolved.
As media pressure mounts, higher authorities transfer the heat onto the young SI, giving him a week to solve the case. The film revolves around what transpires next.
Technical Team
Slated for release on May 8, 2026, 'Dridam' boasts a talented technical crew. The story, screenplay, and dialogues are penned by Jomon John and Linto Devasia. Cinematography is handled by P. M. Unnikrishnan, while editing is by Vinayakh. Music is composed by Sreerag Saji, and production design is by Sunil Das. Action sequences are choreographed by Mahesh Mathew, and costumes are designed by Lekha Mohan.
