Mumbai: Malayalam thriller Eko, directed by Dinjith Ayyathan and written and shot by Bahul Ramesh, has become the talk of the weekend. Released alongside Vilayath Buddha, the film has generated strong buzz on social media, with many viewers calling it a “masterpiece” and “peak mystery cinema.”
Eko: Twitter Review
An user called it a cinematic triumph: “#EKO is literally a masterpiece. Dinjith Ayyathan and Bahul Ramesh deliver peak mystery cinema. Mujeeb Majeed’s score is atmospheric brilliance. Sandeep Pradeep gives his career-best performance.”
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#EKO is Literally a Masterpiece The maker duo, Dinjith Ayyathan and Bahul Ramesh, deliver a peak-level mystery thriller. Mujeeb Majeed’s score is atmospheric perfection. But it’s Sandeep Pradeep’s intense, career-best performance that anchors this mind-blowing cinematic journey pic.twitter.com/Q4Fidm4cg6
— ᴀᴍᴇᴇʀ ᴀʟɪ (@Ameeeeraliii) November 21, 2025
A second viewer wrote: “#EKO is truly international—top-notch writing, exceptional buildup and a gripping transformation from mystery drama to edge-of-the-seat thriller.”
is truly international stuff from the team of Kishkindha Kaandam; the write-up, the building up, the narration, and the way the story unfolded from a mystery drama into a seat-edged thriller are of top-notch quality done and delivered pic.twitter.com/MrNqftrFOL
— Manu Thankachy (@manuthankachy) November 21, 2025
Another praised the film as a clear winner: “A fresh world, sharp characters and a mystery that grabs you from the first frame. Sandeep Pradeep shines again. Dialogues, DOP, BGM, screenplay—everything lands perfectly. Malayalam cinema’s next masterpiece!”
Eko is a gripping, beautifully crafted Malayalam gem. Stunning visuals, strong performances, and a vibe that stays with you long after. A must-watch! #Eko #MalayalamCinema #Sandeep pic.twitter.com/rapNnBNBjg
— CHEKUTHAN @am_Chekuthan_) November 21, 2025
A fourth review read: “#EKO is another peak cinema from the Kishkindha Kaandam team. Bahul Ramesh’s detailed writing hooks you till the end. Dinjith’s execution, Sandeep’s career-best performance and Mujeeb’s music stand out.”
#Eko – Just Kidu That’s The Tweet
As Expected Brilliant Stuff From The Kishkindakandam Team. Bahul Ramesh & Dinjith Ayyatvhan Is Here To Stay.Also Peak Visuals & Cinematography!
Mujeeb Majeed What a Score Man
Performance from The Whole Cast
Totally MUST WATCH-4.5/5 pic.twitter.com/iaJXMYU9yM
— Abin Babu (@AbinBabu2255) November 21, 2025
One user highlighted the technical finesse: “The technical side—DOP, colours, music—was the strongest. Great narration, slow-burning thriller. We’ve got a solid winner. Solid 3/5.”
Another comment added: “The writer-director duo strikes again. Beautiful visuals, engaging writing and crisp runtime. Sandeep was excellent. The final scene and score were outstanding. A really good outing. Go watch it.”
A final review summed it up: “EKO is a MASTERCLASS in filmmaking—Dinjith’s gripping direction and Bahul’s razor-sharp writing shine. Sandeep delivers his career-best act. Mujeeb’s haunting score elevates every moment.”
Eko: What the Film Is About
Eko, directed by Dinjith Ayyathan and written and filmed by Bahul Ramesh, stars Sandeep Pradeep in a powerful lead performance. This marks the duo’s second collaboration after their acclaimed hit Kishkindha Kaandam.
Set in the mist-laden hills of Kaattukunnu, the film revolves around an elderly woman and her caretaker, who begin confronting buried secrets from their past as her husband—Kuriyachan, a notorious dog breeder and fugitive—is being hunted. As strangers arrive in the mountains searching for him, Mlaathi Chedathi and Peeyoos must navigate a maze of hidden truths, guilt and long-held mysteries.
The film spans multiple timelines and locations, deepening the thriller’s intrigue. Eko also concludes Bahul Ramesh’s ambitious Animal Trilogy, following Kishkindha Kaandam and Kerala Crime Files: Season 2.
The cast includes Sandeep Pradeep, Biana Momin, Sim Zhi Fei, Vineeth, Ranjith Shekhar and Saheer Muhammed.
