Patriot Hit Or Flop? Early Audience Verdict On Mammootty And Mohanlal Starrer Film Emerges Online

Patriot Hit Or Flop? The Malayalam film Patriot, featuring Mammootty and Mohanlal in lead roles, opened in theatres worldwide on May 1, 2026. Directed by Mahesh Narayanan, the action thriller brings together a large ensemble cast, including Fahadh Faasil, Kunchacko Boban, Nayanthara, and Revathi.

The film marks a notable on-screen reunion of Mammootty and Mohanlal after more than a decade, following their earlier collaboration in Kadal Kadannu Oru Maathukutty (2013). Their return together has been one of the key talking points leading up to the release, drawing attention from audiences across Kerala and beyond.

As the first shows concluded on Friday morning, initial responses began appearing on social media platform X. These early reactions form part of the immediate public feedback typically seen on a film's opening day. While such responses contribute to the initial buzz, they represent only a limited section of viewers and may not fully reflect broader audience opinion.

Now that the film has reached theatres, some viewers may be wondering about its box office prospects and whether it will eventually be termed a "hit" or a "flop." However, such labels cannot be assigned based only on day-one responses. A more accurate assessment typically depends on its performance over the opening weekend, weekday trends, and overall audience reception in the days ahead. Here are some of the reactions that have appeared online:

Cast And Crew Details As Patriot Opens In Theatres

Patriot has been written, directed, and co-edited by Mahesh Narayanan, with production handled by Anto Joseph and K. G. Anil Kumar. The film's technical team includes cinematographer Manush Nandan, while the music and background score have been composed by Sushin Shyam.

The cast features Mammootty as Dr. Daniel James and Mohanlal as Col. Rahim Naik, alongside Fahadh Faasil as Shakthi Sundaram and Kunchacko Boban as Michael Devassy. The supporting lineup includes actors such as Darshana Rajendran, Rajiv Menon, Vineeth Thattil David, Indrans, Grace Antony, and others.

For now, the film has entered cinemas with considerable attention due to its ensemble cast and the reunion of two of Malayalam cinema's most prominent actors. A clearer picture of its reception and performance is expected to emerge in the coming days as more viewers watch the film across different regions.