Legends unite: Mammukka and Lalettan to share secret details of ‘Patriot’ in special chat show

The legends are coming home to your screens sooner than you think. While the theatrical release of the spy thriller Patriot has been rescheduled to May 1, 2026, the superstars are making sure the original date of April 23 doesn't go uncelebrated.

To keep the momentum building, the makers have announced the Patriot Legends Hangout, an exclusive promotional chat show featuring Mammootty and Mohanlal. This isn't just a standard interview; it’s a high-production deep dive into their first major collaboration in nearly two decades.

What fans need to know about the chat show

• Date & Time: The special premieres on April 23, 2026, at 6:00 PM IST.
• Platform: You can stream it exclusively on JioHotstar.
• Content: Expect a nostalgic journey as the "Big Ms" discuss their roles in the film, their decades-long bond, and the challenges of filming a massive international spy thriller across Azerbaijan, Sri Lanka, and India.
• Vibe: Early teasers show a warm, candid side of the stars, focusing on their camaraderie and shared excitement for Mahesh Narayanan’s ambitious vision.

Patriot: Spy thriller canvas

The film itself is being produced on a scale rarely seen in Indian regional cinema. Produced by Anto Joseph and K.G. Anilkumar, Patriot is a gritty espionage drama centered on a covert surveillance conspiracy.

• Galactic Cast: Alongside Mammootty and Mohanlal, the film features a powerhouse ensemble including Fahadh Faasil, Nayanthara, Kunchacko Boban, Revathi, and Darshana Rajendran.
• Technical Firepower: The film boasts an international technical standard with cinematography by Manush Nandan and a high-octane background score by Sushin Shyam.
• Postponement: The shift from April 23 to May 1 was a strategic move by the producers to ensure the "highest possible technical quality" and to clear up revenue-sharing discussions with theater associations.

Save the Dates

The Patriot Legends Hangout chat show will be the first look at the duo together, streaming on JioHotstar this April 23.

Following the digital celebration, the wait officially ends when Patriot hits cinemas worldwide on May 1, 2026.

"We came together again the other day as part of a film where we are coming together after many years. It was great fun. We are coming to you with those details." — Mammootty and Mohanlal.