Vishu, the Malayali New Year, is celebrated with joy and tradition all over Kerala and Malayalis all over the world. Vishu marks the beginning of a new year in the Malayalam calendar which is usually celebrated on April 14 or 15. Key traditions include Vishukkani, considered the first auspicious sight of the year, involving Lord Krishna.From movie announcements to personal greetings, Mohanlal and Mammootty led the celebrations in the entertainment world, followed by a host of southern celebrities.Mohanlal’s ‘Athimanoharam’ title is featured in VishuMohanlal marked it with a big announcement for his fans and the film industry.He revealed the title of his next collaboration with Tharun Moorthy. The project, earlier known as L366, is now officially named ‘Athimanoharam’.The actor gave the caption at exactly 10:10 a.m., sharing a poster of himself in a police uniform. He also extended festive wishes, “अल्लावर्मक आतिमानोहारमाय विषक विश्वुक्ल .” (“Hearty Vishu Wishes to All”). Mammootty and Samyuktha share festive wishesMammootty joined the celebrations by sharing a stylish picture on social media. Dressed in a traditional Mundo and shirt, he warmly greeted the fans. He wrote: “அவுர்கு हैரியை பியு வியு விவு விஷு வியுயு வியு வியுயு.”Actress Samyuktha also posted some festive content on Instagram. She shared a series of pictures online and simply wrote, “Happy Vishu.”His post received heated responses from fans. One wrote, “This is pure beauty here,” while another wrote, “Happy vishu.” Another fan wrote “manoharam”.
Tovino Thomas and Nayana Elza join the celebrations
Tovino Thomas took a creative approach to Vishu’s wishes this year as he shared a special poster of his recently released film ‘Pallichattambi’. The poster had a unique visual of Krishna watching the film in a theatrical setting.Meanwhile, ‘Kurup’ actress Nayana Elza shared the festive reel. She appeared in elegant saree looks and extended her wishes.He wrote, “अवर्वर्क आश्वर्याट्यत्रेय यूणमबलसमुर्द्धिया हैर्डिया बैन्यवशिया विष्व केल…” (“We wholeheartedly wish Vishu full of prosperity and abundance…”)
Nayanthara–Vignesh Shivan has announced “Kannakuzhiya”.
Nayanthara and Vignesh Shivan combined their festive wishes with a film update.The duo announced their first single “Kannakuzhiya” from their upcoming project ‘Hi’. They shared the update along with a New Year greeting for fans: “Happy Tamil New Year to all #Kannakuzhiya – #HiMovie’s first single on 21st April. Get ready for theaters from May 2026!”.