The Malayalam police procedural thriller ‘Ronth’, directed by Shahi Kabir and featuring Dileesh Pothan and Roshan Mathew, had a strong opening weekend, grossing ₹5 crore nationwide. Produced by Junglee Pictures, the intelligent crime drama follows an investigation in a remote setting, emphasising realistic storytelling. Festival Cinemas has also distributed the film. Critical praise has centred on compelling performances and atmospheric cinematography. Despite its niche regional appeal, box office figures suggest growing audience interest in premium Malayalam content across India