Updated On: 09 February, 2026 06:59 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Fahadh Faasil revealed that he plays the villain in Patriot, the upcoming Mahesh Narayanan directorial starring Mohanlal and Mammootty. He also confirmed that Aavesham 2

Fahadh Faasil
Fahadh Faasil is among the busiest actors in South cinema, seamlessly juggling projects across Malayalam, Tamil and Telugu industries, with ongoing rumours of a possible Bollywood debut. The acclaimed actor will next be seen in the much-anticipated Malayalam film Patriot, which brings together the legendary duo Mohanlal and Mammootty. Directed by Mahesh Narayanan, the film boasts a rich ensemble cast and has been generating immense buzz since its announcement.
Recently, at an event, Fahadh Faasil made a major revelation about his role in the film. The actor confirmed that he will be playing the antagonist in Patriot, a detail that was previously under wraps. “I play the villain in Patriot,” Fahadh said, instantly sending fans into a frenzy, given the scale of the project and the presence of the two biggest superstars of Mollywood.