Lurk (2026) Movie

Lurk (2026), also known as LURK – Eyes on the Prey, is a Malayalam survival thriller directed by M.A. Nishad. Set deep within the forests of Kerala, the movie explores the fragile relationship between humans and wildlife while touching on themes of deception, revenge, justice and social neglect.

Deep within the forests of Kerala, humans and wildlife exist in a fragile and increasingly dangerous balance. What initially appears to be a story of survival gradually develops into a deeper tale involving hidden secrets, deception and the search for justice.


Starring Saiju Kurup, Anumol K. Manoharan, Aju Varghese, Alexander Prasanth, Manju Pillai and T.G. Ravi, Lurk combines action and thriller elements with a tense survival story set against the backdrop of Kerala's forests.

Lurk (2026) Synopsis

Deep within the forests of Kerala, humans and wildlife exist in a fragile and increasingly dangerous balance. What initially appears to be a story of survival gradually develops into a deeper tale involving hidden secrets, deception and the search for justice.

At the center of the story is a respected protector whose public image hides a darker secret. As events unfold in the forest, the characters are drawn into a dangerous struggle where trust becomes difficult and survival depends on understanding who is truly friend or foe.

With the wilderness becoming both a place of refuge and a source of danger, Lurk explores the consequences of human actions and the complicated relationship between people and the natural world.

The film combines an intense survival narrative with elements of revenge and social commentary, creating a Malayalam thriller built around the question of who is really hunting whom.

Lurk (2026) Movie Details

Title: Lurk

Alternate Title: LURK – Eyes on the Prey

Year: 2026

Genre: Action, Thriller, Survival

Country: India

Language: Malayalam

Runtime: 123 minutes

Release Date: July 24, 2026

Director: M.A. Nishad

Writers: Jubin Jacob, M.A. Nishad

Production Company: Kerala Talkies

Certification: UA 16+

The film was released in Indian theatres on July 24, 2026. IMDb lists its runtime as 2 hours and 3 minutes, while BookMyShow also lists the film at 123 minutes.

Lurk (2026) Cast

  • Saiju Kurup

  • Anumol K. Manoharan

  • Aju Varghese

  • Alexander Prasanth

  • Manju Pillai

  • M.A. Nishad

  • T.G. Ravi

  • Jaffer Idukki

  • Sudheer Karamana

  • Biju Kassim

  • Vinod Kedamangalam

  • Saritha Kukku

  • Neetha Manoj

  • Vijay Menon

  • Prasant Murali

  • Muthumani

  • Remya Panickar

  • Sohan Seenulal

The principal cast includes Saiju Kurup, Anumol K. Manoharan and Aju Varghese, with a larger supporting ensemble appearing throughout the film.

Lurk (2026) Movie Information

Original Language: Malayalam

Duration: 2 hours 3 minutes

Production Country: India

Genres: Action, Thriller

Director: M.A. Nishad

Writers: Jubin Jacob, M.A. Nishad

Producer: M.A. Nishad / Kerala Talkies

Music: Prakash Alex, Mineesh Thambaan

Cinematography: Rajeesh Raman

Editing: Vipin Mannoor

The film's technical team includes cinematographer Rajeesh Raman, editor Vipin Mannoor, and composers Prakash Alex and Mineesh Thambaan.


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Lurk (2026) Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lurk (2026) about?

Lurk is a Malayalam survival thriller set deep within the forests of Kerala. The story explores the fragile coexistence between humans and wildlife while incorporating themes of deception, revenge, justice and social neglect.

Who directed Lurk?

Lurk was directed by M.A. Nishad, who also shares writing credits with Jubin Jacob.

Who wrote Lurk?

The film was written by Jubin Jacob and M.A. Nishad.

Who stars in Lurk?

The cast includes Saiju Kurup, Anumol K. Manoharan, Aju Varghese, Alexander Prasanth, Manju Pillai, T.G. Ravi, Jaffer Idukki and Sudheer Karamana, among others.

What genre is Lurk?

Lurk is an action and survival thriller with elements of revenge, deception and social drama.

How long is Lurk (2026)?

Lurk has a runtime of approximately 123 minutes, or 2 hours and 3 minutes.

What language is Lurk in?

Lurk is a Malayalam-language movie from India.

When was Lurk released?

Lurk was released in Indian cinemas on July 24, 2026.

Where was Lurk filmed?

The story is set deep within the forests of Kerala, making the wilderness an important part of the film's survival and thriller narrative.

Is Lurk the same movie as Lurker?

No. Lurk (2026) is a Malayalam survival thriller directed by M.A. Nishad, while Lurker is a separate 2025 English-language psychological thriller directed by Alex Russell.

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Movie information was cross-checked with IMDb, BookMyShow, Box Office Mojo, CBFC and Filmibeat for the cast, director, release date, runtime, genre and production information.