Bethlehem Kudumba Unit is a Malayalam-language romantic comedy-drama starring Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju in the lead roles. Directed by Girish A.D. and written by Girish A.D. and Kiran Josey, the film revolves around Ashley and Justin, whose relationship develops amid family dynamics, neighbourhood bonds and the complications of their age difference. Sangeeth Prathap, Suresh Krishna, Vinay Forrt and Roshan Shanavas are among the supporting cast, while Vishnu Vijay composed the music and Ajmal Sabu handled the cinematography. Released on August 21, the film received strong critical appreciation for its warmth, performances and natural humour, with reviewers particularly praising Nivin and Mamitha’s chemistry.
Bethlehem Kudumba Unit Heads To JioHotstar
The film has also turned into a historic box-office blockbuster, crossing the ₹300-crore mark worldwide and becoming the highest-grossing Malayalam film of all time, surpassing Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra. It has reportedly crossed ₹320 crore globally while continuing its strong theatrical run. Following its phenomenal performance, Bethlehem Kudumba Unit will make its digital debut on JioHotstar on October 2, 2026. The streaming version will be available in Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi and Kannada, allowing audiences across multiple markets to experience the blockbuster from home.
Mamitha Baiju’s Dream Run Continues
The blockbuster run has further cemented Mamitha Baiju’s extraordinary 2026. The young actress has featured in multiple major successes this year, including Vijay’s Jana Nayagan, Suriya’s Vishwanath & Sons and now Bethlehem Kudumba Unit, giving her a remarkable run across different South Indian industries. Bethlehem Kudumba Unit has arguably taken that momentum to another level, with Mamitha emerging as one of the key attractions of Malayalam cinema’s biggest hit. With several other projects lined up, the actress is currently going through a phase that few young performers manage to experience so early in their careers.
