KOCHI: From viral videos to the big screen — UAE’s favourite feel-good storyteller Khalid Al Ameri is officially going Mollywood! The popular influencer has made his debut in Malayalam action-drama Chatha Pacha, that’s already turning heads across Kerala and the Gulf.
Khalid’s role? It’s a blink-and-you’ll-spot-it cameo — but trust us, it’s one that packs a punch (and a whole lot of charm). Known for celebrating cultural stories and building bridges between people, Khalid’s appearance is more than just a movie moment — it’s a full-circle love letter to Malayalam cinema.
Directed by Adhvaith Nayar, Chatha Pacha dives into the gritty world of underground wrestling in Fort Kochi, with a powerful cast including Arjun Ashokan, Roshan Mathew, and Vishak Nair. The film’s already buzzing thanks to its high-octane trailer and viral #ChathaPachaChallenge, which dares fans to drop their best wrestling moves for a shot at stardom.
Khalid, who’s no stranger to expressing his love for Kerala (remember that iconic Mammootty interview?), is adding his own flair to the film’s growing hype. His surprise entry adds a splash of Dubai to the Fort Kochi fight fest — and fans can’t get enough.
And it’s not just fans going wild. Industry insiders say the movie’s GCC rights were snapped up for a record sum by a Dubai-based distributor. Music rights? Also gone — sold at a premium to a top Indian label.
With Khalid’s cameo, Chatha Pacha becomes a true cross-cultural knockout. Get ready to see Kerala’s street smarts meet Gulf glam — coming to a theatre near you soon.
