Balan The Boy trailer: Mystery and murder haunt a mother's fight to protect her son

The trailer of Balan: The Boy, the upcoming psychological thriller directed by Manjummel Boys filmmaker Chidambaram, was released on Friday. Set to arrive in theatres on June 19, the film promises a tense and emotionally charged story revolving around a mother and her son as they struggle to escape a troubled past.

The three-minute trailer offers brief glimpses into a world marked by fear, secrecy and survival. A mother living under different identities, a child caught in mysterious circumstances and a relentless police pursuit form the backbone of the narrative.

The footage also hints at a disturbing family history involving the boy's grandmother, while raising questions about the child's connection to a murder case.

At its core, however, Balan: The Boy appears to be an exploration of the bond between a mother and her son, with the woman willing to go to extreme lengths to keep him safe.

The trailer closes on a haunting note, further amplifying the mystery surrounding the pair.

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The film had an earlier screening at the Marche du Film section of the Cannes Film Festival 2026, where it reportedly received a positive response.

The makers have described the project as a story about identity, survival and the enduring connection between a mother and child.

Balan: The Boy also reunites Chidambaram with composer Sushin Shyam following their collaboration on Manjummel Boys. The film is written by Jithu Madhavan, best known for directing the acclaimed Fahadh Faasil-starrer Aavesham.

The technical crew includes cinematographer Shyju Khalid, editor Vivek Harshan and production designer Ajayan Chalissery.

Produced by Venkat K Narayana under KVN Productions and Shailaja Desai Fenn under Thespian Films, the film is slated for a theatrical release on June 19.