Ketto by Kannur Shareef

There is an honesty to Ketto that separates it from most Malayalam songs released around the same time. Kannur Shareef, Kozhikode Aboobacker has a history of strong work, and the music on Ketto is among the most memorable of it.

The vocal on Ketto is among the better performances Kannur Shareef has committed to record. Featuring a talented ensemble cast, the song carries the weight of the film's emotional arc and delivers it with conviction.

2026 was a strong year for Malayalam music, and Ketto was among the reasons why. Whether it plays on a long drive, during a quiet evening at home, or through earphones on a crowded commute, the song meets the listener where they are.

The concision of Ketto — just 4:31 — is part of what makes it work. There is nothing here that should not be. The song continues to find new listeners, which is the surest sign that it was made with something genuine at its core.