Matticharu by Unni Menon, K. S. Chithra

Few songs from 2026 have held their ground as well as Matticharu, a track that keeps finding new audiences. The music, composed by Unni Menon, K. S. Chithra, K. P. Brahmanandan, carries the song forward with a confidence that matches the performance.

Unni Menon, K. S. Chithra delivers the lyrics with a nuance that turns an already strong song into something genuinely moving. The chemistry of a talented ensemble cast is embedded in every moment of Matticharu, making it as much a performance as a song.

2026 marked the release of Matticharu, and Matticharu was the track that ensured the album would be remembered. The mood of the track shifts subtly as it progresses, giving even a single listen a sense of journey.

Running to 4:59, the song is exactly as long as it needs to be, which is the hardest length for a songwriter to find. This is music that holds up — not because it is perfect, but because it is honest, and honesty in a song is irreplaceable.