New Delhi is a Malayalam thriller film directed by Joshiy and starring Mammootty in the lead role. It is one of the biggest hits in the history of Malayalam cinema. The theme of the movie - the story of avenge followed by series of killings - was adapted in many later films. Released on 24 July 1987, the film was a trend setter in Malayalam as well as the other South Indian film industries. The film marked the return of ace actor Mammootty to the superstar position in Malayalam cinema. This film was dubbed and released in Bengali, Tamil, Hindi and Marathi, with the same title. The film is loosely based on the novel Almighty by Irving Wallace. This film was remade in Hindi with the same title starring Jeetendra and in Kannada starring Ambareesh.