126 Malayalam Films to Watch Now

Thankam

2023 • 145 min

Thankam tells the story of Muthu and Kannan, two gold brokers from Thrissur, India's gold hub. While transporting gold shipments across Kerala and Tamil Nadu, their lives become complicated when a normal delivery goes wrong.

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Saudi Vellakka

2022 • 146 min

Drama

"A Tangled Pursuit of Truth" follows Abhilash Sasidharan, who is surprised by a court summons related to a childhood incident. Driven to understand what happened, he journeys back into the past, exploring a small conflict that dramatically altered the lives…

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Koode

2018 • 155 min

Drama, Romance

Grief over his sister's death prompts a young man to reconsider his past and what he wants for his future. He discovers strength and encouragement from people he never expected.

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Maradona

2018 • 148 min

Fleeing difficult circumstances, a young Diego Maradona arrives in Bangalore to live with relatives he barely knows. Unfortunately, his troubles only intensify during his time there.

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Jan-e-Man

2021 • 147 min

Drama, Comedy

Joymon's life in remote, cold Canada is predictable and lonely. To escape this, he travels to his hometown in Kerala for his 30th birthday, setting the stage for a series of funny and unexpected events.

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Varane Avashyamund

2020 • 145 min • Budget $587K • Box office $4M

Comedy, Family, Romance

A divorced woman seeks work as a French tutor and classical dance instructor, accompanied by her daughter. Her brother Manuel lives in the same Chennai apartment. Their neighbors include Unnikrishnan, a retired Major with a dog; Prabhakaran and Bibeesh, who…

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Appan

2022 • 129 min

A notorious womanizer, who survived a near-fatal accident and has been confined to bed for years, torments his wife and son out of spite. As his family awaits his death, the villagers gather, demanding he be killed for his past…

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Veyilmarangal

2020 • 108 min

Following a devastating flood in a Kerala village, a Scheduled Caste family, denied assistance from the government, journeys to Himachal Pradesh seeking work. There, they face considerable hardship adjusting to a completely unfamiliar environment.

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Ela Veezha Poonchira

2022 • 104 min

Police officers Sudhi and Madhu work at a remote hilltop police station. During a torrential monsoon, they learn of a gruesome discovery: a woman's body has been dismembered and scattered across Elaveezhapoonchira. They must investigate and solve this mystery.

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Uyare

2019 • 125 min

Drama

A woman who dreams of being a pilot must fight for her future and seek justice after she survives an acid attack by her abusive boyfriend.

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Nayattu

2021 • 124 min • Budget $20M

Thriller, Drama

Three police officers find themselves fugitives after becoming involved in the death of a young man, just days before an election.

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Moothon

2019 • 110 min

A young person from the Lakshadweep islands travels to Mumbai to find Akbar, an older sibling who moved away because of his sexual identity.

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June

2019 • 141 min

This film chronicles the life of June from age sixteen to twenty-six, offering a look into the experiences of those ten formative years.

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Papilio Buddha

2013 • 108 min

In India's Western Ghats, a group of people historically considered untouchable find refuge in Buddhism, seeking liberation from the oppressive caste system.

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Aarkkariyam

2021 • 126 min

As Covid lockdown looms and they face financial hardship in Mumbai, Shirley and Roy travel to Pala, to stay with Shirley's father, Ittyavira. Roy quickly discovers that Shirley's home is unlike anything he expected.

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Bhayanakam

2018 • 105 min

After the First World War, a veteran arrives in the quiet village of Kuttanand, India, working as a postman. He delivers money orders and letters to the families of soldiers, bringing them a sense of joy. However, his peaceful life…

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Android Kunjappan Version 5.25

2019 • 134 min

Comedy, Drama

In rural India, Bhaskara’s life is defined by tradition. His world shifts when his son takes a job overseas, promising to stay in touch. But his son returns with a robotic companion as a gift. Bhaskara is skeptical at first,…

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Jana Gana Mana

2022 • 162 min

Crime, Thriller, Drama

Following the unexplained death of a college professor, widespread protests erupt across the country. A police officer's attempt to find justice leads him to uncover a complex web of political maneuvering and ethical dilemmas, revealing the struggle between truth and…

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Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil

2018 • 138 min

Jacob, a manager at a major financial firm, ends up in prison after attempting to protect the woman he loves from criminal charges. His survival and escape depend on meticulously planning and executing a prison break, which is the central…

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And The Oscar Goes To...

2019 • 124 min

Isaak Ebrahim, an ambitious Indian filmmaker, completes his first film, which is officially selected for the Oscars. As the nomination process unfolds, Isaak discovers the challenges and difficult circumstances that threaten to derail his hopes of winning the award.

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Njan Marykutty

2018 • 126 min

This film follows a transgender woman navigating a society that stigmatizes gender transformation. Will Marykutty overcome societal prejudice and challenge the taboos surrounding transsexuality to find victory?

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Salt N' Pepper

2011 • 132 min

Kalidasan, a man passionate about food, answers a phone call meant for someone else. He discovers the caller, Maya, shares his love of food and cooking. They quickly form a connection and begin to develop romantic feelings for one another.

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Celluloid

2013 • 129 min

Celluloid tells the story of J. C. Daniel, the man who started Malayalam cinema. His passion leads him to make Vigathakumaran, the first film in the region. Daniel overcomes social disapproval, financial hardship, and heartbreak as he fights for recognition…

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Thalavan

2024 • 133 min

The escalating rivalry between detectives Jayashankar and Karthik intensifies when a body is discovered at Jayashankar's home. Suddenly, Jayashankar becomes the main suspect in a murder case, forcing Karthik to lead the investigation – further straining their already difficult working…

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Parava

2017 • 146 min

Drama

In Mattanchery, Irshad and Haseeb, two teenage boys, bond over their shared love of pigeon flying, a popular local pastime. Later, Irshad reveals a past tragedy that fractured friendships throughout their community.

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Minnaminungu The Firefly

2017 • 130 min

Charu has always been very close to her single mother. When Charu starts a relationship, she plans to move to Canada with her boyfriend but doesn't tell her mother. Her mother, who works many odd jobs to support them, is…

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Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam

2023 • 107 min

Comedy, Drama, Fantasy

A group of Malayali tourists, returning to Kerala by bus after visiting Velankanni, fall asleep after lunch. James, one of them, suddenly stops the bus in a Tamil Nadu village. He begins acting like a local, speaking Tamil and bewildering…

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Ramante Edanthottam

2017 • 122 min

Ram Menon runs a forest resort designed for people seeking escape from city life. Malini, a stressed-out housewife struggling in her marriage with Elvis, visits the resort hoping for peace. She quickly becomes enchanted by the location and develops feelings…

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Helen

2019 • 117 min

Drama, Thriller, Family

A typical girl living in the suburbs experiences a life-altering event when she unexpectedly vanishes, triggering an urgent search by those who care about her.

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Kismath

2016 • 102 min

Irfan, a young Muslim boy, falls in love with Anita, a Hindu girl who is significantly older. Their families disapprove of the relationship, so Irfan and Anita turn to the police for assistance.

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Drishyam 2

2021 • 153 min

Thriller, Crime, Drama

Seven years after the events of Drishyam, the family continues to grapple with the aftermath of that night. This is a compelling story of an investigation and a family under threat. Can Georgekutty protect his family once again?

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Thinkalazhcha Nishchayam

2021 • 107 min

Romance, Comedy, Drama

In the quiet town of Kanhangad, North Kerala, preparations are in full swing for Suja, Vijayan's second daughter, to get engaged. But as the engagement approaches, Suja begins to question her decision. Her father faces financial difficulties, and with each…

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Thoovanathumbikal

1987 • 151 min

Jayakrishnan finds himself torn between two women: Radha, a woman from his village, and Clara, a sex worker. He struggles with the decision of which woman to marry and build his future with.

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Oraalppokkam

2015 • 113 min

Following a catastrophic flood in the Himalayas, a man embarks on a journey to find his girlfriend, with the underlying goal of finding meaning in his life.

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Kaathal - The Core

2023 • 112 min • Box office $1M

Drama

Retired bank manager Mathew Devassy enters local panchayat elections. His wife, Omana, unexpectedly files for divorce, alleging that Mathew is gay.

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Jaya Jaya Jaya Jaya Hey

2022 • 145 min

Comedy, Drama, Family

Jayabharathi's childhood was marked by restrictions simply because of her gender, denying her basic joys. Now married to Rajesh, a controlling and abusive man, she faces constant domestic violence with no one to turn to. Determined to reclaim her life,…

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Sookshmadarshini

2024 • 142 min

Mystery, Thriller, Comedy

Manuel and his mother go back to the neighborhood where they used to live. Priyadarshini and her friends become suspicious of Manuel's reasons for returning and start looking for evidence that he might be concealing something bad.

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Palthu Janwar

2022 • 117 min

Palthu Janwar offers a fresh look at the bond between people and animals. The film follows Prasoon, an animator who reluctantly accepts a government job as a Veterinary Livestock Inspector out of compassion after his father's passing. It chronicles the…

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Sunday Holiday

2017 • 135 min

Passionate first-time filmmaker Mr. Unni Mukundan unexpectedly encounters renowned director David Paul. Simultaneously, Amal, who moves from Thalaserry to Cochin, experiences a profound shift in perspective through his friendships with Nakutti and Rahul at 'Sargapournami,' his new home. Sunday Holiday…

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Carbon

2018 • 146 min

Siby neglects his family and seeks quick money through scams. To escape trouble he created for himself, he takes on a job at an ancient palace deep in the forest of Cheenkannippara. The experience profoundly changes him.

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Finals

2019 • 122 min

With the unwavering support of her father, an ambitious coach, and her best friend, cycling prodigy Alice Varghese navigates the challenges of life as she pursues her goal of winning an Olympic medal.

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Ayyappanum Koshiyum

2020 • 177 min

Action, Thriller, Crime

Police officer Ayyappan is dedicated to upholding the law. His routine is disrupted when Koshy, a retired army havildar, moves to his village, leading to a conflict of personalities.

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Ambili

2019 • 122 min

The story follows Ambili, a kind and unassuming individual whose gentle nature and endearing personality earn her the affection of everyone she meets.

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Amen

2013 • 165 min • Budget $110K • Box office $270K

Fantasy, Music, Romance

Solomon, a musician, falls for Soshanna, a woman from a wealthy family. The film follows Solomon's efforts to overcome the challenges and secure Soshanna's hand in marriage.

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#Home

2021 • 162 min

Drama, Family

Oliver Twist, a man unfamiliar with modern technology, finds it increasingly difficult to connect with his sons as they embrace social media and grow into adulthood.

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Spirit

2012 • 145 min

Raghunandan (Mohanlal) hosts a TV show and is working on a novel. He's isolated and struggles with alcoholism, which led to his divorce from Meera (Kaniha). Despite this, Meera and her husband Alexy (Shankar Ramakrishnan) remain his close friends. However,…

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Anantaram

1987 • 125 min

A young man tells two different stories about his life, subtly altering events and details within each narrative as he descends into instability.

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Kettiyollaanu Ente Maalakha

2019 • 135 min

Sleevachan, a farmer who struggles with interactions with women, marries Rincy. Following the advice of his friends, he becomes intoxicated and rapes her one night, leading to her departure from him.

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Ee.Ma.Yau.

2018 • 120 min

Drama, Comedy

The film takes place in Chellanam, a coastal village near Kochi, and centers on the death of Vavachan Mesthiri. Over the course of two days, it explores the various reactions and viewpoints surrounding his passing.

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Aalorukkam

2018 • 114 min

Pappu Pisharadi, an elderly man, has been tirelessly searching for his son, who disappeared sixteen years ago. While at a hospital, he meets Dr. Seetha Priyan, who offers to assist him in locating his lost son.

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Kerala Cafe

2009 • 140 min

This film weaves together ten short stories centered on a roadside railway café in Kerala. The café becomes a meeting place for travelers with varied lives, whose paths cross briefly as they navigate themes of migration, relationships, and contemporary challenges.

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Ottamuri Velicham

2017 • 102 min

In a picturesque village nestled among forests and a fading tea plantation, Sudha's life changes when she marries Chandran. They live with his brother and mother in a small, cramped house with a makeshift divider. A peculiar light in their…

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Godha

2017 • 120 min

In a rural Kerala village, a group of seasoned wrestling enthusiasts, led by the respected "Captain" Das, clash with the younger generation's passion for cricket. Captain Das's son, Anjaneya, despite his father's wrestling background, is drawn to the cricket team.…

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Traffic

2011 • 122 min • Budget $567K • Box office $2M

Thriller

This emotional thriller follows a road trip from Kochi to Palakkad. The story is inspired by real events that occurred in Chennai.

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Premalu

2024 • 155 min • Budget $380K • Box office $9M

Romance, Comedy

In Hyderabad, a laid-back recent graduate named Sachin meets Reenu, a vibrant IT professional. Their friendship grows, but as they navigate their careers and consider their futures, unspoken emotions and differing life paths begin to strain their connection.

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City of God

2011 • 147 min

In Kochi's criminal world, the lives of several individuals become linked. Land mafia enforcer Jyothilal chases actress Suryaprabha, while laborer Swarnavel struggles with his marriage and widow Viji plots revenge. Their paths cross due to a series of unfortunate events.

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Sexy Durga

2018 • 85 min

At midnight, anxious Durga and her friend Kabeer flee their village as a major festival honoring Goddess Durga unfolds at the temple. Devotees offer themselves to the goddess. As Durga navigates the dark highway, strangers offer assistance to get them…

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Anweshippin Kandethum

2024 • 143 min

Four seasoned detectives face intense challenges as they hunt for the person responsible for a young woman's death.

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Njan Steve Lopez

2014 • 117 min

A college student witnesses a gang attack. Driven by curiosity about the incident, he discovers his father and the police are connected to the event.

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Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil

2024 • 132 min

Still heartbroken from a breakup five years prior, Vinu forms a close bond with Anandan, his future brother-in-law. However, Vinu's efforts to help Anandan with his issues lead to unforeseen complications.

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Unto the Dusk

2014 • 106 min

The story follows a man's personal journey, a deep exploration of his own beliefs and identity.

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Super Sharanya

2022 • 146 min

Sharanya, a typical girl from the small town of Pallakad, relocates to Thrissur to pursue her education and undergoes a transformation upon meeting Deepu.

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Thamasha

2019 • 120 min

Sreenivasan, a 31-year-old man with a receding hairline, struggles to find romantic success. Will he ever find love and a wife?

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Vikruthi

2019 • 123 min

A young man on a train assumes a sleeping passenger is intoxicated and shares a photo of him online, oblivious to the damaging consequences of his hasty action.

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Nna Thaan Case Kodu

2022 • 139 min

A former thief must fight for what's right after a simple act of self-defense brings him into conflict with the powerful elite.

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Njandukalude Naattil Oridavela

2017 • 131 min

Sheela Chacko plays a mother, wife, and college lecturer living an ordinary life. Everything changes when she discovers she has a serious illness. The film follows how her insecure husband and three children cope with this unfolding situation.

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Curry & Cyanide: The Jolly Joseph Case

2023 • 95 min

Documentary, Crime

This true-crime documentary examines six disturbing deaths within a single family, all linked to the enigmatic Jolly Joseph. The film explores the extraordinary story surrounding this unbelievable case.

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Diamond Necklace

2012 • 157 min

Arun, a Dubai-based oncologist, enjoys a lavish lifestyle, unconcerned with what lies ahead. However, his carefree existence is disrupted when mounting debts lead to restrictions keeping him within the country.

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Trivandrum Lodge

2012 • 120 min

A quiet lodge in Kochi becomes a backdrop for the lives of many people. They come seeking different things: love, wealth, pleasure, or a deeper understanding of themselves.

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Ozhivudivasathe Kali

2016 • 104 min

On election day, five friends gather for drinks, seeking only a relaxed time together. As the day progresses, they begin to reveal their true, less restrained selves. Growing restless and argumentative, they decide to play a game from their childhood.

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Manjummel Boys

2024 • 135 min

Adventure, Thriller, Drama

"Manjummel Boys," inspired by true events, follows a group of friends on a journey to Kodaikanal, detailing the experiences they encounter during their trip.

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Paleri Manikyam: Oru Pathirakolapathakathinte Katha

2009 • 155 min

In 1950, the body of a young woman named Manikyam is discovered in the village of Paleri. Roughly five decades later, Haridas, a private investigator, undertakes a mission to determine the circumstances surrounding her death.

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Munnariyippu

2014 • 115 min

After serving time, Raghavan, a quiet and isolated man, re-enters society. His life takes an unexpected turn when he encounters Anjali, a driven journalist eager to establish her career.

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Aravindante Athidhikal

2018 • 122 min

An orphaned boy is discovered in an ancient temple and taken in by a lodge owner. Despite a comfortable life, he longs for his mother, who abandoned him.

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Kappela

2020 • 110 min

A young woman develops a romantic connection with a rickshaw driver over phone calls. She travels to his city for a meeting, but a chance encounter with another person disrupts their plans.

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Piravi

1989 • 110 min

When his son doesn't come home for his daughter's engagement, elderly Raghava Chakyar waits for him at the bus stop every day. He discovers his son, Raghu, has been arrested by the police on political charges and begins investigating the…

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Kaanekkaane

2021 • 120 min

Sherin, Paul's daughter, has passed away, and her husband, Allen, has started a new life with a new wife. During a visit to them, including his grandson, Allen begins to question the circumstances surrounding his daughter's death.

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Chidambaram

1985 • 103 min

Chidambaram is adapted from a short story by acclaimed Malayalam author C. V. Shriraman. The film is a symbolically rich examination of the pull between a man and a woman, leading to betrayal and ultimately, a state of agonizing guilt.

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Koodasha

2018 • 130 min

Kallookaran Joy is a divorced father dedicated to providing a peaceful life for his daughter, having left his former life as a gangster behind. However, his newfound tranquility is disrupted when someone from his past reappears.

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2018

2023 • 150 min • Budget $3M • Box office $24M

Thriller, Action, Adventure

During the devastating 2018 Kerala Floods, people from every background battled catastrophic circumstances and worked together to survive the disaster.

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Aavesham

2024 • 156 min • Budget $3M

Comedy, Action

Three college students in Bangalore team up with a quirky gangster to get back at the seniors who are bullying them.

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Kayamkulam Kochunni

2018 • 122 min

This is the story of Kayamkulam Kochunni, a legendary highwayman who operated in early 19th century Central Travancore during the British Raj. He became known for robbing the wealthy and distributing the stolen wealth to those in need.

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Pretham

2016 • 127 min

Three cheerful friends manage a seaside resort, but their carefree lives are disrupted by a string of strange occurrences that cause them concern. The situation becomes more complex with the arrival of John Don Bosco, a mentalist who joins the…

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The Great Indian Kitchen

2021 • 100 min • Budget $888K

Drama

After getting married, a woman finds herself struggling to meet the expectations of her husband and his family, who desire her to be a submissive wife.

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Vaazha

2024 • 125 min

Four friends, considered outcasts as they enter adulthood, struggle with expectations from their families and society. This emotional story follows their journey toward understanding themselves and finding acceptance, ultimately showing that love overcomes prejudice.

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Anuraga Karikkin Vellam

2016 • 130 min

A father and son navigate their relationship as the son attempts to end a romantic relationship.

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C U Soon

2020 • 98 min • Budget $684K

Thriller, Mystery, Drama

Jimmy connects with Anu on a dating site and quickly decides to marry her. Before the wedding, Jimmy’s mother asks his cousin Kevin to investigate Anu. Kevin's search for the missing bride leads him to unsettling and deeply disturbing revelations…

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Mukundan Unni Associates™

2022 • 127 min

Drama, Comedy, Crime

Mukundan Unni is a driven advocate determined to succeed, relentlessly pursuing growth, wealth, and recognition. However, his unwavering ambition, fueled by a strong desire for more, ultimately has consequences.

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Joseph

2018 • 138 min

Drama, Thriller

Joseph, a retired police officer with a knack for solving mysteries, finds himself drawn back into the world of crime following the sudden death of his ex-wife.

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Joyful Mystery

2021 • 85 min

Maria, a young journalist, and Jithin, an aspiring actor, are in a relationship they keep secret from their parents. Against the backdrop of the COVID pandemic, this relationship drama explores the complexities of their intense conflict and the sometimes illogical…

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Bicycle Thieves

2013 • 147 min

A man and his three associates make their living by stealing bicycles and reselling them.

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Poomaram

2018 • 152 min

The film centers on the annual Mahatma Gandhi University Youth Festival, a yearly competition where various colleges within the university vie for the champion trophy.

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Hridayam

2022 • 172 min

Romance, Drama

Arun and Darshana, both first-year engineering students, quickly fall in love. Like many teenagers, their path together is full of unexpected challenges and unforeseen changes.

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Names Unknown

2014 • 110 min

The film follows a father in Kerala, a temporary cleaner, and his eight-year-old son, depicting the lives of those on the margins of society.

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Annmariya Kalippilaanu

2016 • 127 min

This 2016 Indian Malayalam children's film, directed by Midhun Manuel Thomas and written by Thomas and John Manthrichal, is produced by Alice George of Goodwill Entertainments. The cast includes Baby Sara, Sunny Wayne, and Aju Varghese.

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Operation Java

2021 • 146 min

Antony and Vinay Dasan, two skilled engineering graduates struggling to find work, get an unexpected opportunity. They offer a fresh approach to the cyber police investigating a film piracy case.

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Guppy

2016 • 158 min

Guppy (Master Chethan) makes a living breeding and selling guppies. He dreams of using the money to buy an automatic wheelchair for his mother, Rohini, who is ill. His life is disrupted by the arrival of Engineer Thejus Varkey (Tovino…

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Red Rain

2013 • 101 min

A young scientist investigates a series of strange occurrences: livestock dying inexplicably and unusual lights appearing in the sky. He becomes certain these events are the work of extraterrestrial beings.

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Love

2020 • 91 min

This is a story about a family and the different challenges a husband and wife face together.

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Report to Mother

1986 • 115 min

Purushan, traveling to Delhi, becomes deeply affected by the story of a young drummer who committed suicide. He gathers a group of people to accompany him, intending to share the news with the drummer's mother.

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