Anantaram (1987), directed and written by Adoor Gopalakrishnan, is an extraordinary Malayalam psychological drama that explores the complexities of human consciousness, memory, and identity through an innovative narrative structure. Featuring Ashokan, Shobhana, and Mammootty in pivotal roles, Anantaram stands as a landmark in Indian cinema, renowned for its experimental storytelling and profound character study. Often described as […]
Vanaprastham (1999) is a profound and poetic Malayalam film directed by the acclaimed filmmaker Shaji N. Karun. Often referred to as The Last Dance, the film gracefully weaves together themes of identity, caste isolation, cultural tradition, and personal tragedy against the backdrop of the classical dance-drama art form—Kathakali. With Mohanlal delivering one of the most powerful performances […]
Spadikam (1995) is a landmark Malayalam action drama film directed and co-written by Bhadran. Featuring Mohanlal in one of his most iconic roles as Thomas Chacko alias Aadu Thoma, the film explores the turbulent relationship between a strong-willed son and his strict, unyielding father, set against the backdrop of a small Kerala town. With its powerful […]
Chithram (translating to “Picture”) is a landmark Malayalam screwball comedy film that premiered in 1988. Directed and written by Priyadarshan, the film marked a turning point in comedic storytelling for Malayalam cinema, combining wit, emotional depth, and an engaging plot to achieve remarkable success. Starring the legendary Mohanlal alongside Ranjini, Nedumudi Venu, Sreenivasan, and a supporting […]
Pranchiyettan & The Saint is a Malayalam satirical comedy-drama released in 2010, directed by Ranjith and starring the legendary Mammootty in the titular role. Written by Ranjith and based on contemporary society’s quirks, the film is a witty exploration of identity, social status, insecurities, and the desire for respect and recognition. Set in the culturally […]
Maheshinte Prathikaaram (2016) is a delightful Malayalam-language comedy-drama and slice-of-life film marking the impressive directorial debut of Dileesh Pothan. Written by Syam Pushkaran and produced by Aashiq Abu, the film stars Fahadh Faasil in the title role, alongside Aparna Balamurali, Anusree, and Soubin Shahir, among others. Rooted deeply in the cultural and scenic milieu of Idukki’s […]
Joji (2021) is a Malayalam-language crime drama film directed by Dileesh Pothan, with a screenplay by Syam Pushkaran. Inspired by William Shakespeare’s tragedy Macbeth, the movie transposes the tale of ambition, moral conflict, and fate into the context of a contemporary Kerala family, offering a slow-burn character study punctuated by dark humor and psychological intensity. The film […]
Kumbalangi Nights is a critically acclaimed Malayalam-language romantic comedy-drama film released in 2019, marking the directorial debut of Madhu C. Narayanan. Written by Syam Pushkaran and produced by Fahadh Faasil and Nazriya Nazim, the film is set in the picturesque fishing village of Kumbalangi, near Kochi, Kerala. It features an ensemble cast including Soubin Shahir, […]
Bangalore Days is a heartwarming Malayalam coming-of-age romantic drama film released in 2014, directed and written by Anjali Menon. This film explores the lives of three cousins from Kerala—Divya, Kuttan, and Arjun—who move to the bustling cosmopolitan city of Bangalore to live out their dreams. Filled with humor, emotions, relatable conflicts, and authentic relationships, the […]
Ennu Ninte Moideen is a powerful, poignant Malayalam-language biographical romantic drama released in 2015. It is directed by R.S. Vimal and stars Prithviraj Sukumaran and Parvathy Thiruvothu in lead roles. The film narrates the real-life tragic love story of Kanchanamala (Kancha) and B.P. Moideen, set against the socio-cultural backdrop of the 1960s and 1970s Kerala. […]
