Kurup is a compelling 2021 Malayalam-language biographical crime thriller directed by Srinath Rajendran, based on the real-life story of India’s most wanted fugitive, Sukumara Kurup. The film stars Dulquer Salmaan in the titular role, supported by a strong cast including Indrajith Sukumaran, Tovino Thomas, Sunny Wayne, Shine Tom Chacko, Sobhita Dhulipala, Manoj Bajpayee, and Maya Menon. Kurup […]

2018 is a Malayalam-language disaster drama film released in 2023, directed by Jude Anthany Joseph and co-written with Akhil P. Dharmajan. The film is inspired by and depicts the devastating floods that struck Kerala in 2018—the worst in nearly a century—and celebrates the heroic efforts of ordinary people who emerged as saviors amid the calamity. […]

The Goat Life (originally titled Aadujeevitham) is a 2024 Malayalam biographical survival drama directed by Blessy, based on the best-selling Malayalam novel Aadujeevitham by Benyamin. The film stars Prithviraj Sukumaran in an extraordinary performance, alongside Jimmy Jean-Louis and others. The narrative unfolds in the deserts of Saudi Arabia, chronicling the real-life ordeal of a Malayali immigrant who endures excruciating […]

Padmarajan’s Thoovanathumbikal is more than just a film—it is a poetic experience, a meditation on love, longing, and the complexity of human emotions. Released in 1987, this Malayalam masterpiece is widely regarded as one of the greatest films ever made in Indian cinema, not only for its storytelling but also for the subtle symbolic layers that continue […]

Malayalam cinema has always had a flair for blending folklore, history, and human emotions into stories that resonate across generations. Among these timeless classics, Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha, directed by Hariharan and scripted by the genius M.T. Vasudevan Nair, stands tall as one of the greatest films ever made in Indian cinema. Released in 1989, this […]

In the history of Malayalam cinema, few films have managed to blend biting satire, realistic humor, and political commentary as seamlessly as Sandhesam. Directed by Sathyan Anthikad and written by Sreenivasan, the movie released in 1991 and has since attained cult status. Even decades later, its dialogues, situations, and characters remain relevant in Kerala’s socio-political […]

Kerala Varma Pazhassi Raja Movie Review Kerala Varma Pazhassi Raja is a landmark Malayalam epic that honors one of India’s earliest and fiercest resistors to British colonialism. Directed by Hariharan, scripted by M. T. Vasudevan Nair, and featuring a towering performance from Mammootty, this 2009 film transported audiences into the tumultuous world of late 18th-century […]

Ustad Hotel is a soul-stirring Malayalam drama directed by Anwar Rasheed and beautifully scripted by Anjali Menon. Launched in 2012, the film stars Dulquer Salmaan in a breakout lead as Faizi, supported by Thilakan, Nithya Menen, and Siddique. Seamlessly weaving family, food, and self-discovery, it is regarded as a defining film of Malayalam cinema’s “New Generation” movement. Story & […]

Kireedam is a Malayalam classic directed by Sibi Malayil and written by A.K. Lohithadas, featuring Mohanlal in one of his most unforgettable roles. Released in 1989, this tragic drama explores the fragile boundary between honor and fate, the weight of social labeling, and the bond between a father and son tested beyond imagination. Lauded as one […]

Kilukkam, directed by the master of Malayalam comedy Priyadarshan and written by Venu Nagavalli, is an all-time classic that set the gold standard for comedic storytelling in Indian cinema. Released in 1991, this film stars Mohanlal, Revathi, Jagathy Sreekumar, and features an ensemble cast including Thilakan and Innocent. With uproarious humor, unforgettable characters, and surprising […]

Godfather is a Malayalam action comedy-drama film released in 1991, written and directed by the celebrated duo Siddique–Lal. Produced by Appachan under Swargachithra Productions, the film emerged as a massive commercial hit and remains one of the most beloved classics in Malayalam cinema. With an ensemble cast featuring N. N. Pillai, Mukesh, Thilakan, Innocent, Kanaka, Jagadish, […]

Chemmeen is a timeless classic of Malayalam cinema, released in 1965 and directed by Ramu Kariat. The film is based on the award-winning novel by Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai and is widely acclaimed for its poetic storytelling, evocative cinematography, and profound exploration of social and cultural themes. Often regarded as one of the finest films in Indian […]