- By Swati Singh
- Tue, 23 Jul 2024 12:04 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
8 Best Malayalam Cinematic Masterpieces On OTT: The Malayalam film industry has undergone a significant transformation, elevating its content and extending its influence into the Hindi cinema sphere through dubbed films. Recently, a plethora of exceptional Malayalam movies have emerged, showcasing the industry's creative prowess and also ruling the box office. These cinematic gems are now accessible to a broader audience, streaming on prominent OTT platforms such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+Hotstar, and others, thereby bridging the regional gap and reaching a wider viewership.
8 Best Malayalam Cinematic Masterpieces On OTT
Kumbalangi Nights (Amazon Prime Video)
Kumbalangi Nights is a 2019 Malayalam drama film directed by Madhu C. Narayanan, written by Syam Pushkaran, and produced by Fahadh Faasil and Nazriya Nazim. The film features an ensemble cast, including Soubin Shahir, Shane Nigam, Fahadh Faasil, and Sreenath Bhasi, with newcomers Anna Ben, Grace Antony, and Mathew Thomas. The technical crew includes Shyju Khalid (cinematography), Saiju Sreedharan (editing), and Sushin Shyam (music).
Premam (Amazon Prime Video)
While George's first love turns out to be a disappointment, Malar, a college lecturer, rekindles his love interest. His romantic journey takes him through several stages, helping him find his purpose.
Bangalore Days (Amazon Prime Video)
Cousins, Divya, Kuttan and Arjun, fulfill their childhood dream of relocating to Bangalore. As they embrace the warmth of the city, they also face challenges that transform their lives.
Devasuram (Amazon Prime Video)
Neelakanthan squanders away the inheritance left by his father. However, his life turns upside down when his mother reveals a terrible secret on her deathbed that changes the course of his life.
Anweshippin Kandethum (Netflix)
Anweshippin Kandethum is a 2024 Malayalam police procedural drama film directed by Darwin Kuriakose and written by Jinu V Abraham. Produced by Darwin Kuriakose and Dolwin Kuriakose, the movie stars Tovino Thomas in the lead role, supported by a talented ensemble cast including Indrans, Siddique, Shammi Thilakan, Sadiq, Azees Nedumangad, and Baburaj.
Kannur Squad (Netflix)
Kannur Squad is a 2023 Malayalam crime thriller film directed by Roby Varghese Raj and written by Muhammed Shafi and Rony David Raj. The film stars Mammootty, Azees Nedumangad, and others, and is produced by Mammootty under his banner. It's based on the true story of a police team, the Kannur Squad, led by former SP S. Sreejith IPS.
Angamaly Diaries (Netflix)
Angamaly Diaries is a 2017 Malayalam crime film directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery and written by Chemban Vinod Jose. The film features 86 new actors, including Antony Varghese and Anna Rajan, and is produced by Vijay Babu under Friday Film House. The film's climax features a record-breaking 11-minute single take with over 1000 artists.
Aadujeevitham (Netflix)
Indian migrant worker Najeeb Muhammed goes to Saudi Arabia to earn money to send back home, but he finds himself living a slave-like existence herding goats in the middle of the desert.