- By Swati Singh
- Mon, 10 Mar 2025 05:31 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Best Malayalam Dark Comedy Movies On OTT: For fans of Malayalam cinema, particularly those who enjoy the dark comedy genre, there's exciting news! A slew of gripping Malayalam dark comedy movies has made its way to popular OTT platforms, including Netflix and JioHotstar. The list of available films includes the likes of Ponman and Thallumaala, among others, offering a diverse range of narratives that blend humor with intricate storytelling.
Best Malayalam Dark Comedy Movies On OTT
Sookshmadarshini
Sookshmadarshini is a 2024 Malayalam mystery thriller film directed by M. C. Jithin. The movie stars Nazriya Nazim and Basil Joseph, and follows Priyadarshini and friends as they investigate a bakery owner's return to their neighborhood. Released on November 22, 2024, it received positive reviews and grossed ₹55 crore worldwide.
Sookshmadarshini had a strong box office run, grossing ₹4.1 crore worldwide on its opening day and ₹10.1 crore in two days. By the end of its second week, it collected ₹44 crore worldwide, ultimately grossing ₹55 crore globally, with ₹32 crore from India and ₹23 crore from overseas.
You can watch Sookshmadarshini on JioHotstar.
Ponman
Ponman, a 2025 Indian Malayalam-language dark comedy film, has been making waves in the cinematic world. Directed by the talented Jothish Shankar, the movie boasts an impressive ensemble cast, including Basil Joseph, Sajin Gopu, Lijomol Jose, Anand Manmadhan and Deepak Parambol. The film's narrative is based on the captivating novel "Naalanchu Cheruppakar" penned by renowned author GR Indugopan. Ponman was released on January 30, 2025, and has since garnered widespread acclaim from both critics and audiences alike. Interestingly, the picturesque city of Kollam served as the primary location for the film, with various iconic spots such as Munrothuruth, Thanni, Chinnakada, Kundara and Thekkumbhagam providing the perfect backdrop for the story to unfold. The movie's filming process took the cast and crew to numerous locations across Kollam, capturing the essence of the city and its people in a unique and captivating way.
Ponman is scheduled to be released on JioHotstar on March 14, 2025.
Romancham
Romancham, a 2023 Indian Malayalam-language comedy horror film, marks the impressive directorial debut of Jithu Madhavan, who also penned the screenplay. Drawing inspiration from his own real-life experiences and those of his friends during their college days, the film boasts an talented ensemble cast, featuring Soubin Shahir, Arjun Ashokan, Sajin Gopu, Siju Sunny, Abin Bino, Anantharaman Ajay and Afsal P. H. in key roles.
The narrative unfolds in a men's hostel in Bangalore, where seven bachelors, fueled by curiosity and a sense of adventure, attempt to summon a spirit using a Ouija board. The film's soundtrack, composed by the talented Sushin Shyam, perfectly complements the movie's eerie and humorous tone. Released on February 3, 2023, Romancham emerged as a major commercial success, securing its place as the fifth highest-grossing Malayalam film of 2023.
The movie is now available to stream on JioHotstar.
Thallumaala
Thallumaala, a 2022 Indian Malayalam-language action comedy film, marks a notable collaboration between acclaimed director Khalid Rahman and a talented ensemble cast. Produced by Ashiq Usman and penned by Muhsin Parari and Ashraf Hamza, the movie boasts an impressive lineup of actors, including Tovino Thomas, Kalyani Priyadarshan, Shine Tom Chacko, and Chemban Vinod Jose. The film's principal photography commenced in October 2021, laying the groundwork for a cinematic experience that would captivate audiences. The music, composed by Vishnu Vijay, perfectly complements the movie's tone, while the editing and cinematography, handled by Nishadh Yusuf and Jimshi Khalid respectively, add to the film's visual and narrative appeal. Thallumaala was theatrically released on August 12, 2022, to widespread critical acclaim and impressive box office numbers, grossing ₹50 crore worldwide and emerging as the highest-grossing film in Tovino Thomas' illustrious career.
Thallumaala is streaming on Netflix.
