5 Must-Watch Malayalam Movies Trending On OTT Right Now

Pennum Porattum, the directorial debut of actor Rajesh Madhavan, is one of the latest Malayalam releases on Netflix. The story revolves around a dog and a strong-willed woman named Charulatha, who challenge the rigid restrictions imposed by the villagers. As events unfold, their actions begin to reveal the cruelty, prejudice, and hypocrisy hidden within the community, turning the narrative into a thought-provoking social drama.

Based on real-life events, the crime-comedy tells the story of a woman who scams men in Kerala and Karnataka by posing as a bride under different identities. However, her carefully planned fraud begins to collapse when she is caught during one attempt, leading to a police investigation that slowly exposes the truth behind the scheme. The film features Nikhila Vimal in the lead role and is directed by debut filmmaker Febin Sidharth. It is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video.

Directed by Ajay Shaji, this crime thriller follows a crime journalist whose life takes an unexpected turn after a strange incident. His encounter with a convicted criminal, who claims to be involved in a horrifying crime, pulls him into a web of mystery and suspense. As the story unfolds, it explores deep emotional conflicts and psychological tensions. If you missed the film in theatres, you can now watch it on Sun NXT.

The story revolves around a group of friends who travel to Khajuraho as tourists but soon realize the struggles faced by the town’s residents. As they rethink their purpose, they join hands with the locals and take a stand against powerful forces, including the government and a multinational company. Directed by Manoj Vasudev, the film stars Sharaf U Dheen, Arjun Ashokan, Sreenath Bhasi, Aditi Ravi, Dhruvan, and Chandhunadh. Khajuraho Dreams is now available on the Saina Play platform.

Helmed by debut filmmaker Adhvaith Nayar, this action-comedy unfolds within the wrestling scene of Kochi. The film centers on brothers who start a WWE-inspired costume wrestling competition in their town, leading to a series of fun and chaotic events. The movie features Arjun Ashokan, Roshan Mathew, Vishak Nair, and Ishan Shoukath in key roles, with Mammootty appearing in a cameo. Chatha Pacha is currently streaming on Netflix.