7 Malayalam Action Thrillers To Watch If You Liked Joju George's Antony

Dulquer Salmaan's King of Kotha is one among the best action dramas, which released in 2023. The movie directed by Abhilash Joshiy and also marked his directorial debut.The film delves into the shadowy side of the imaginary town of Kotha and chronicles the life and times of Rajendran Raju, often known as Raju Madrassi, a vicious mob boss who controls the area. Apart from Dulquer Salmaan, it also features many talneted actors  Aishwarya Lekshmi, Gokul Suresh, Prasanna, Chemban Vinod Jose, Nyla Usha, and Shanthi Krishna.

Kaduva is directed by Shaji Kailas  and written by Jinu V. Abraham. It is a typical men-centric commercial Malayalam film fixated on establishing a male protagonist’s superhuman strength and prowess. Prithviraj who played a lead role in the movie, which grabbed the audience attention with his power-packed performance.His screen presence, punch dialogues, and attitude is excellent in every frame of the movie. For those who enjoy thrilling and larger-than-life cinema, 'Kaduva' is an absolute must-watch.

Helmed by Prithviraj Sukumaran, the film weaves a tale of intrigue, suspense, and action, making it a standout in the Malayalam film industry. With Mohanlal in a commanding role, the movie has etched a lasting impact on viewers, solidifying its place as a significant and memorable addition to the landscape of Indian cinema. Written by Murali Gopy, and the film produced by Antony Perumbavoor under the banner of Ashirvard Cinemas. Apart from Mohanlal, the movie features actors Vivek Oberoi, Manju Warrier, Indrajith Sukumaran, Saniya Iyappan, Sai Kumar, Baiju Santhosh, Kalabhavan Shajohn, Nyla Usha in supporting roles.

Mammootty, an iconic figure in the Malayalam film industry, commands the spotlight in the daring film 'Rorschach.' Helmed by director Nissam Basheer, this neo-noir thriller presents a visual extravaganza for aficionados of the genre, delivering a spellbinding and enigmatic cinematic journey.

Pulimurugan' was the first Malayalam film to make over Rs 100 crore at the box office. Directed by Vyshakh, the movie which revolves around a skilled hunter portrayed by Mohanlal, as he protects his village from man-eating tigers and confronts dangerous adversaries. This is an action movie that’s also packed with a lot of thrillers and is definitely worth watching.

Released in 2019, the movie gained widespread acclaim for its unique storyline, compelling narrative, and remarkable technical aspects. Adapted from a short story by S. Hareesh, the film revolves around a buffalo that escapes and creates chaos in a remote village in Kerala. Directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery, the film featured Antony Varghese in the lead role.

Thrissur Pooram transforms into an action-packed drama featuring Jayasurya in the role of Pullu Giri. Formerly an ex-gangster based in Thrissur, Giri now leads a peaceful life with his family and friends. The narrative takes a riveting turn as Giri, along with his loved ones, becomes entangled in a conflict with the modern-day villains of Thrissur, shaping the gripping storyline of the film.