Did These Malayalam Masterpieces Go Unnoticed By You? Add Them To Your Watchlist Now

Directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery, Ee.Ma.Yau is a dark satire set in a coastal village, unraveling the chaos that follows a man’s sudden death. With brilliant performances and immersive storytelling, it captures the absurdity of life and death in a deeply rooted cultural context. A quiet masterpiece that didn’t get the mainstream love it deserved.

Guppy is a touching tale of dreams and resilience, set in a coastal town. With soulful music and strong performances by Master Chethan and Tovino Thomas, it’s a visually rich Malayalam gem that truly deserves more love.

Starring Prithviraj Sukumaran, Ranam unfolds in the crime-ridden streets of Detroit, exploring themes of identity, broken families, and redemption. With moody visuals and soulful storytelling, it’s a stylish Malayalam gem that deserved more attention.

Inspired by a real incident, Kismath tells the heartbreaking story of an interfaith couple fighting societal pressure and prejudice. The film explores the innocence of love clashing against rigid systems, with Shane Nigam delivering a powerful performance in one of his earliest roles.

Anuraga Karikkin Vellam is a heartwarming Malayalam drama about a cop and his son navigating love and relationships. Directed by Khalid Rahman, it blends humor and emotion, with standout performances by Biju Menon, Asif Ali, and Rajisha Vijayan.

Minimalist in style but rich in commentary, this political drama directed by Sanal Kumar Sasidharan unfolds over a day off from work. What starts as casual banter among friends slowly reveals the disturbing undercurrents of caste, privilege, and hypocrisy in society.

This coming-of-age mystery, directed by Rajeev Ravi, follows a police officer’s son who stumbles upon the dark truths of the justice system. With its slow-burn narrative and atmospheric tone, the film draws you into a murky world of moral ambiguity and unanswered questions.