Highest Grossing Malayalam Movies Of All Time

Romancham is a horror-comedy that captivated audiences with its perfect mix of suspense, humor, and engaging performances. The film emerged as a commercial success, earning ₹70 crore at the box office and becoming one of the standout Malayalam films of its release year 2023.

This high-octane action-comedy, Turbo, entertained audiences with fast-paced sequences, humor, and a star-studded cast, emerging as a box office hit. Mammootty’s dynamic performance added extra charm and energy, making the film even more engaging for viewers.    

Helmed by Alphonse Puthren, Premam is a heartwarming Malayalam romantic drama featuring Nivin Pauly, Sai Pallavi, and Anupama Parameswaran. Celebrated for its touching portrayal of love and friendship and its soulful music, the film emerged as a major hit, grossing ₹72 crore.

Starring Mohanlal and Malavika Mohanan, Hridayapoorvam is a heartwarming Malayalam drama celebrated for its emotional storytelling, relatable characters, and memorable performances. The film earned ₹77 crore, becoming a major box office success and a beloved family favorite.

A standout in Malayalam cinema, KishKindha Kaandam is a layered mystery-drama praised for its captivating performances and tight screenplay. Helmed by Dinjith Ayyathan and led by Asif Ali and Aparna Balamurali, the film delivers a gripping and unforgettable viewing experience.

Vineeth Sreenivasan’s Varshangalkku Shesham is a heartwarming family drama that struck a chord with audiences. With its engaging storytelling, memorable performances, and emotional depth, the film became a major box office success.

Kurup is a biographical crime thriller directed by Srinath Rajendran and starring Dulquer Salmaan in the lead role. The film is based on the real-life story of Sukumara Kurup, one of India’s most wanted fugitives. Released on November 12, 2021, across over 1,500 screens worldwide, it became a major box office success, grossing ₹81 crore.

RDX: Robert Dony Xavier is among the highest-grossing Malayalam films of 2023. Directed by debutant Nahas Hidayath, this action thriller showcases Shane Nigam, Antony Varghese, and Neeraj Madhav in the lead roles. Praised for its high-octane action sequences, gripping storyline, and strong performances, the film has struck a chord with audiences, establishing itself as one of the standout Malayalam releases of the year.

Directed by Rahul Sadasivan, Bramayugam is a landmark in Malayalam horror cinema. Set in the 17th century and presented in striking black-and-white, the film blends folklore, mythology, and social allegory to deliver a suspenseful and haunting experience. Mammootty shines as the menacing antagonist Kodumon Potti, leaving a chilling impact with his powerful performance.

Mohanlal and Jeethu Joseph’s courtroom drama Neru has become a global sensation, entering the ₹100 crore club on its 35th day at the worldwide box office. Known for its gripping narrative, intense courtroom sequences, and Mohanlal’s powerful performance, the film has captivated audiences both in India and internationally, solidifying its place as a major commercial and critical success in Malayalam cinema.

Bheeshmaparvam, directed by Amal Neerad and starring Mammootty in the lead role, is a gripping action-drama that became one of the highest-grossing Malayalam films. Praised for its intense storyline, powerful performances, and stellar cinematic execution, the film left a lasting impact on audiences.

This family comedy-drama, directed by Vipin Das, stars Prithviraj Sukumaran, Basil Joseph, Nikhila Vimal, and Anaswara Rajan. Loved for its heartwarming humor and engaging performances, the film became a major box office success, delighting audiences across Kerala.

Megastar Mammootty’s Kannur Squad is one of the finest Malayalam action thrillers in recent times. Released in theaters in 2023, the film became a massive hit, joining the coveted 100-crore club worldwide. Packed with high-octane action, intense drama, and Mammootty’s commanding presence, it has left a lasting mark on Malayalam cinema.

This fantasy film, starring Tovino Thomas, hit theaters in September 2024 and quickly became a box office success, reportedly earning ₹106.75 crore. Praised for its imaginative storyline, captivating visuals, and Tovino’s engaging performance, the film captured the audience’s imagination and solidified its place as one of the standout releases of the year.

Marco, starring Unni Mukundan, joined the ₹100 crore club in its fourth week in theaters, marking a major milestone for the action thriller. Directed by Haneef Adeni and produced by Cubes Entertainment, the film features a strong ensemble cast including Siddique, Jagadish, Sudev Nair, and Anson Paul in key roles.

Lucifer, helmed by Prithviraj Sukumaran, is an action-packed political drama that became a milestone in Malayalam cinema, thanks to its star-studded cast and high-voltage sequences. Released in 2019, the film went on to become a massive box office success, breaking records and earning widespread acclaim for its gripping narrative and larger-than-life presentation.

Premalu has emerged as a major box office success, reportedly collecting ₹136.25 crore. This impressive performance makes it the sixth highest-grossing Malayalam film of all time and the fourth-highest-grossing Malayalam release of 2024. Known for its compelling storyline, strong performances, and wide audience appeal, Premalu has firmly established itself as one of the standout hits in recent Malayalam cinema.

Pulimurugan, featuring Mohanlal in the lead, made history as the first Malayalam film to surpass the ₹100-crore mark at the box office. With its high-octane action and grand cinematic scale, it set a new benchmark for commercial success in the industry.

Aadujeevitham: The Goat Life, released in March 2024, is a survival drama starring Prithviraj Sukumaran that captured both audience attention and critical acclaim. The film reportedly collected ₹158.50 crore at the box office, marking it as one of the standout Malayalam releases of the year.

Fahadh Faasil–Jeethu Joseph’s Aavesham reportedly collected ₹156 crore worldwide at the box office. This action-comedy drama has been praised for its entertaining blend of thrilling action sequences and humor, with Fahadh Faasil delivering a standout performance that resonated with audiences across India and overseas.

Jude Anthany Joseph’s 2018 has made history as the first Malayalam film to cross the ₹200 crore mark. Based on the devastating 2018 Kerala floods, the film, titled 2018 – Everyone is a Hero, stars Tovino Thomas in the lead role and features an ensemble cast including Kunchacko Boban, Aparna Balamurali, Vineeth Sreenivasan, Asif Ali, Lal, Indrans, Narain, Tanvi Ram, Sshivada, Kalaiyarasan, Aju Varghese, Siddique, Joy Mathew, and Sudheesh in pivotal roles.

Mohanlal–Tharun Moorthy’s Thudarum has emerged as one of the highest-grossing Malayalam films in recent times. Blending emotion and action, this revenge thriller showcases Mohanlal’s powerful performance and marks Shobana’s impressive comeback after 16 years, making their reunion a nostalgic highlight for audiences.

Manjummel Boys, featuring Soubin Shahir and Sreenath Bhasi in lead roles, has made a remarkable mark in Malayalam cinema by becoming the first film from the industry to enter the ₹200 crore club within just 70 days of its release. The movie’s engaging storyline, strong performances, and widespread audience appeal contributed to its massive box office success, solidifying its place as a milestone in the industry.

L2: Empuraan has emerged as the second-highest-grossing film in the Malayalam film industry, following Lokah: Chapter 1 - Chandra. Directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran, the multi-starrer also set a new record by becoming the first Malayalam film to enter the ₹100 crore club within just 48 hours of its release.

Kalyani Priyadarshan's Lokah: Chapter 1 - Chandra made history in Malayalam cinema as the first film from the industry to surpass the ₹300 crore mark worldwide. Directed by Dominic Arun and written by Santhy Balachandran, the film stars Kalyani Priyadarshan alongside Naslen and is produced by Dulquer Salmaan. It is celebrated as the biggest female-led film from South India and the second biggest female-led film in the country, achieving remarkable success both in India and overseas.