If You Like Intense Police Thrillers, These Five Shahi Kabir Films Are Unmissable

Shahi Kabir’s latest directorial venture, Ronth, stands out as one of the most gripping and realistic police thrillers in recent Malayalam cinema. Featuring powerful performances by Dileesh Pothan and Roshan Mathew, the film explores the clash of ideologies between two police officers, layered with sharp socio-political commentary. Penned by Shahi Kabir himself, Ronth is jointly produced by Vineet Jain, Rathish Ambat, Renjith EVM, and Jojo Jose under the banners of Festival Cinemas and Junglee Pictures. The film’s technical brilliance is elevated by Anil Johnson’s evocative music, Manesh Madhavan’s striking cinematography, and crisp editing by Praveen Mangalath.

Officer On Duty, helmed by Jithu Ashraf and penned by Shahi Kabir, stars Kunchacko Boban alongside Priyamani, Jagadish, Vishak Nair, Manoj KU, Srikant Murali, Unni Lalu, Ramzan, and several promising newcomers. The film’s technical crew includes Kannur Squad director Roby Varghese Raj as the cinematographer, Jakes Bejoy as the music composer, and Chaman Chakko as the editor. Produced by Martin Prakkat Films in collaboration with The Green Room, the project is backed by Siby Chavara and Ranjith Nair.

This critically acclaimed Malayalam political thriller, directed by Martin Prakkat and written by Shahi Kabir, is a gripping tale of survival and systemic injustice. Titled Nayattu, which means 'The Hunt,' the film follows three police officers who find themselves fleeing from the very system they once upheld. As political pressure mounts, their desperate journey lays bare the harsh realities of power, corruption, and moral compromise.

Ela Veezha Poonchira marks the directorial debut of Shahi Kabir and features Soubin Shahir in a compelling lead role. Set in the eerie and isolated landscape of a hill station with no mobile connectivity, the film delves into the haunting solitude and psychological turmoil faced by a lone police officer stationed there. With its atmospheric tension and introspective storytelling, the film offers a gripping exploration of guilt, isolation, and the human psyche.

Joseph is a gripping Malayalam crime thriller directed by M. Padmakumar and written by Shahi Kabir. The film stars Joju George in a career-defining role, where his subtle, emotionally charged performance earned critical acclaim and several accolades, including the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actor. With its haunting narrative and realistic approach, Joseph stands out as a deeply moving exploration of loss, morality, and hidden corruption within the healthcare system.