Year Ender 2024:10 Best Malayalam Thriller Movies

Sookshamadarshini stands out as a brilliant thriller that captivates audiences with its tightly woven screenplay and engaging narrative. The film masterfully blends suspense and intrigue, ensuring viewers are hooked from start to finish. Directed by M.C. Jithin, it features standout performances by Nazriya Nazim and Basil Joseph in the lead roles, bringing depth and authenticity to the story. 

Set across three generations, ARM is an adrenaline-pumping adventure crafted by Sujith Nambiar and scripted by Deepu Pradeep. Tovino Thomas stuns audiences with his triple role as a grandfather, father, and grandson, each uniquely styled to stand out. Released in theaters on September 12, ARM quickly joined the 100-crore club, cementing its status as one of the best thriller movies of the year.

Kishkindha Kaandam is a standout psychological thriller of the year, helmed by director Dinjith Ayyathan. With a stellar cast led by Asif Ali, alongside Aparna Balamurali, Vijayaraghavan, and Jagadish, the film was crafted on a budget of ₹7 crore. Over two months, it garnered an impressive ₹70 crore worldwide, emerging as one of the year’s top grossers. 

Amal Neerad's Bougainvillea is a gripping psychological thriller that unravels the story of a family caught in a police investigation surrounding the mysterious disappearance of tourists in Kerala. Adapted from Lajo Jose’s novel Ruthinte Lokam, the film's screenplay is co-written by Lajo Jose and Amal Neerad, promising a compelling narrative filled with suspense and intrigue.

This intriguing thriller tells the story of a married woman and a rebellious man who meet in a surreal setting, despite their vastly different worlds. As their journey unfolds, they discover unexpected similarities that transform their outlook on life. Featuring Amala Paul and Sharaf U Dheen in pivotal roles, the film, directed by Arfaz Ayub, premiered in theaters in July and is now available to stream on Amazon Prime Video.

This horror fantasy drama, written and directed by Rahul Sadasivan, features Mammootty in a gripping negative role, adding intensity to the film's chilling atmosphere. Combining supernatural elements with a suspenseful narrative, the movie keeps viewers on edge, with Mammootty’s performance elevating the eerie experience.

Directed by Jis Joy, Thalavan released in theaters on May 24 and quickly garnered praise for its engaging narrative and exceptional performances. The story centers around two police officers, one of whom is implicated as a prime suspect in a murder investigation. Biju Menon and Asif Ali shine in the lead roles, bringing depth to their characters. The film also features strong performances from Anusree as Remya and Miya George as Jayashankar’s wife. With its compelling plot and powerful performances, Thalavan stands out as a must-see film.

Manjummel Boys, directed by Chidambaram, features a stellar cast and quickly became the third blockbuster of the year. Based on the real-life 2006 Kodaikanal rescue incident, the film follows a group of friends from a small district in Kochi who embark on a vacation to Kodaikanal. However, their trip turns disastrous when they get trapped in the Guna Caves.

This mystery thriller follows a police officer investigating a murder that takes place inside the office of a corporate firm. As the officer is presented with several seemingly unrelated clues, he starts to piece them together like a puzzle throughout his investigation. Directed by Samjad PS, who co-wrote the script with Praveen Viswanath, the film stars Ranjith Sajeev, Dileesh Pothan, Siddique, Sunny Wayne, Chinnu Chandhini, and Alencier Ley Lopez in significant roles.

Directed by Darwin Kuriakose in his directorial debut, Anweshippin Kandethum is an investigative crime thriller starring Tovino Thomas, Aadhya Prasad, Vijayakumar, Siddique, Indrans, and more. The film, inspired by real events in Kerala, weaves fictional elements into its gripping storyline, delivering a compelling narrative that keeps audiences on edge.