For fans of police procedurals like Ratsasan or Mumbai Mafia , this film is a gem. Tovino Thomas plays a no-nonsense sub-inspector tasked with solving two challenging cases from the 1990s. The film’s strength lies in its realistic depiction of police work—no gravity-defying stunts, just fingerprinting, evidence gathering, and interrogation. The narrative is tight, and the 90s period recreation is authentic. While the first half focuses on a theft case, the second half delves into a chilling murder mystery. A solid, gripping watch for thriller enthusiasts. 5. Varshangalkku Shesham (Period Musical Drama) Director: Vineeth Sreenivasan Cast: Pranav Mohanlal, Dhyan Sreenivasan, Nivin Pauly (cameo)
Megastar Mammootty delivers a career-defining performance in this atmospheric, slow-burn horror film. Shot entirely in stunning black and white, Bramayugam transports you to 17th-century Kerala. Mammootty plays Kodumon Potti, a menacing, aristocratic sorcerer who feeds on the fear and servitude of his guests. The film is a metaphorical exploration of caste oppression and untouchability, wrapped in a folk legend. With minimal characters and a claustrophobic tharavad (ancestral home) as the primary setting, the movie relies purely on performance and sound design. A cult classic in the making for art-house horror fans. 3. Premalu (Romantic Comedy) Director: Girish A.D. Cast: Naslen K. Gafoor, Mamitha Baiju, Sangeeth Prathap new released malayalam movies
If you need a break from heavy thrillers, Premalu is the perfect antidote. Following the success of Super Sharanya , director Girish A.D. delivers a laugh riot set against the backdrop of Hyderabad’s tech scene. The film follows Sachin (Naslen), a lazy engineering graduate who dreams of moving to the UK but finds himself entangled in a hilarious, relatable romance with a smart, ambitious girl. The chemistry between the lead pair, the witty Gen-Z dialogue, and the situational comedy make this one of the most rewatchable films of the year. Pure fun. Great for a family or friends’ night out. 4. Anweshippin Kandethum (Investigative Drama) Director: Darwin Kuriakose Cast: Tovino Thomas, Siddique, Harish Uthaman For fans of police procedurals like Ratsasan or