A guide to Malayalam cinema.
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ബത്ലഹേം കുടുംബ യൂണിറ്റ്
Ashley’s homecoming from abroad reunites her with Justin, her first love. Their unexpected reunion soon becomes the subject of gossip within a close-knit Catholic neighbourhood community.
Anand Ekarshi’s Malayalam ensemble drama Aattam won Best Feature Film at India’s 70th National Film Awards after opening the Indian Panorama feature section at IFFI 54.
Release snapshot · 19 August 2026
The performers and filmmakers driving this week’s Malayalam cinema conversation.
Actor · Author
Why now: She makes her screen debut as the lead of Thudakkam, released on 7 August 2026.
Before acting, Vismaya published poetry and pursued photography and visual art. Read the debut interview.
Director · Screenwriter
Why now: The filmmaker directed and co-wrote Thudakkam, following the international attention earned by 2018.
He debuted with Ohm Shanthi Oshaana; his survival drama 2018 became India’s submission for the 96th Academy Awards. Read his latest project update.
Actor · Producer
Why now: He stars as civil police officer Shelly in the psychological crime drama Unmadham.
His Malayalam film career spans more than two decades and over 100 films, from Aniyathipravu to contemporary thrillers. Read about Unmadham.
MMDb mood selector
Three recent Malayalam releases, chosen by feeling rather than ranking.
മധുരമീ ജീവിതം
Why it worksA warm ensemble story about ageing, relationships, and the quiet beauty hidden in ordinary family life.
More Malayalam cinema
ഭ്രമയുഗം
2024 · Period folk horror
മഞ്ഞുമ്മൽ ബോയ്സ്
2024 · Survival thriller
ആവേശം
2024 · Action comedy
പ്രേമലു
2024 · Romantic comedy
ആട്ടം
2023 · National Award-winning drama
ഉള്ളൊഴുക്ക്
2024 · Family drama
MMDb editorial path
Begin with an iconic psychological mystery, move through Malayalam cinema’s New Wave, and arrive at today’s boldest voices.
