Best Malayalam Movies of 2025
Malayalam cinema has always been a dynamic and evolving space, with its films capturing the essence of life in ways that resonate deeply with audiences. This carefully curated list brings together 20 standout movies that have shaped the landscape of Malayalam filmmaking, ranging from unforgettable classics to bold new experiments that challenge norms.
From films that blend genres with ease to those that delve into the complexities of human emotion, this list encapsulates the diversity of Malayalam cinema. These movies have captured stories of resilience, identity, love, and societal struggles, often highlighting the intricacies of everyday life in a way that's both relatable and profoundly moving. Through their unique storytelling, these films have not only entertained but also sparked important conversations about the world we live in.
In addition to honouring the films that have left a lasting legacy, this list also introduces some exciting upcoming releases that are set to push the boundaries even further. With their innovative themes, fresh narratives, and talented casts, these upcoming films are anticipated to add a new dimension to Malayalam cinema, continuing its tradition of excellence.
Together, this collection of films serves as a celebration of the past, present, and future of Malayalam cinema, reminding us of its power to inspire, challenge, and captivate.
...More30 Jan 2025
| Malayalam | Comedy | UABasil Joseph, Sajin Gopu, Lijo Mol Jose, Anand Manmadhan
Synopsis:While Jothish Shankar had great material to work with, he has taken the movie to another level with subtle touches
10 Oct 2025 | 1 hr 39 mins
| Malayalam | Drama, Family | USynopsis:The usthad’s old-fashioned notions about women get a jolt when he sees a Muslim woman efficiently handling work on a building site
07 Nov 2025 | 2 hrs 17 mins
| Malayalam | Drama, Romance | UARoshan Mathew, Zarin Shihab, Nandhu, Anand Manmadhan
Synopsis:Director Prasanth Vijay had taken a brave decision to take the narrative on a slow pace. And thanks to the good script and direction, there is no lag
31 Oct 2025
| Malayalam | ThrillerPranav Mohanlal, Gibin Gopinath, Manohari Joy, Arun Ajikumar
Synopsis:A rich young architect visits an old friend's house after her death by suicide. His life changes after he leaves the house with a keepsake.
28 Aug 2025 | 2 hrs 31 mins
| Telugu | Action, Comedy, Fantasy | UAKalyani Priyadarshan, Naslen K Gafoor, Sandy, Nishanth Sagar
Synopsis:the film does a good job of keeping us engaged without letting us delve too much on its negatives. And the positives are many
13 Jun 2025 | 2 hrs 2 mins
| Malayalam | Crime, Drama | UADileesh Pothan, Roshan Mathew, Sudhi Koppa, Krisha Kurup, lakshmi menon
Synopsis:The lives of two cops on night patrol change due to the incidents that unfold over the course of the night
30 May 2025 | 1 hr 58 mins
| Malayalam | Musical, Drama | UAAnunath VP, Sanjana Doss, Sreekanth Murali, Sujith Prapanchan, Meenakshi Raveendran
Synopsis:The film captures how society views people who dress or style themselves differently from what is considered 'normal'
23 May 2025 | 2 hrs 19 mins
| Malayalam | Crime, Drama, Thriller | UATovino Thomas, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Priyamvada Krishnan, Cheran
Synopsis:Narivetta is a brave, bold attempt. Amid all our entertainers, we periodically need cinema that shakes up the status quo
08 May 2025 | 2 hrs 4 mins
| Malayalam | Drama, Comedy, Fantasy | USuraj Venjaramoodu, Sharafudheen, Pooja Mohanraj, Niranjana Anoop
Synopsis:Four ECE students discover that their professor, Ranjith, is secretly using supernatural tricks to control the campus—and now he's after the new HOD, Shaji. As they dig deeper, they land in spooky trouble, from cursed gadgets to haunted labs. Can they escape before they dive in too deep?
27 Mar 2025
| Malayalam | Action, Crime, ThrillerSynopsis:A mass entertainer needs massy dialogues; this is a big miss in the movie
14 Feb 2025 | 2 hrs 19 mins
| Malayalam | Action, Drama | UAAntony Varghese, Lijo Mol Jose, Vijayaraghavan, Saiju Kurup, Aju Varghese
Synopsis:Former boxer Aashiq Abu (Antony Varghese Pepe) has left the ring behind and now leads a laid-back life, relying on small security jobs while his wife (Lijomol Jose) manages their household. Despite financial struggles, their small family, including their lively daughter, shares a peaceful life in the slums. However, an unexpected incident changes everything, forcing Abu to confront his past and step back into the world of boxing.
07 Feb 2025 | 1 hr 53 mins
| Malayalam | Comedy, Drama, Family | UAJoju George, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Alencier Ley Lopez, Garggi Ananthan, Shelly N Kumar
Synopsis:Three brothers, sons of Narayani, reunite at their childhood home as their mother lies on her deathbed, expected to take her last breath within a day or two. Meeting after a decade or more, they stand at the crossroads of love, resentment, and pretense—uncertain whether to reconcile, confront old wounds, or simply play their parts.
09 Jan 2025 | 2 hrs 19 mins
| Malayalam | Crime, Drama, Thriller | UAAsif Ali, Anaswara Rajan, Manoj K. Jayan, Harisree Ashokan
Synopsis:In Malakkapara, a man commits suicide after revealing his part in a crime. Police find a skeleton from the crime scene and starts investigating the identity of the person.
16 Oct 2025 | 1 hr 58 mins
| Malayalam | Drama, Comedy, Mystery, Thriller | USharafudheen, Anupama Parameswaran, Vinay Forrt, Shyam Mohan
Synopsis:
16 Oct 2025 | 2 hrs 18 mins
| Malayalam | Drama | UARima Kallingal, Meenakshi Raveendran, Dain Davis, Balaji Sharma, Pramod Veliyanad
Synopsis:On a forgotten island in Kerala, between sacred groves and shimmering backwaters, Meera and her mother live quietly, believing that the kaavu’s snakes protect them. But one small insect bite changes everything, pulling them into a world where survival has a price and faith collides with greed
10 Oct 2025 | 1 hr 45 mins
| Malayalam | Comedy | UAUnni Raj, Renji Kankol, Vineeth Chakyar, Dhanesh Koliyat
Synopsis:The film is, at its core, a delightful peek into small-town voyeurism and moral theatre, a comedy of errors where curiosity becomes community entertainment
10 Oct 2025
| Malayalam | Mystery, Thriller, FantasyMathew Thomas, Meenakshi Unnikrishnan, Sarath Sabha, Roshan Shanavas
Synopsis:All the departments come together brilliantly to give you scares that get under your skin and stay with you scene after scene
26 Sep 2025 | 2 hrs 34 mins
| Malayalam | Drama | UAShane Nigam, Shanthanu Bhagyaraj, K. Selvaraghavan, Poornima Indrajith
Synopsis:Post-interval, with a focus on lengthy action and fight sequences, and even a romance that doesn’t really strike a chord, the film feels like a wasted opportunity
28 Aug 2025 | 2 hrs 31 mins
| Malayalam | Comedy, Drama | UMohanlal, Malavika Mohanan, Siddique, Lalu Alex
Synopsis:On the whole, Hridayapoorvam is a nice, feel good, family film, and maybe, it is just what might appeal to Malayali audiences during this festive season
22 Aug 2025 | 2 hrs 1 min
| Malayalam | Drama, Romance | UArjun Ashokan, Revathy Sharma, Devadarshini, Sarath Sabha
Synopsis:A young man with vitiligo
