Malayalam OTT Releases this week Apr 21-27: Empuraan, Extra Decent, Kummattikali & Am Ah

This week has a lot of releases in various languages. There are 4 must watch movies in Malayalam.  From adrenaline-pumping action and political drama to dark comedies and slow-burn thrillers, there’s something for everyone. Empuraan, the much-awaited sequel to Lucifer, takes us deeper into the world of Khureshi Ab’raam, played by Mohanlal, while Extra Decent offers a darkly humorous yet emotional tale of trauma and family drama. 

Am Ah OTT Release: Slow burning mystery movie

Am Ah is a 2025 Malayalam mystery thriller that blends serene hillscapes with suspense. Directed by Thomas K. Sebastian, the drama takes place against the fog-covered hills of Idukki, where road supervisor Stephen's mundane job takes an unexpected turn. With powerhouse performances by Dileesh Pothan and Devadarshini, the film is an interesting watch. Following an 84‑day theatrical run in Kerala, "Am Ah" is now finally available on OTT.

5 Timeless Mohanlal‑Shobana Films Each Fan Should Replay Again

Malayalam film industry is buzzing with the return of superstar Mohanlal and award-winning actress Shobana on screen after a 15-year gap in the new drama Thudaram . Directed by Tharun Moorthy, who has worked on  Operation Java , the movie guarantees an interesting mix of suspense, humor, and nostalgia. 

Dheeram OTT Release: Indrajith Investigative Thriller

Indrajith Sukumaran's investigative movie Dheeram is getting ready for its OTT release. Directed by debutant director Jithin T. Suresh, the film promises edge-of-the-seat action and a suspenseful narrative held together by a powerhouse performance by Indrajith Sukumaran and supporting cast. 

Get‑Set Baby OTT Release: Unni Mukundan & Nikhila Vimal's Feel‑Good Family Drama

Vinay Govind directs Get‑Set Baby, starring Unni Mukundan and Nikhila Vimal once again in a feel‑good Malayalam family drama on love, hope and modern medicine. Unni takes the place of Dr Arjun Balakrishnan, a male gynaecologist and IVF specialist who believes in women's healthcare. Nikhila plays Swathy, his loving wife who shares the joys and sorrows of parenthood. 

Thudarum: Mohanlal & Shobana Magic is back on April 25

After a super hit Empuraan the fans are ready for another Mohanlal movie. This time is it of a totally different genre.  After 15 years Mohanlal and Shobana are back in this exciting movie.  Directed by Tharun Moorthy, a maestro of offbeat storytelling, the drama thriller is expected to provide the audience with a combination of wit, suspense, and emotion-charged nostalgia. The Malayalam movie will be released on April 25, 2025 this in time for Easter.

Bromance OTT Release: Youthful Fun-Filled Ride

Bromance is a refreshing Malayalam adventure comedy targeting youth specifically. Directed by Arun D. Jose and written by Raveesh Nath and Thomas P. Sebastian, the movie offers a fast-paced narrative with humor and suspense. 

Extra Decent (ED) OTT Release: Suraj Venjaramoodu's Dark Comedy Thriller

Extra Decent (ED) is a 2024 Malayalam dark comedy thriller film that made a buzz in theaters. This is one of the movie I was eagerly waiting to be released on OTT because I was not able to catch this movie in the theatre. Directed by Aamir Pallikkal, the film features Suraj Venjaramoodu in an interesting role. The movie explores the story of Binu, whose troubled childhood makes him a volatile element. ED interweaves a mix of humor and intensity to bring out the dark undertones of a toxic childhood and family melodrama. The movie will be released in OTT in the next few weeks.

4 Movies of Soubin Shahir You Must Watch

If you liked Pravinkoodu Shappu on SonyLIV, then you will enjoy these 4 films of Soubin Shahir. Soubin is famous for his natural performance and multi-faceted roles. These movies belong to various genres, providing a different essence for all audiences. Each film showcases his ability in a different manner. Read more about Romancham, Kumbalangi Nights, Sudani from Nigeria, and Manjummel Boys.

Prince and Family In Theatres from May 9 - Dileep's 150th Movie

Prince and Family is a fresh Malayalam family drama movie that is a milestone in the career of Dileep. The movie has been directed by debutant director Binto Stephen. Sharis Muhammed has written the movie. Listin Stephen has produced the movie under Magic Frames. This movie is special because it is the 150th movie of Dileep. It is going to hit the theatres on May 9, 2025.

Empuraan OTT Release On April 24

Empuraan is a highly anticipated Malayalam action thriller that continues the story from the 2019 hit Lucifer. The film, which has been directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran, deals with complex political power plays. Empuraan has raised controversy for its right-wing political criticism and references to the Gujarat riots. The film is running in theaters, and it has registered huge box office figures. 

Daveed OTT Release: Antony Varghese's action drama thriller

Daveed is a 2025 action film in the Malayalam setting and a new approach to the action-drama genre. It has been written by Govind Vishnu and Deepu Rajeevan and directed by them. The movie is a tale of a common man family man who turns his life into something else. Daveed gives a viewer a character of regret and internal strength. With a good performance and strong script, Daveed received positive response from theatre audience.

Dasettante Cycle OTT Release - Harish Peradi

Dasettante Cycle is an offbeat Malayalam movie that was released in March. It is now getting ready for the OTT platform later this month. It is rumored to be releasing in Mananorma Max. The date is not yet announced. The movie is now available on Manorama Max

4 Basil Joseph Movies to watch before Maranamass

You may like his movies or dislike them. He is turning out to be a dependable actor for the Malayalam industry. His new movie, Maranamass, will come out this week. Below are some of his recent movies if you like Basil Joseph.

Liked Deva? Watch the Original Mumbai Police

If you watched Deva last weekend on OTT, you might’ve come out with mixed thoughts. It’s stylish and fast-paced, but something feels off — especially if you’ve seen better thrillers. That’s because Deva is a remake of the Malayalam film Mumbai Police, a 2013 psychological thriller that’s considered one of the boldest crime dramas in Indian cinema.

If You Liked Officer on Duty, Watch These Malayalam Movies

If you enjoyed Officer on Duty for its realistic portrayal of duty, justice, and the difficulties of policing, then you're in for a treat with these Malayalam movies that share similar storylines. Malayalam cinema can use realistic plots combined with social comment. 

In this blog post, we look at five films which provide us a taste of policeman's work and the mayhem of a changing society: Anweshippin Kandethum, Kuttavum Shishayum, Nayattu, Joseph, and Ayyappanum Koshiyum. 

3 Malayalam Films Releasing on 10th April: Maranamass, Bazooka & Alappuzha Gymkhana

The Malayalam film industry is about to treat us to three thriller movies on April 10. The movies have a combination of genres ranging from dark comedy to sports films and sporting comedies. Every film has a unique storyline and engaging performances to present. The promos have created a lot of buzz among the audience. Which movie are you going to watch?

Machantea Malakha OTT Release on SimplySouth

Machantea Malakha is going to be releasing its OTT platform called SimplySouth soon. The movie was released in theaters on 27th February 2025. It is a comedy drama film directed by Bobal Samuel. Soubin, Namitha, and Dhyan are playing the main roles. This movie presents a light-hearted take on life and love.

Orumbettavan now on ManoramaMax - Indrans, Jaffer & Kashmeera

Orumbettavan was released on 3rd January 2025 and now streaming on platform ManoramaMax. Malayalam thriller that explores themes of resilience, sacrifice, and justice in depth. Is it worth watch it?

Painkili on ManoramaMax - Anaswara Rajan and Sajin Gopu staring

‘Painkili’, featuring Sajin Gopu and Anaswara Rajan, is gearing up for an OTT release on ManoramaMax. This film was released in theatres on February 14th, and while the final OTT release date is yet to be confirmed, it is expected to hit the platform by the first week of April or earlier.