8 Asif Ali films on OTT that fans of Malayalam thrillers should watch
From Rekhachithram to Kishkindha Kaandam and Thalavan, discover Asif Ali films that fans of Malayalam thrillers should watch.
Mar 11, 2025
Rekhachithram, Thalavan
Asif Ali proved that he is a force to reckon with Rekhachithram, which is winning over the OTT space after a fantastic run at the box office. The Jofin T Chacko directorial, also starring Anaswara Rajan, is a gripping film that keeps you hooked to the plot till the very end. Not just Rekhachithram, the Salt n Pepper actor has starred in several Malayalam thrillers too that promise a gripping watch. From Rekhachithram to Kishkindha Kaandam and Thalavan, discover Asif Ali films that fans of Malayalam thrillers should watch.
Asif Ali's Malayalam thrillers on OTT
Rekhachithram (Sony Liv, OTTplay Premium)
Asif Ali stars as cop Vivek, who seeks to identify a nameless victim after the police dug up a skeleton, despite the challenges. The quest leads him to the film set of Kathodu Kathoram, starring Mammootty, where a young junior artiste was reported to be missing. The cop in the present day slowly pieces together the events from 40 years ago to find out what happened to Rekha (Anaswara Rajan).
Kishkindha Kaandam (JioHotstar)
Asif Ali’s nuanced performance and a gripping plot power this mystery thriller, which was also a winner at the box office in 2024. Aparna Balamurali stars as a newly wedded woman, who is curious about the mysterious incidents happening at the house of her father-in-law (Vijayaraghavan).
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Thalavan (Sony Liv, OTTplay Premium)
Asif Ali joined hands with Biju Menon for this thriller film, which takes a closer look at the police hierarchy. Things come to a head between a senior and junior cop at a local police station. Jis Joy’s film promises a gripping watch, with some terrific performances and a plot packed with twists.
Level Cross (aha, OTTplay Premium)
Asif Ali and Amala Paul star in this psychological thriller. Asif Ali plays a railway gatekeeper Raghu at a level cross. He comes across Chaithali at this level cross, which seems to be at a remote location. The film is laden with psychological twists that will keep you hooked to the plot.
Innale Vare (Sony LIV, OTTplay Premium)
The terrific trio of Antony Varghese, Nimisha Sajayan and Asif Ali power this Malayalam thriller, which follows a struggling actor as he finds himself in a spot after two individuals try to take advantage of him. Another Jis Joy film that is worth your attention on this list.
Apoorvaragam (Sun NXT, OTTplay Premium)
Asif Ali joined another bunch of young talents Vinay Forrt, Nithya Menon and Nishan for this thriller film way back in 2010. Sibi Malayil directed this movie, which follows college student Rupesh who is in love with Nancy. But when Nancy’s rich father offers money to forget her, he agrees to but at what cost?
Hi I'M Tony (Sun NXT, OTTplay Premium)
The thriller film follows a young couple who find themselves in a dangerous game after crossing paths with Tony. Asif Ali and Miya play the young couple, while the noted actor Lal steps into the shoes of Tony. Biju Menon and Lena also appear in key roles in the film, directed by Lal Jr.
Kooman (Prime Video)
Drishyam director Jeethu Joseph joined forces with Asif Ali for this thriller film, Kooman. Asif Ali stars as the young CPO Girishankar who is an expert in picking up clues but has one malady. The gripping plot and performances ensured the film was a hit with the audiences. Renji Panicker, Jaffar Idukki, and Baburaj are also part of this Malayalam film.
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