5 coming of age Malayalam films if you loved Super Sharanya

There's something special about coming of age movies that just touches your heart and inspires you to live life to the fullest. One such movie is Super Sharanya (ZEE5), featuring a young girl's journey to engineering college. If you've enjoyed the movie, then the coming of age genre is for you. Here are a few similar Malayalam coming of age movies that feel like a warm hug.

Bangalore Days (Disney+ Hotstar)

Remember those plans you made with your cousins when you were younger? Yes, this movie is about three cousins actually fulfilling theirs. The film follows Divya, Kuttan, and Arjun, who dreamed of relocating to Bangalore when they were children. As adults, they actually make a move to the city and fulfil their childhood dream, but also have to deal with life-changing challenges. If you want to find out how this literal and emotional journey impacts them, don't miss out.

Moothon (ZEE5, Vi Movies and TV)

Coming of age movies are sometimes about finding yourself and at other times finding family. With Moothon, it's the latter. Following teenager Mulla, who grows up in Lakshadweep, trying to find out what happened to his elder brother Akbar, the film upends the coming-of-age genre. The film shows audiences how twists of fate can turn this supposedly heart-warming journey of growing up cruel and painful. A brave film, this one will make you think.

Thanneer Mathan Dinangal (JioCinemas, Eros Now)

What is coming of age without some romance, huh? Understanding the sentiment, this film delivers a story that will instantly transport you back to your teenage years. The film follows Jaison, a teenager with a crush on Keerthy who does not feel the same way. When Jaison gets in trouble with Keerthy's favourite teacher, things get even more complicated. The word's 'nostalgia', and this movie is it.

Ustad Hotel (Disney+ Hotstar)

Another hallmark of coming of age films is generational conflicts with parents, right? Ustad Hotel explores this dynamic through the story of Faizal, an aspiring chef. When his father disapproves of his profession, Faizal ends up working in his grandfather's restaurant, and his relationship with his father deteriorates. Will the two be able to reconcile? Full of food, music, and family, this film will put a smile on your face.

Don't you wish you could watch yourself grow from the ages of 16-26? Well, that's exactly what this movie gives you through the character June. The film follows June from when she's an under-confident teenager to when she's an accomplished young woman. With trials, tribulations, laughs, and love, audiences go on this journey of growth with June and see a bit of themselves reflected back. Honestly, this one's a no-brainer.

To checkmark the films on this list, cancel your weekend plans and start bingeing!