Best Malayalam OTT releases to watch from November 17 to November 23 on JioHotstar, ZEE5, Sony LIV, Prime Video, Sun NXT and Manorama Max
A couple recent Malayalam movies might be worth seeing this weekend. You can watch some of these on OTTplay Premium as well.
Last Updated: 09.11 PM, Nov 21, 2025
This week has fewer OTT premieres in Malayalam with just two films debuting on Manorama Max. A couple recent movies, meanwhile, might be worth seeing this weekend. You can watch some of these on OTTplay Premium as well.
Best Malayalam OTT releases this week (November 17 to November 23)
Private
Streaming platform - Manorama Max
Two strangers from contrasting backgrounds meet in this story that explores emotions, relationships, and perhaps some intriguing turns. The movie will undoubtedly look at their unexpected friendship. Private received appreciation for Indrans and Meenakshi Anoop's nuanced performances, while receiving little attention after its theatrical premiere.
Streaming platform - JioHotstar & OTTplay Premium
On social media, a lot of people have given this movie positive reviews. The central theme of Senna Hegde's film Avihitham is the misunderstanding and confusion around an illicit romance. The best part of the film is the humorous way it has been presented.
Streaming platform - Sun NXT & OTTplay Premium
Even though Krishand's most recent film isn't your typical gangster movie, it is notable for its distinctive cinematic style. Sun Tzu's book's on the art of battle, which are gradually revealed through the characters, offer the plot more depth and a philosophical undertone.
Vala
Streaming platform - Amazon Prime Video & Saina Play
Numerous people have shared their opinions about the dark comedy, characterising it as a decent comedy that is worth viewing once. Some have also called it Dhyan Sreenivasan's only good movie of the year. This can be a fantastic option if you want to see something funny. The other performances in this film is also said to be impressive by many.
Streaming platform - ZEE5 & OTTplay Premium
The drama blends humour, emotion, horror, and mystery, with Shabareesh Varma playing the lead role. Set against the eerie backdrop of a haunted police station in Aravangad, it is an intriguing horror comedy experience. This is also the first Malayalam horror comedy web series.
FAQs
Q. What's new on ZEE5?
A. The Malayalam horror comedy series Inspection Bungalow and the Marathi suspense thriller film Dashavatar are the new releases on ZEE5 (also via OTTplay Premium) this week
Q. What are the new releases in OTT?
A. The new releases in OTT include the series Delhi Crime Season 3 (Netflix) and courtroom comedy Jolly LLB 3 (JioHotstar via OTTplay Premium). The Malayalam films Avihitham and Sangarsha Ghadana, the Marathi suspense thriller Dashavatar and the Kannada movie Ekka are the other new OTT releases this week that are available to stream on OTTplay Premium.