Best Malayalam movies to watch on OTT platforms: From Marco to Rekhachithram

Malayalam cinema is experiencing its golden age, both critically and commercially. Known for its quality productions and the willingness to explore unconventional themes, Malayalam movies boast of having many films that have been remade in other languages. This industry has a rich tradition of filmmaking across various genres and makes films that continue to resonate with audiences.

Best Malayalam movies to watch on OTT:

Marco

IMDb rating: 6.8/10

OTT platforms: SonyLIV, Aha, Prime Video

Starring Unni Mukundan in the lead, this Malayalam action drama is the standalone spin-off of 2019 movie, Mikhael, which starred Nivin Pauly. The story of Marco follows Marco Jr., the ruthless violent gangster, who's the adopted son of the infamous Adattu family, goes on a blood-shedding meyham after the brutal death of his blind foster brother, Victor, and to get his vengeance fulfilled.

Rekhachithram

IMDb rating: 8/10

OTT platforms: SonyLIV, Aha

Suspended police officer, Vivek Gopinath, gets a second chance when he's brought back on the force. His new assignment is to solve a decades-old murder case that's gone cold, a case where the victim's identity remains a mystery. Determined to clear his name, Vivek dives head-first into the investigation to resolve the mystery.

Pani

IMDb rating: 6.9/10

OTT platform: SonyLIV

The peaceful married life of a couple is shattered when two young troublemakers with a history of crime, set off a chain of troubles. As their paths collide, the couple becomes entangled in a world of underworld politics in Thrissur, where vengeance becomes the driving force.

Manichitrathazhu

IMDb rating: 8.7/10

OTT plaforms: Amazon Prime, Disney+ Hotstar

Starring Mohanlal and Shobana, this horror-comedy begins with a bone-chilling twist when Nakulan visits his ancestors’ property along with his family. Just when his cousin’s behaviour takes a disturbing turn, Nakulan seeks help from a psychiatrist friend, determined to unfold the truth.

Pathonpatham Noottandu

IMDb rating: 6.8/10

OTT platforms: Aha, Amazon Prime Video

Starring Siju Wilson, Kayadu Lohar, and Deepti Sati, this action drama is set in 19th-century Kerala, when a fearless warrior named Arattupuzha Velayudha Panicker rose to fame. His fight was not on a battlefield but against a deeply established social order that discriminated against people and oppressed them.

Antony

IMDb rating: 6.6/10

OTT platforms: Aha, Amazon Prime Video

Starring Joju George, Kalyani Priyadarshan, and Nyla Usha, this action thriller follows a ruthless underworld kingpin, Victor Ricci, and his reliable gang as they get involved in a troublesome situation that threatens their operation. Now Victor must take some really intense decisions to protect his gang by any means.

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Kumbalangi Nights

IMDb rating: 8.5/10

OTT plaform: Amazon Prime Video

Starring Fahadh Faasil, Soubin Shahir, and Shane Nigam, the story follows four brothers: Saji, Bobby, Bonny and Franky, whose lives get entangled in complexities. Despite their deep-rooted family dispute, an unexpected situation compels them to set aside their personal differences and join forces as a family to come out of the circumstance.

Malik

IMDb rating: 8/10

OTT platform: Aha, Amazon Prime Video

Starring Fahadh Faasil, Meenakshi Raveendran, and Nimisha Sajayan, the story is about how Sulaiman becomes a powerful figure in his seaside village after calling out the corruption that takes a deadly turn in the community. But soon his influence is challenged when his own estranged nephew is charged by the opposition with a mission to destroy him.

Bangalore Days

IMDb rating: 8.3/10

OTT plaform: JioHotstar

Starring Nazriya Nazim, Nivin Pauly, and Dulquer Salmaan, the movie follows three cousins: Divya, Kuttan and Arjun, who are bound by their childhood memories. Finally, they see their dream to visit Bangalore come true. But after their initial excitement, some unexpected incidents take place. However, they are ready to face the challenges thanks to their strong bond.

Ustad Hotel

IMDb rating: 8.2/10

OTT plaform: JioHotstar

Starring Jagapathi Babu, Dulquer Salmaan, Thilakan, Nithya Menon, and Mamukkoya, the story follows Faizi, who has culinary dreams. However, unable to get any support from his father, Faisi finds an opportunity to fulfil his dreams of cooking with his grandfather, Kareem, while working at his hotel and helping him run the family business.

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