4 exciting Malayalam movies to stream this festive week in October 2025

It is a festive season for Malayalam cinephiles in the digital space too. Some exciting Malayalam movies have dropped online recently, that promise to add to to your festive cheer. From the heartwarming tale of Sarkeet to Mohanlal-led feel-good drama of Hridayapoorvam, and the young lovers' tale in Maine Pyar Kiya, we list some of the must-watch movies. Ramzan Muhammed’s Sahasam, which shot to fame with the ‘Onam mood’ song, is the latest addition this week. Here are 4 exciting Malayalam movies to stream on various OTT platforms this festive week in October 2025.

4 must-watch Malayalam movies to watch in October 2025

Sahasam

Where to watch: Sun NXT and OTTplay Premium

Onam is long over but the festive cheer that the Onam mood song brought from Sahasam still lingers in the Instagram reels. Not just the viral song, Sahasam has a quirky story at its centre revolving around a love-struck couple, who face much resistance from the girl’s family. They decide to elope but a criminal too gets involved, adding more chaos to the already haywire situation. Senior actors Narain and Babu Antony join youngsters Ramzan Muhammed and Gouri G. Kishan in the film, helmed by Bibin Krishna.

Hridayapoorvam  

Where to watch: JioHotstar via OTTplay Premium

After the action-packed thrillers of Empuraan and Thudarum, Mohanlal entered the happy space of Sathyan Anthikad’s feel-good drama with Hridayapoorvam, which narrates the tale of Sandeep, who has just undergone a heart transplant surgery. When his donor’s daughter Haritha seeks his presence for her engagement, Sandeep heads to Pune, where the bulk of the story unfolds. Malavika Mohanan plays the confident Haritha, while Sangeeth Prathap is the chirpy Jerry, the male nurse. If a feel-good story that will make you laugh is what you are looking for, Hridayapoorvam would be the perfect pick.

Also read: Hridayapoorvam on OTT: Does Mohanlal’s Sandeep romance a much younger Malavika Mohanan on screen, as netizens feared? 

Maine Pyar Kiya  

Where to watch: Lionsgate Play via OTTplay Premium

Maine Pyar Kiya is the title of Bollywood star Salman Khan’s evergreen romance film from the 1980s. But in 2025, Hridhu Haroon and Preity Mukhundhan also chose to name their love story after the classic film. Hridhu plays Aryan, who meets Nidhi and is instantly smitten. His pursuit of the Tamilian girl takes him to Madurai, where unforeseen troubles await him. The film is a good mix of romance, comedy and some slick action, promising an entertainer this festive week. Maine Pyar Kiya will start streaming from October 3, 2025.

Sarkeet 

Where to watch: Manorama Max

Sarkeet recently made its OTT premiere, winning more love and appreciation for its heartwarming tale. Ameer reaches the Gulf as he struggles to find a job. But destiny has other plans as he meets the young boy Jeppu, who is quite a handful for his parents to handle. Asif Ali’s poignant performance as Ameer is one of the highlights of the film, which is helmed by Thamar KV who chose to tackle the relevant subject of ADHD in his second directorial venture after the thought-provoking 1001 Nunakal.

Also read: Sarkeet wins more love upon OTT release, netizens say 'PonMan of Asif Ali this year' 

FAQs

Q. Which are the latest OTT releases?

Sahasam and Hridayapoorvam are among the latest OTT releases in Malayalam. The Telugu film Little Hearts and the Tamil film Madharaasi have also dropped online. All these films are available on OTTplay Premium under various subscription plans.

Q. What is Hridayapoorvam about?

A. Hridayapoorvam is about a middle-aged man, Sandeep, who undergoes a heart transplant and later bonds with the donor's daughter and mother.