Best Malayalam thrillers to binge-watch on OTT before Officer On Duty hits theaters

Officer on Duty starring Kunchacko Boban and Priyamani will hit theaters on February 20. The crime thriller tells the story of a demoted police inspector, Harishankar (played by Kunchacko Boban). He is assigned to investigate a counterfeit jewelry racket, only to find himself entangled in a dangerous web of crime that threatens his life. The film features Priyamani as his wife, alongside supporting roles by Jagadish, Vishak Nair, and others.

Before Officer On Duty hits theaters, stream the below-mentioned thrillers on OTT. You can also watch them with your OTTplay Premium subscription. 

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5 best thrillers on OTT before Officer On Duty

Salute (SonyLIV)

Salute is a Malayalam crime thriller where Dulquer Salmaan plays Sub-Inspector Aravind Karunakaran. He is haunted by an old unsolved murder case, which leads him to re-investigate and uncover disturbing truths about the case. The film explores themes of ethics and the complexities of police work, with Aravind's brother, a senior police officer, playing an important role in the story.

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Abrahaminte Santhathikal (SunNXT, ZEE5)

This Malayalam crime thriller follows Derick Abraham (played by Mammootty), a dedicated police officer, who faces a personal crisis when his younger brother Philip (Anson Paul) becomes a suspect in a murder case. It forces him to navigate the complexities of his professional responsibilities while trying to protect his family.

John Luther (Aha)

John Luther is a crime thriller film that follows a detective named John Luther, played by Jayasurya. He investigates the case of a missing teacher and simultaneously tackles a series of murders, facing personal challenges including losing his hearing during an altercation during the investigation. The movie is directed by Abhijith Joseph. 

Vettah (SunNXT)

This Malayalam crime thriller film about two police officers who investigate the disappearance of an actress. The film stars Manju Warrier as Commissioner Sreebala, Indrajith Sukumaran as Assistant Commissioner Xylex Abraham, Kunchacko Boban as Melvin, Sandhya as Sherin, and Sanusha as Uma Sathyamoorthi.

Ini Utharam (ZEE5)

This Malayalam crime thriller follows a woman named Janaki (played by Aparna Balamurali), who walks into a police station and confesses to a murder. She says that she will only reveal details to a specific circle inspector, Karunan (Kalabhavan Shajohn). This leads to a complicated investigation that uncovers secrets and potentially involves the police. 

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