PremiumMust-watch Malayalam movies releasing this week on OTT and theatres
Though Rajinikanth’s Jailer is the most-anticipated South release this week, there’s plenty of films on OTT and theatres to keep fans of Malayalam cinema entertained too
Last Updated: 05.19 PM, Aug 09, 2023
Even though the second weekend of August belongs entirely to Rajinikanth’s Jailer, which also has Malayalam superstar Mohanlal and Vinayakan as its antagonist, there are enough movies for the audience who are still able to resist the charm of Thalaivar films.
The two big releases on OTT – Mathew Thomas and Naslen’s Neymar along with Kunchacko Boban’s Padmini – are sure to keep the family audience engaged. But there’s also two other choices for the same section of audience, a supernatural comedy and a family entertainer that stars Indrajith Sukumaran and Urvashi, respectively. Here’s the complete list of Malayalam movies to catch this week.
| Name | Format | Cast | Release date | Release platform |
| Neymar | Movie | Mathew Thomas, Naslen, Shammi Thilakan | August 8 | Disney+ Hotstar |
| Padmini | Movie | Kunchacko Boban, Aparna Balamurali, Madonna Sebastian | August 11 | Netflix |
| Kunjammini's Hospital | Movie | Indrajith Sukumaran, Nyla Usha, Prakash Raj | August 11 | Theatre |
| Jaladhara Pump Set Since 1962 | Movie | Urvashi, Indrans, Johnny Antony | August 11 | Theatre |
Neymar
Release platform: Disney+ Hotstar
All hell breaks loose after Akamsh brings a dog named Neymar to his house, at the advice of his friend Sinto. Akamsh’s strict father quickly ships out the dog, but this leaves a void in Akamsh’s life and he along with Sinto decide to track down Neymar in Tamil Nadu. What awaits them is a series of adventures centred around ultra-competitive games for dogs.
Also read: Neymar movie review: Naslen, Mathew Thomas' dog movie doesn't have any tricks up its sleeve
Padmini
Release platform: Netflix
After Rameshan’s wife elopes with another man on their first night as a couple, he earns a nickname that he just can’t seem to lose. But after a lecturer joins his college, things begin to change, only for him to realise that amid the chaos that ensued after his wedding, he forgot an important legal hassle – one that will need him to revisit his past.
Jaladhara Pump Set Since 1962
Release platform: Theatre
After a pump is stolen from Mrinalini’s house, she files a legal case against the thief. But much to both their misfortune, the case stretches almost a decade – having consequences on both their lives. The courtroom satire is based on true events, starring Urvashi and Indrans in the lead.
Kunjammini’s Hospital
Release platform: Theatre
After Riny takes charge of a hospital, she soon begins to notice mysterious incidents that happen in the place. How each of the characters are connected to the other and the hospital form the plot of this supernatural fantasy comedy.