11 Best Malayalam Movies of 2024 You Must Not Miss
The Malayalam film industry has always relied on its excellent storytelling to woo the audiences ( toughest task!). And, they have now become even commercially better because of increased production costs and therefore the quality of filming has also improved. So, now it will become tremendously hard for other film industries to compete with the Malayalam cinema industry. Check out all the high-rated, heart-winning, and best Malayalam movies of year 2024
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1. The Goat Life
The Goat Life or Aadujeevitham is a survival drama movie about an Indian migrant worker- Najeeb Muhammad who goes far away in search of a livelihood, so that he can send a good sum of money back home to his family. However, he finds himself living like a slave- herding goats in the middle of a desert. Yup, a gut-wrenching survival movie that has an 8.7 IMDb rating- an unmissable one it is!
2. Manjummel Boys
An adventure thriller film about a group of friends who plan and go out on a vacation but their trip takes an unexpected turn when a series of misadventures and misfortunes happen to them. You would love to go on a trip with these boys and find out how unexpected life is. This movie is highly praised by critics and loved by audiences as well as has an 8.7 IMDb rating- you have got no reason to skip this one!
3. Premalu
A cute rom-com film that is about a young man Premanshu who is on a search for love. His search finally comes to an end, but with a twist- he has two potential partners and he has to choose one and let the other go! You might think that he has all the luck on his side- but there is some amusing mess that is waiting to happen in his life. This movie was a super hit and got an 8 IMDb rating.
4. Bramayugam
Missing horror thriller genre? Well, this is an excellent horror flick for you to watch this weekend. The movie is set in 17th-century South India, where a man from the Paanan caste called Thevan is an appreciated folk singer. He somehow manages to escape slavery but enters a mansion where bizarre ancient traditions are followed and his experience there changes his mindset and destiny. This whole movie was released in monochrome (black and white)- and that added to the horror.
5. Anweshippin Kandethum
A cop thriller drama film that will shale up because the movie is inspired by real-life cases. The movie revolves around two major crime cases that happened in Kerela and stunned the public, media, and the system. The film will take you inside the workings of the police and how the case is handled when such bigger crimes are discovered. If you love watching real-life-inspired crime thrillers- this one is a gem of a movie that you must watch.
6. Abraham Ozler
An interesting mystery thriller about a veteran cop named Abraham who is known as an intelligent officer and also the only one who could solve this complicated serial killer case- which the cops need to solve urgently to save many more lives. Mammotty’s acting, and the mystery that lingers in the air all throughout the film- they will keep you at the edge of your seats.
7. Malaikottai Valiban
An action-adventure film that was released in January 2024, tells the story of a legendary man who goes through a lot of struggles, failures, successes- and life experiences that help shape the future of new generation individuals. This fast-paced movie stars Mohanlal, Sonalee Kulkarni, and Katha Nandi in lead roles.
8. Gaganachari
It is a dark dystopian comedy film about three bachelors who are as problematic as they can be! These three eccentric people are living in a shared apartment in the year 2040! It is the first time that Malayalam cinema is making this unique futuristic mockumentary movie. The film revolves around the three idiots who soon somehow invite extra-terrestrial beings to their apartment. Who will inhabit that place and who will move out? Watch the movie and tell us too.
9. Turbo
An action comedy movie about Jose, a Jeep driver who gets in trouble when he decides to shift to Chennai. He lives with his family in Idukki. However, he along with his friends Indhu and best friend— get into some rift with some goons. That, and a bunch of other shocks and troubles away Jose in Chennai. The whole film shows Jose running around with his beloved Jeep and dodging one trouble after the other. Want to watch a fast comedy movie with a lot of action? Watch this one!
10. Ullozhukku
A Malayalam language drama movie that is filled with a lot of grim reality that people often like to brush under the carpet and forget. It revolves around the story of a family who can’t bury their loved one because of flood waters. However, when they all have to take shelter under one roof— they have to reveal the long-buried secrets of their own which could weaken the foundation of their unity. A 7.7 IMDb rated film— the story will stir of your mind and heart.
11. Aavesham
A gangster action-comedy film is about three young teenagers fresh out of school— excited about their new college life and freedom of living in a new city by themselves. The movie shows them shifting to Bangalore when they are admitted to an engineering college. However, in extra excitement and college fever— get into a fight with their seniors. This fight becomes severe than expected when a local gangster named Ranga joins hands with these newbies to help them take revenge from seniors. A movie full of action, comedy, and entertainment.
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