The Best Malayalam Movies Of All Time
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This is a list of best Malayalam movies regardless of their popularity. I have seperate list for the most popular Malayalam movie. http://www.ranker.com/list/most-popular-malayalam-movies-of-all-times-/sudeeshab . Please use that list for popular movies.
- 1Kireedam is a 1989 Indian Malayalam drama film written by A. K. Lohithadas and directed by Sibi Malayil. The film stars Mohanlal, Thilakan, Parvathy, Kaviyoor Ponnamma, Mohan Raj, Murali, Sreenath, and Cochin Haneefa in the main roles. The music for the film was composed by Johnson. The film is about a Malayali youth, Sethumadhavan, whose hopes and aspirations are shattered by a combination of fate and human falling. It explores how society type-casts individuals and forces them to act that part whether they like it or not. Mohanlal won the 1989 National Film Award-Special Jury Award "for portraying young man's agony and pain marvellously and in unique style". Lohithadas won the Kerala Film Critics Award for Best Screenplay for that year. A sequel to the film was released in 1993 titled Chenkol. Kireedam was remade into four other Indian films; the Telugu film Rowdyism Nasinchali, the Kannada film Modadha Mareyalli, the Hindi film Gardish, and the Tamil film of the same name.
- Released: 1989
- Directed by: Sibi Malayil
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- 2Godfather is a 1991 Indian Malayalam comedy-Drama film written and directed by Siddique-Lal and produced by Swargachitra Appachan. The film stars an ensemble cast consisting of N. N. Pillai, Thilakan, Mukesh, Kanaka, Jagadish, Innocent, Philomina, Siddique, K. P. A. C. Lalitha, Sankaradi, and Bheeman Raghu. It was one of the highest grossing Malayalam film of 1991. It won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Popular Film. The film was remade into Telugu as Peddarikam directed A. M. Rathnam starring Jagapati Babu and Sukanya. In 2004, Priyadarshan remade the film in Hindi as Hulchul. It was also remade in Kannada as Pandavaru with Jaggesh and Ramkumar.
- Released: 1991
- Directed by: Siddique-Lal
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- 3Nadodikattu is a 1987 Indian Malayalam satirical comedy film directed by Sathyan Anthikkad and written by Sreenivasan based on a story by the Siddique-Lal duo. The story revolves around two impecunious young Indian men, Ramdas and Vijayan who not being able to find any job in Kerala, plan to immigrate to Dubai to make their fortunes, but get deceived and they end up in the neighbouring state of Tamil Nadu. Nadodikattu drew upon relevant social factors affecting Kerala of the 1980s such as widespread unemployment and poverty. The film also stars Thilakan, Shobhana, Innocent, Mamukkoya, Captain Raju, Meenakumari, Kundara Johny, Janardhanan, Ajith Kollam and Sankaradi in pivotal roles along with cameo appearances by Seema, director I. V. Sasi, and Soman as themselves. The film represents popular Malayalam cinema at its best and established the Mohanlal-Sreenivasan combination as one of its most memorable and bankable cinematic pairs. The story, screenplay and characters have achieved cult status. The film was produced by Casino Productions, a production company owned by Century Kochumon, Mohanlal, I.V. Sasi, Seema and Mammootty.
- Released: 1987
- Directed by: Sathyan Anthikad
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- 5Chithram is a 1988 Malayalam screwball comedy film written and directed by Priyadarshan. The film was produced by P. K. R. Pillai under the banner Shirdi Sai Creations. The film stars Mohanlal, Ranjini, Nedumudi Venu, Poornam Vishwanathan, Sreenivasan, Soman, Sukumari, Lizy, and Maniyanpilla Raju while Thikkurissy appears in a guest role. The musical songs were composed by Kannur Rajan and the background score was by Johnson. The film was a phenomenal success at the Kerala box-office when released during 1988 Christmas weekend. It broke all existing records in Malayalam cinema at the time. It had a theatrical run of more than 366 days in some centres and is said to be one of the highest grossing films in Malayalam cinema. It collected 6+ crores from major centres.
- Released: 1988
- Directed by: Priyadarshan
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- 6Devasuram is a 1993 Indian Malayalam-language drama film directed by I. V. Sasi and written by Ranjith. The film stars Mohanlal, Revathi, Nedumudi Venu, Innocent, Napoleon, V. K. Sreeraman, Manian Pillai Raju and Augustine. The songs featured in the film were composed by M. G. Radhakrishnan, while S. P. Venkatesh composed the original background score. The rivalry between Mangalassery Neelakantan and Mundakkal Shekaran forms the main theme of the film. The character Mangalaserry Neelakandan was created by Ranjith based on the real-life person Mullasserry Rajagopal. The film was one of the highest grossing Malayalam films of the 1990s and the story, dialogues, and characters have achieved cult status in Kerala. It is generally considered as one of the best films of Mohanlal's and I. V. Sasi's careers. The film ran for more than five months in the cinemas. It was followed by a sequel Ravanaprabhu, which was writer Ranjith's directional début.
- Released: 1993
- Directed by: I. V. Sasi
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- 7Manichitrathazhu is a 1993 Indian Malayalam epic psychological thriller film written by Madhu Muttam, directed by Fazil, and produced by Swargachitra Appachan. The story is based on a tragedy that happened in Alummoottil Tharavadu, a famous central Travancore family, in the 19th century.The film dealt with an unusual theme which was not common in Indian cinema at the time but it proceeded to become a high grosser at the box-office and it was critically acclaimed as well. Directors such as Siddique-Lal, Priyadarshan, and Sibi Malayil served as second-unit directors. The cinematography was by Venu and it was edited by T. R. Shekar. The film stars Mohanlal, Shobhana, Suresh Gopi, Nedumudi Venu, Innocent, Vinaya Prasad, K. P. A. C. Lalitha, Ganesh Kumar, Sudheesh, and Thilakan in the main roles. The music for the songs were composed by M. G. Radhakrishnan, and the background score was done by Johnson. The film won the National Film Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment and Shobhana was awarded the National Film Award for Best Actress for her portrayal of the central character Ganga.
- Released: 1993
- Directed by: Fazil
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Drishyam
Mohanlal, Meena, Kalabhavan ShajonGeorgekutty, an orphaned man, runs a cable TV business and has a family. When Varun enters their lives, their family is stressed in extreme ways.- Released: 2013
- Directed by: Jeethu Joseph
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- 9Thoovanathumbikal is a 1987 Malayalam romance film written and directed by P. Padmarajan, which is based on his own novel Udakappola. The film revolves around Jayakrishnan who falls in love with two women; Radha a distant relative of his and Clara an escort in town. The film has turned into a cult film with a large following and commands good viewership even till today. Polls conducted by several websites state the film to be one of the greatest Malayalam films of all time. The film was ranked #8 by IBN Live in its list of greatest Indian films of all time. Over the years, the film has been immensely praised for the rich film score and popular songs, cult dialogues and characters, detailed screenplay by Padmarajan and versatile acting by Mohanlal. Rain is a recurring theme and is portrayed almost as a character in the film.
- Released: 1987
- Directed by: Padmarajan
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- 11Spadikam is a 1995 Indian Malayalam action-drama film written and directed by Bhadran, starring Mohanlal in the lead role of a village rowdy Thomas Chacko aka Aadu Thoma. The film's name "Spadikam" means prism, which is a metaphor for the human nature. Just like how white light splits into many colors by a prism, every human transforms themselves into a different character when faced with various experiences in life. The film also stars Thilakan, Urvashi, Spadikam George, KPAC Lalitha, Rajan P. Dev, Silk Smitha, Nedumudi Venu, and Chippy.The film was the highest grossing film of the year with a collection of 8 cr,and was the longest running movie of the year with a run of 225 days at the box office. Mohanlal won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actor and Filmfare Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of the young man who becomes a thug, estranged from his narcissistic father Chacko Master, upon failing to meet the latter's high expectations.It is regarded as one of the best Malayalam commercial films, and Aadu Thoma is one of the most celebrated character in Malayalam cinema, the film and its characters hold a cult status in Keralite pop culture.
- Released: 1995
- Directed by: Bhadran
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- 12Amaram is a 1991 Malayalam film directed by Bharathan and written by A. K. Lohithadas. It stars Mammootty, Murali, Maathu, K. P. A. C. Lalitha, Ashokan, Chitra, and Kuthiravattam Pappu in the main roles. The film's score is composed by Johnson while the songs are by Raveendran. The film is considered one of the best works of Bharathan. The performances by Mammootty, K. P. A. C. Lalitha, and Murali won great appreciations. The film, which has since attained cult status, was also one of the highest grossing films of 1991. K. P. A. C. Lalitha won the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Bhargavi. And Mammotty won the Filmfare Awards South Best Actor Award for his role as Achootty.
- Released: 1991
- Directed by: Bharathan
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- 13Bharatham is a 1991 Malayalam musical-drama film written by A. K. Lohithadas, directed by Sibi Malayil, and produced by Mohanlal under the banner of Pranavam Arts. It stars Mohanlal, Urvashi, Nedumudi Venu, Lakshmi, and Murali in the main roles. The film is especially known for its music that is largely Carnatic classical and semi classical. The songs were composed by Raveendran. Bharatham is interpreted as a modern day adaptation of the Ramayana from Bharath's perspective. How, in the absence of his elder brother, Bharath takes the responsibility of the family and hides his griefs is the core of the story. It won three National Film Awards that year; for Best Actor, in the category of Special Jury for Raveendran's music, and Best Male Singer for the song "Rama Katha Ganalayam". On the centenary of Indian cinema in April 2013, Forbes included Mohanlal's performance in the film on its list, "25 Greatest Acting Performances of Indian Cinema".
- Released: 1991
- Directed by: Sibi Malayil
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Sandesham
Tilakan.sreenivasan, jayaram- Released: 1991
- Directed by: sathyan anthikad
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- 15Namukku Parkkan Munthiri Thoppukal is a 1986 Malayalam-language Indian feature film directed by Padmarajan. The film is noted for its rich and detailed screenplay, expressive cinematography and flowing musical narration. The film is considered as one of the seminal works of the golden age of Malayalam films that lasted from the late 1980s until the early 1990s.
- Released: 1986
- Directed by: Padmarajan
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- 16Vadakkunokkiyantram is a 1989 Malayalam black comedy film written and directed by Sreenivasan. The film is about the marital discord caused by a husband's inferiority complex. It was remade in Tamil as Dindigul Sarathy and is being remade in Kannada as Nanjangudu Nanjunda.
- Released: 1989
- Directed by: Sreenivasan
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- 17Thanmathra is a 2005 Malayalam drama film written and directed by Blessy, based on Padmarajan's short story "Orma", which portrays the effects of Alzheimer's disease on the life of an individual and his family. The film received five Kerala state film awards for the Best Film, Best Actor, Best Director, Best Screenplay and a special mention for the debutant actor Arjun Lal.
- Released: 2005
- Directed by: Blessy
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- 18Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha is a 1989 epic Malayalam film directed by Hariharan, written by M. T. Vasudevan Nair, and starring Mammootty, Balan K. Nair, Suresh Gopi, Madhavi, Geetha and Captain Raju. The film won four National Film Awards including Best Actor, Best Screenplay, Best Production Design and Best Costume Design and six Kerala State Film Awards. In a 2013 IBN poll it was voted the third best Indian film of all time. The film is based on a legend about the Chekavar warriors of present day north Malabar. The film portrays the legend in a different light. According to the legend, Aromal Chekavar, a well-known warrior, lost his life after a duel in which his sword broke off at the hilt during the fight. The metal rivets holding the blade to the hilt had been replaced with wooden ones by his trusted ally and cousin Chandu. Chandu is said to have betrayed his cousin because he was jealous of Aaromal's popularity and abilities. The story was filmed numerous times in the early black-and-white era.
- Released: 1989
- Directed by: Hariharan
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- 19His Highness Abdullah is a 1990 Indian Malayalam musical film written by A. K. Lohithadas and directed by Sibi Malayil. It stars Mohanlal, Nedumudi Venu, Gauthami, Sreenivasan, Thikkurissy Sukumaran Nair, and Mamukkoya. It was produced by Mohanlal under the banner of Pranavam Arts. The music was composed by Raveendran. The story follows Abdullah who is hired by the members of a wealthy royal family to assassinate the family head Maharaja Udayavarma. Abdullah comes into the royal palace under the disguise Ananthan Namboothiri, a classical singer, and tries to use this mask to softly kill the Maharaja. Nedumudi Venu won the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role as Maharaja Udayavarma. Raveendran won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Music Director, and M. G. Sreekumar won the National Film Award for Best Male Playback Singer for the song Naadaroopini.
- Released: 1990
- Directed by: Sibi Malayil
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- 20Kaalapani is a 1996 Indian epic film directed by Priyadarshan, starring Mohanlal, Prabhu Ganesan, Tabu, Nedumudi Venu, Sreenivasan, Tinnu Anand, Annu Kapoor, Alex Draper, Amrish Puri, and Vineeth. Although it is originally a Malayalam film, it was dubbed into Hindi, Tamil and Telugu. The film is about the lives of prisoners in British India who are brought to Kālā Pānī, the Cellular Jail in Port Blair, Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The name Kalapani is derived from the mode of imprisonment in British India. Ilaiyaraaja composed the music, the cinematography was by Santosh Sivan, and the editing by N. Gopalakrishnan. The film introduced Dolby Stereo into Malayalam cinema. It was made on a budget of 5.5 crore. Mohanlal produced the film under his studio Pranavam Arts International. The film won three National Film Awards including the awards for Best Art Direction, Best Special Effects and Best Cinematography. Along with that it won six Kerala State Film Awards. It was released in 450 theaters worldwide.
- Released: 1996
- Directed by: Priyadarshan
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- 21Thaniyavarthanam is a 1987 Malayalam drama film written by A. K. Lohithadas and directed by Sibi Malayil. It stars Mammootty, Thilakan, Mukesh, Saritha, Asha Jayaram, Philomina and Kaviyoor Ponnamma in the lead roles. The story revolves around a family whose male members have a history of lunacy. School teacher Balan Mash has an uncle who is mentally ill. It is believed that this illness is hereditary. After the death of the uncle, society starts judging and evaluating Balan's every move and eventually deems him to be mentally ill.
- Released: 1987
- Directed by: Sibi Malayil
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- 22Varavelpu is a 1989 Malayalam black comedy film directed by Sathyan Anthikkad and written by Sreenivasan, starring Mohanlal, Revathi, Sreenivasan, Thilakan, Murali, Innocent, and Jagadish. The film was produced by K. Rajagopal under the banner of K. R. G. Movie International and has been distributed by K. R. G. Enterprises. The film depicted trade union problems plaguing Kerala in a satirical dark comedy and some stellar performances from the lead actors, this movie went onto become a commercial and critical success.
- Released: 1989
- Directed by: Sathyan Anthikad
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- 23Classmates is a 2006 Malayalam film directed by Lal Jose and written by James Albert. The film has an ensemble cast consisting of Jayasurya, Prithviraj, Narain, Indrajith, Kavya Madhavan, Jagathy Sreekumar, Balachandra Menon and Radhika. The music is composed by Alex Paul with lyrics by Vayalar Sarath Chandra Varma. The cinematography was by Rajeev Ravi and the editing by Ranjan Abraham. Audiograhy was by M. R. Rajakrishnan. The story revolves around the college graduate class of 1992. In 2006, working in different corners of the world, the friends get together for a class reunion to revive the joy and laughter of their student days. On the night of the reunion, one of the classmates is almost murdered and goes into a coma. It is one of the biggest blockbusters in the Malayalam film industry and is frequently referenced in Keralite popular culture. The film went on to win the Kerala State Film Awards for Best Popular Film and Best Story. It was later remade into Tamil as Ninaithale Inikkum, and in Telugu & Marathi as Classmates. The plot was inspired from a novel A Wedding in December by Anita Shreve.
- Released: 2006
- Directed by: Lal Jose
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- 24Chinthavishtayaya Shyamala is a 1998 Malayalam black comedy film written and directed by Sreenivasan, starring Sangita, Sreenivasan, Thilakan, Innocent, Nedumudi Venu, Sudheesh, and Siddique.The film is about an irresponsible husband and his neglected family. It won the National Film Award for Best Film on Other Social Issues. The film is one of the classic family dramas in Malayalam. The film was remade in Tamil as Chidambarathil Oru Appasamy
- Released: 1998
- Directed by: Sreenivasan
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- 25Guru is a 1997 Indian Malayalam-language hallucination film written by CG Rajendra Babu and directed by Rajiv Anchal. Prominent Malayalam actor Mohanlal played the lead role in the film. Nedumudi Venu, Srinivasan, Suresh Gopi, Sithara, Kaveri Muralidharan and Sreelakshmi star in supporting roles. The film was selected as India's official entry to the Oscars to be considered for nomination in the Best Foreign Film category. It failed to get the nomination and was discarded by the jury. The music was scored by the famous south Indian composer Ilaiyaraaja. The symphonic background score was conducted by Ilaiyaraaja using the Hungarian Symphony Orchestra, which marked the first time in Indian cinema, the background score was conducted outside the country.
- Released: 1997
- Directed by: Rajiv Anchal
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Ustad Hotel
Siddique, Thilakan, Nithya MenenUstad Hotel is a 2012 Indian Malayalam-language drama film directed by Anwar Rasheed, written by Anjali Menon and produced by Listin Stephen under the banner of Magic Frames and was distributed by Central Pictures. The film stars Dulquer Salmaan, and Thilakan in the lead roles, along with Siddique, Mamukkoya, Nithya Menen and Lena Abhilash in supporting roles, and Asif Ali and Jishnu in cameo roles. Ustad Hotel was one of Thilakan's last films, which was released a few months before he died. The film is about a young man named Faizal, who studies in Switzerland as a chef against his rich father's wishes. As the relation between father and son deteriorates, Feyzee is forced to work as a cook in a restaurant at Kozhikode run by his grandfather Karim. A strong bond develops between Karim, an elderly Sufi Muslim, and his educated grandson who eventually decides to work permanently in the restaurant. The film also discusses issues of poverty, underprivilege and tensions between rich and poor in India. Food and its nuances becomes a central character in the film. Ustad Hotel was named number-one in the list of "Top 10 Malayalam films of 2012" compiled by Oneindia.in.- Released: 2012
- Directed by: Anwar Rasheed
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- 27Traffic is a 2011 Malayalam thriller film written by brothers Bobby and Sanjay and directed by Rajesh Pillai. The film features an ensemble cast consisting of Sreenivasan, Rahman, Kunchako Boban, Anoop Menon, Vineeth Sreenivasan, Sandhya, Roma, Remya Nambeesan and Asif Ali. The film has its narrative in a hyperlink format. The film opened on 7 January 2011, to a positive reception. It is widely regarded as one of the defining movies of the Malayalam New Wave. A multi-narrative thriller that intertwines multiple stories around one particular incident, Traffic is inspired from an actual event that happened in Chennai. Owing to its critical and commercial success, Traffic was remade into Tamil as Chennaiyil Oru Naal, in Kannada as Crazy Star and to be remade in Hindi cinema. This was also the last film of the veteran actor Jose Prakash.
- Released: 2011
- Directed by: Rajesh Pillai
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- 28Pranchiyettan & the Saint is a 2010 Malayalam satirical comedy film written, directed, and produced by Ranjith. The film centres on the fictitious conversation between the Thrissur based rice merchant C.E. Francis aka Pranchiyettan and St. Francis of Assisi. Priyamani, Innocent, Siddique, Kushboo, Jagathy Sreekumar, Ganapathy, Sasi Kalinga, Tini Tom and Biju Menon play the other important roles.
- Released: 2010
- Directed by: Ranjith
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Dasaratham
Mohanlal, Rekha Mallick, Vineeth KumarDasharatham is a 1989 Malayalam drama film written by A. K. Lohithadas and directed by Sibi Malayil. It stars Mohanlal, Rekha, Murali, Nedumudi Venu, Sukumaran, Karamana Janardanan Nair, Sukumari, Kaviyoor Ponnamma, K. P. A. C. Lalitha and Jayabharathi. The music was composed by Johnson. The film deals with the subject of artificial insemination. A. K. Lohithadas won the Kerala Film Critics Award for Best Scriptwriter. This is widely regarded as one of the best films from the Lohithadas-Sibi Malayil team. Vava and Unni etan also met because of a song from this movie.- Released: 1989
- Directed by: Sibi Malayil
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Vaathsalyam
Mammootty, Siddique, Cochin HaneefaVatsalyam is a 1993 Malayalam film directed by Cochin Haneefa and written by Lohithadas. It stars Mammootty, Siddique, Geetha, Janardhanan, Sunitha and Kaviyoor Ponnamma in the main roles.- Released: 1993
- Directed by: Cochin Haneefa
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Moonaampakam
Jayaram, Jagathy Sreekumar, ThilakanMoonnam Pakkam is a 1988 Malayalam drama film written and directed by Padmarajan. It stars Jayaram, Thilakan, Keerthy, Jagathi Sreekumar, Rahman, Ashokan and Ajayan. Keerthy and Ajayan made their debut in this film. The film met with universal critical acclaim and turned to be a cult film. The performance of Thilakan in the film was widely praised and is considered to be one of his best. This film was also a commercial success.- Released: 1988
- Directed by: Padmarajan
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- 32Oru CBI Diary Kurippu is a 1988 Malayalam mystery film directed by K. Madhu, written by S. N. Swamy, and starring Mammootty, Suresh Gopi, Jagathy Sreekumar, Mukesh, and Sukumaran. This film is the first in the series of the CBI investigative thrillers featuring Mammootty as CBI officer Sethurama Iyer. It was produced by M. Mani under the banner Sunitha Productions. Sequels to the film are Jagratha, Sethurama Iyer CBI, and Nerariyan CBI. A fifth sequel Veendum CBI in the franchise has been announced and is now in the pre-production stage. The plot-line of the film, Oru CBI Diary Kurippu, was crafted around a real life incidence, the Polakkulam Case in which a hotel employee was murdered and dropped from the terrace to make it look like a suicide. The case was investigated by the CBI and it was in this case that a humanoid dummy experiment was first done in the state of Kerala to prove a murder case. The lead character, Sethurama Iyer is inspired by a police officer named Radha Vinod Raju, Jammu and Kashmir cadre IPS Officer who in 2009 was appointed as the first chief of India's National Investigation Agency.
- Released: 1988
- Directed by: K. Madhu
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Vaanaprastham (Pilgrimage)
Mohanlal, Suhasini Mani Ratnam, Mattanoor Shankara MararKunhikuttan (Mohanlal) is a respected Kathakali dancer, but is also a member of a low caste. Trapped in a loveless marriage arranged by his estranged father, he dances for the love of his daughter, the only person in his life he cares about. When the equally unhappily married Subhadra (Suhasini) becomes enraptured by Kunhikuttan's portrayal of the hero Arjuna, the two have a tryst -- but Subhadra is only in love with Kunhikuttan's character, while he has fallen for her completely.- Released: 1999
- Directed by: Shaji N. Karun
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Thazhvaram
Mohanlal, Sumalatha, Balan K. NairThazhvaram is a 1990 Indian Malayalam revenge-thriller film directed by Bharathan and written by M. T. Vasudevan Nair, starring Mohanlal, Salim Ghouse, Anju, Sumalatha, and Sankaradi in the lead roles. It tells the tale of Balan who's on the lookout for revenge against Raju for the murder of Balan's wife Raji. Set in the backdrop of a village in a valley along Palakkad, it is influenced by the spaghetti western genre, and has achieved a cult status in Kerala since its release. Considered as the best thriller of all time in Malayalam cinema. Mohanlal's acting skills and Bharathan's direction are at the peak in this film.- Released: 1990
- Directed by: Bharathan
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Sanmanasullavarku Samadhanam
Mohanlal, Sreenivasan, ThilakanSanmanassullavarkku Samadhanam is a 1986 Malayalam-language Indian feature film directed by Sathyan Anthikkad, starring Mohanlal, Karthika, Sreenivasan and M.G. Soman.- Released: 1986
- Directed by: Sathyan Anthikad
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- 36Aaraam Thampuran is a 1997 Malayalam film written by Ranjith, directed by Shaji Kailas, and starring Mohanlal, Narendra Prasad, and Manju Warrier in the lead roles. The film was a huge success at the box office, and developed a cult following.
- Released: 1997
- Directed by: Shaji Kailas
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- 37Perumthachan is a Kerala State Film Award winning film released in 1991. This film was also nominated for the Golden Leopard Award. It is a story of the legend Perumthachan, a carpenter and his son, the problems caused by the generation gap are explored in the relationship between a skilled carpenter and his tradition-breaking son. The film was directed by Ajayan from a screenplay by M. T. Vasudevan Nair.
- Released: 1990
- Directed by: Ajayan
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Chemmeen
Madhu, Sheela, Kottarakkara Sreedharan NairChemmeen is a 1965 Malayalam romantic drama film Produced by Babu Ismail Sait, based on the highly acclaimed novel of the same name by Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai and directed by Ramu Kariat from a screenplay by S. L. Puram Sadanandan. The film tells the story of a pre-marital and later extra marital relationship between Karuthamma, the daughter of an ambitious Hindu fisherman, and Pareekutty, the son of a Muslim trader. The theme of the film is based around the popular belief among the fishermen communities along the coastal Kerala State in southern India regarding chastity. If a married fisher woman was faithless when her husband was out in the sea, the Sea Goddess would consume him. The film's cast includes Sheela as Karuthamma, Madhu as Pareekutty, Kottarakkara Sreedharan Nair as Chembankunju, and Sathyan as Palani. Produced by Babu Ismail Sait under the banner of Kanmani Films, it features cinematography by Marcus Bartley, and editing by Hrishikesh Mukherjee and K. D. George. Songs are set to music by Salil Chowdhury, with lyrics by Vayalar, and featuring the voices of K. J. Yesudas, P. Leela, Manna Dey and Santha P. Nair.- Released: 1965
- Directed by: Ramu Kariat
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Kaazcha
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Thalavattom
Mohanlal, Jagathy Sreekumar, MukeshThalavattam is a 1986 Malayalam drama film written and directed by Priyadarshan and starring Mohanlal, M. G. Soman and Karthika. The story is very loosely based on the American novel One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest. Thalavattam was remade in Hindi as Kyon Ki in 2005 by Priyadarshan himself. The film was also remade in Tamil in 1988 by Robert-Rajasekhar as Manasukkul Mathappu with Prabu and Saranya playing the lead.- Released: 1986
- Directed by: Priyadarshan
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- 41Mrugaya is a 1989 Malayalam action drama film written by AK Lohithadas and directed by IV Sasi. The film stars Mammootty, Sunitha in the lead role with Thilakan, Jagathy Sreekumar, Lalu Alex, Urvashi in supporting roles. Mrugaya tells the story of Varunni, the uncultured and drunkard hunter arrived in the village to kill a man-eating leopard. The film was a success at the box-office and won two Kerala State Film Awards. The leopard, used in a number of scenes in the film, was loaned out by animal trainer Govindarajan Naidu.
- Released: 1989
- Directed by: I. V. Sasi
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Bangalore Days
Dulquer Salmaan, Nivin Pauly, Nazriya NazimCousins, Divya, Kuttan, and Arjun, fulfil their childhood dream of relocating to Bangalore. As they embrace the warmth of the city, they also face challenges that transform their lives.- Released: 2014
- Directed by: Anjali Menon
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Kalyanaraman
Dileep, Kunchacko Boban, ThilakanKalyanaraman is a 2002 Malayalam romantic comedy film directed by Shafi starring Dileep and Navya Nair. The film was remade in Telugu as Kalyanaramudu starring Venu, Suman, Prabhudeva and Nikita Thukral.- Released: 2002
- Directed by: Shafi
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Kamaladalam
Mohanlal, Parvathy Subramaniam, Monisha UnniKamaladalam is a Malayalam film released in 1992, written by A. K. Lohithadas and directed by Sibi Malayil; featuring Mohanlal, Murali, Vineeth, Nedumudi Venu, Thikkurissy Sukumaran Nair, Monisha, Parvathy and Sukumari. It was produced by Mohanlal under the banner of Pranavam Arts.- Directed by: Sibi Malayil
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Pavithram
Mohanlal, Shobana, SreenivasanPavithram is a 1994 Indian Malayalam drama film directed by T. K. Rajeev Kumar. The film stars Mohanlal, Shobana, Vinduja Menon, Thilakan, Srividya, Sreenivasan, Nedumudi Venu and Innocent. The music was composed by Sharreth and the cinematography was by Santhosh Sivan. The film deals with the relationship between siblings Unnikrishnan and Meenakshi who have an almost 30 year age difference between them. The film won Mohanlal the 1994 Filmfare Award for Best Actor.- Released: 1994
- Directed by: T. K. Rajeev Kumar
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- 46Sadayam is a 1992 Malayalam drama thriller film written by M. T. Vasudevan Nair and directed by Sibi Malayil. It stars Mohanlal, Thilakan, Nedumudi Venu, Murali, Sreenivasan, Maathu, KPAC Lalitha, and T. G. Ravi. The film was produced and distributed by G. P. Vijayakumar under the banner of Seven Arts Films. The background score was composed by Johnson. The story follows convict Sathyanathan who is awaiting capital punishment for the murder of two young girls and two men. Mohanlal is considered to have given one of his finest performances. M. T. Vasudevan Nair won the 1992 National Award for Best Screenplay.
- Released: 1992
- Directed by: Sibi Malayil
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- 47Lal Salam is a 1990 Malayalam political film directed by Venu Nagavalli starring Mohanlal, Murali, Geetha and Urvashi in the lead roles. The story revolves around two phases of the lives of three Comrades - before and after the imprisonment of Sakhav Nettoor Stephen, Sakhav T.K. Antony and Sakhav Sethulakshmi, members of the Communist Party of India.
- Released: 1990
- Directed by: Venu Nagavally
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Memories
Nargis, Sunil DuttYaadein is a 1964 B&W Hindi film directed and produced by Sunil Dutt also starring himself. The only other actor in the film is Nargis Dutt that too in a silhouette in the final scene This film is first-ever Indian and one of kind films in world cinema as it features only a single actor and hence has found an entry in the Guinness Book of World Records in the category Fewest actors in a narrative film. Film narrative progresses through dialogues and background music composed by Vasant Desai, who also gave a song, Dekha hai sapna koi.. sung by Lata Mangeshkar.- Released: 1964
- Directed by: Sunil Dutt
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Vaisali
Nedumudi Venu, Geetha, Babu AntonyVaisali is a 1988 Malayalam film directed and edited by Bharathan. Produced by Dr. M.M Ramachandran and scripted by M. T. Vasudevan Nair, it was an adaptation of a sub-story told by Vedavyasa to King Yudhishtira in the epic Mahabharatha. It is the story of Vaisali, a devadasi girl who was assigned the mission of seducing Rishyashrungan, the son of Mahirshi Vibhandakan and bringing him to Chambapuri to perform a mahayagam to cause rain. Shot in a lavish setting, Vaisali was a huge hit at box office. This film, often considered as one of the best works of Bharathan is also considered as a cult classic in Malayalam cinema world. The cinematography by Madhu Ambat was widely appreciated and had won several awards.- Released: 1988
- Directed by: Bharathan
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Indian Rupee
Prithviraj Sukumaran, Jagathy Sreekumar, RevathiIndian Rupee is a 2011 Indian satirical film written and directed by Ranjith Balakrishnan, and produced by August Cinema. The film stars Prithviraj Sukumaran, Thilakan, Tini Tom and Jagathy Sreekumar in significant roles. The film released on 6 October 2011, to highly positive response from critics and audiences alike. It received numerous accolades including National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Malayalam and Kerala State Film Award for Best Film .- Released: 2011
- Directed by: Ranjith
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- 512012 the gift tomalayalam cinema
Ayalum Njanum Thammil is a 2012 Malayalam drama film directed by Lal Jose, produced by Prem Prakash and distributed by Century Films. The screenplay is written by Prem Prakash's sons Bobby and Sanjay and is inspired from Akira Kurosawa's Red Beard. It stars Prithviraj, Pratap Pothen, Narain, Samvrutha Sunil, Rima Kallingal and Remya Nambeesan in the lead roles. Ayalum Njanum Thammil is a candid and honest story of a committed senior doctor and an irresponsible junior doctor and, through their relationship, a picture of the medical profession is drawn vividly. The soundtrack and background score are composed by Ouseppachan while Vayalar Sarath Chandra Varma pens the lyrics for the songs. The film released on 19 October 2012 to widespread critical acclaim; it went on to be a hit at the box office. It won four Kerala State Film Awards, including the awards for Best Popular Film, Best Director and Best Actor.- Released: 2012
- Directed by: Lal Jose
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Su Su Sudhi Vathmeekam
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- 53Minnaram is a 1994 Malayalam musical film written and directed by Priyadarshan, starring Mohanlal, Shobana, Thilakan, Sankaradi, K. P. Ummer, Jagathy Sreekumar, Geetha Vijayan, Venu Nagavally, and Lalu Alex.
- Released: 1994
- Directed by: Priyadarshan
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Amen (2013 Film)
Fahadh Faasil, Indrajith Sukumaran, Swati Reddy- Released: 22 March 2013
- Directed by: Lijo Jose Pellissery
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- 55Azhakiya Ravanan is a 1996 Malayalam film directed by Kamal and written by Sreenivasan. Starring Mammootty, Bhanupriya, Sreenivasan, Innocent, Biju Menon, Rajan P. Dev, and Cochin Haneefa. The music is composed by Vidyasagar. The film is a rag-to-riches story of Shankar Das who eventually gets drunk on his success.
- Released: 1996
- Directed by: Kamal
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Bhramaram
Mohanlal, K. P. A. C. Lalitha, Bhumika ChawlaBhramaram is a 2009 Malayalam thriller film of road-movie genre, written and directed by Blessy, starring Mohanlal, Suresh Menon, Murali Gopy and Bhumika Chawla.- Released: 2009
- Directed by: Blessy
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- 57Innale is a 1990 Malayalam film written and directed by P. Padmarajan with Shobhana, Jayaram, Srividya and Suresh Gopi in pivotal roles.
- Released: 1989
- Directed by: Padmarajan
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Nivin Pauly, Anoop Menon, Bhagath AbridA remote village in Kerala displays a passion for cricket from 1983 to the present.- Released: 2014
- Directed by: Abrid Shine
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Sarvakalashala
Mohanlal, Jagathy Sreekumar, Nedumudi VenuSarvakalasala is a 1987 comedy/drama/romance Malayalam film directed by Venu Nagavalli, starring Mohanlal, Jagathi Sreekumar, Sukumaran, Adoor Bhasi, and Seema.- Released: 1987
- Directed by: Venu Nagavally
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Kammatipaadam
Dulquer Salmaan, Vinayakan, Manikandan R AchariKammatipaadam is a 2016 Indian Malayalam-language action thriller film directed by Rajeev Ravi and written by P. Balachandran. It was one of the top Gangster films ever made in India. The film stars Dulquer Salman, Vinayakan, Manikandan R Achari, Vinay Forrt, Shine Tom Chacko, and Shaun Romy. The songs were composed by K, John P. Varkey and Vinayakan while the background score was composed by K.
The film centers on Kammatipaadam, a slum locality in Ernakulam, Kerala. It focuses on how the Dalitcommunity was forced to give up their lands to real-estate mafias and how modern urbanisation of Kochimetro-city took place over the plight of the Dalits.
- Released: 20 May 2016
- Directed by: Rajeev Ravi
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When the Curtain Falls
Mammootty, Jagathy Sreekumar, SreenivasanYavanika is a 1982 Indian Malayalam mystery thriller film co-written and directed by K. G. George and starring Bharath Gopi, Mammootty and Jalaja. The film explores backstage drama of a travelling drama group. The plot is structured around the search for an unpopular tabla player of the troupe who suddenly disappears. The film uses Rashomon effect, popularized by the film Rashomon in its presentation. The film received wide critical acclaim and some critics even consider it as one of the greatest mystery thrillers ever made in the world. It stands out as an aesthetic and commercially successful film of the 1980s. It won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Film. It was one of the first notable films of Mammootty, who later turned out to be one of the biggest actors of all time in Indian cinema. He won the Kerala Film Critics Award for Best Supporting Actor, for his brilliant portrayal of Sub Inspector Jacob Eeraly. Thilakan established himself as an actor after he got his first state award in 1982 for his role manager Vakkachan in the film.- Released: 1982
- Directed by: K. G. George
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- Released: 2015
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Akashadoothu
Madhavi, Murali, Seena AntonyAkashadoothu is a 1993 Malayalam-language drama film directed by Sibi Malayil with Madhavi and Murali in lead roles. One of the most influential melodramas of the nineties, the film tells the tale of a widow suffering from leukemia. It won the National Film Award for Best Film on Family Welfare. Madhavi won Kerala State Film Award for Second Best Actress and Filmfare Award for Best Actress awards for this film. This film remade into Telugu and Kannada as Matrudevobhava and Karulina Koogu respectively. The plot of Akashadoothu was inspired from the movie Who Will Love My Children?.- Released: 1993
- Directed by: Sibi Malayil
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Bhoothakkannadi
Mammootty, Kavya Madhavan, Kalabhavan ManiBhoothakkannadi is a 1997 Malayalam film directed by Lohithadas. It tells the story of Vidyadharan, a clocksmith's incapability to deal with the harsh realities of his life. This was Lohithadas's first movie as a director and was critically acclaimed. Lohithadas won the Indira Gandhi Award for Best First Film of a Director at the National Film Awards. It won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Film in 1997. Mammootty won the Filmfare Award for Best Actor.- Released: 1997
- Directed by: A. K. Lohithadas
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Abu, Son of Adam
Mukesh, Nedumudi Venu, Kalabhavan ManiAdaminte Makan Abu is a 2011 Indian drama film written, directed and co-produced by Salim Ahamed; it is his debut. It stars Salim Kumar and Zarina Wahab in the lead roles with Mukesh, Kalabhavan Mani, Suraj Venjarammoodu, and Nedumudi Venu in supporting roles. The cinematography was handled by Madhu Ambat and it was edited by Vijay Shankar. The film features songs composed by Ramesh Narayan, and the score is by Isaac Thomas Kottukapally. The film tells the story of a poor attar seller Abu whose only remaining wish in life is the Hajj pilgrimage, which he strives hard to fulfill. Development on Adaminte Makan Abu began roughly a decade before it was released. It was shot digitally over one month beginning on 7 November 2010. Thrissur and Kozhikode in Kerala, India were the major filming locales. Distributed by Laughing Villa, a company owned by Salim Kumar and Allens Media, Adaminte Makan Abu was released in theatres on 24 June 2011. It received wide critical acclaim, with much praise for its story, direction, cast, cinematography, and score. It received honours for its music, cinematography and writing, as well as for Salim Kumar's performance.- Released: 2011
- Directed by: Salim Ahamed
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- 66Pappayude Swantham Appoos is a 1992 Malayalam film written and directed by Fazil, starring Mammootty and Badusha in the main roles. Suresh Gopi and Shobana are in lead roles. The music was composed by Ilayaraja. Badusha won the 1992 Kerala State Film Award for Best Child Artist for his performance. The film was the highest grosser of 1992. Family Audience were rushed into theatres to see this film.It was a huge Boxoffice success. The film had a run of nearly 200 days at trivandrum sreevishak theatre. The movie explores the relationship between a father who is depressed after the death of his wife and his neglected son..
- Released: 1992
- Directed by: Fazil
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- 67Raghavan, an ex-convict, tries to redeem his life after serving his sentence.
- Released: 2014
- Directed by: Venu Isc
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- 68Nandanam is a 2002 Malayalam film co-produced, written, and directed by Ranjith, starring Navya Nair and Prithviraj Sukumaran along with Kaviyoor Ponnamma, Revathi, and Aravindar. Singer K. J. Yesudas made a cameo appearance. The music was composed by Raveendran.
- Released: 2002
- Directed by: Ranjith
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Amrutham Gamaya
Mohanlal, Thilakan, SukumariAmrutham Gamaya is a 1987 Malayalam-language Indian feature film directed by T.Hariharan and produced by P.K.R Pillai for Shirdhi Sai Creations, starring Mohanlal, Parvathy, Thilakan and Geetha. The film is written by acclaimed Malayalam writer M. T. Vasudevan Nair. Guilt never found a more poignant expression on a film than this. How a doctor tries to atone for his mistake as a student that destroyed a family was most sensitively penned by the master writer.- Released: 1987
- Directed by: Hariharan
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- 70Kaliyattam is a 1997 Malayalam film directed by Jayaraaj, and starring Suresh Gopi, Lal, Manju Warrier, and Biju Menon. The film is an adaptation of William Shakespeare's play Othello against the backdrop of the Hindu Theyyam performance. Suresh Gopi played Kannan Perumalayan, the equivalent to Othello. Lal played Paniyan, the equivalent to Iago. Manju Warrier played Thamara, the Desdemona version. And Biju Menon played Kanthan, Cassio's role. In 1998, Suresh Gopi received the National Film Award for Best Actor, and Jayaraaj the award for Best Director for their work on the film.
- Released: 1997
- Directed by: Jayaraj
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Manassinakkare
Nayantara, Jayaram, Nedumudi VenuManassinakkare is a 2003 Malayalam family drama film directed by Sathyan Anthikkad and written by Ranjan Pramod. It stars Sheela, Jayaram, Nayantara, Innocent, Oduvil Unnikrishnan, K. P. A. C. Lalitha, Siddique, Sukumari, Nedumudi Venu, and Mammukoya in the main roles. The film's score and soundtrack were composed by Ilayaraja. The film marked a comeback for actress Sheela, and it was the debut film for Nayantara.- Released: 2003
- Directed by: Sathyan Anthikad
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Padamudra
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Arappatta Kettiya Graamathil
Mammootty, Jagathy Sreekumar, Nedumudi VenuArappatta Kettiya Gramathil is a 1986 Malayalam film directed by P. Padmarajan, based on his own short story of the same name. The film revolves around three men, Zechariah, Hilal, and Gopi, who go to a brothel in a remote village and the problems they had to face there in the next 24 hours. It also stars Kanakalatha, Sukumari, Unnimary and Jagathy Sreekumar in other pivotal roles. The film was a commercial failure though considered as a cult classic by Padmarajan's fans. Sukumari won both the Kerala State Film Award and the Kerala Film Critics Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Maluvamma.- Released: 1986
- Directed by: Padmarajan
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- 74Veendum Chila Veettukaryangal is a 1999 Malayalam family drama film directed by Sathyan Anthikkad and written by A. K. Lohithadas, starring Jayaram, Thilakan, and Samyuktha Varma in the main roles. This was Samyuktha Varma's debut film. A. K. Lohithadas makes a cameo appearance. The film was produced by P. V. Gangadharan under the banner of Gruhalakshmi Productions and was distributed by Kalpaka Films. Samyuktha Varma won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress for her role as Bhavana.The film was a hit.
- Released: 1999
- Directed by: Sathyan Anthikad
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- 75Meesa Madhavan is a 2002 Malayalam romantic comedy film directed by Lal Jose and written by Ranjan Pramod; starring Dileep in the title role. The film went on to become a blockbuster and the highest grossing Malayalam film of the year, and also established Dileep's status as a star. In 2003, this film was remade in Telugu as Dongodu starring Ravi Teja and Kalyani and in Kannada as Hori starring Vinod Prabhakar. It was also unofficially remade in Tamil as Kollaikaran starring Vidharth.
- Released: 2002
- Directed by: Lal Jose
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- 76Punjabi House is a 1998 Malayalam comedy musical film written and directed by Rafi Mecartin, starring Dileep, Mohini, Lal, Cochin Hanifa, Harisree Asokan, Neena Kurup, and Janardanan. The music was composed by Suresh Peters, making his debut as a film composer. The film was released as a grand Onam release on the day of Thiruvonam. The film was remade by Priyadarshan in Bollywood as Chup Chup Ke in 2006, starring Shahid Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor, Neha Dhupia, and Sunil Shetty.
- Released: 1998
- Directed by: Meccartin
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- 77North 24 Kaatham is a 2013 Indian Malayalam road movie written and directed by debutante director Anil Radhakrishnan Menon. The film features Fahadh Faasil, Nedumudi Venu and Swati Reddy in the lead roles. Movie released along with mass movies Singaravelan, Daivathinte Swantham Cleetus and received as a better movie among onam releases. Fahad Fazil, whose previous movies Olipporu and D Company were failure, is all back with the consecutive success of his two movies Artist and North 24 Kaatham. The film's background score is composed by Govind Menon. The movie released as an Onam release on September 15.
- Released: 2013
- Directed by: Anil Radhakrishnan Menon
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Chandralekha
Mohanlal, Anil Kapoor, SreenivasanChandralekha is a 1997 Malayalam film directed by Priyadarshan and produced by Fazil. This brought back after a couple of years the old successful comedy combo of Mohanlal and Sreenivasan, which was popular in the late 1980s and early 1990s. This film is the fourth record grosser film from Priyadarshan-Mohanlal team, after Thalavattam, Chithram, and Kilukkam The name "Chandralekha" is a combination of the names of the two heroines in the story, 'Chandra' and 'Lekha'.- Released: 1997
- Directed by: Priyadarshan
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Thattathin Marayathu
Sreenivasan, Manoj K. Jayan, Nivin PaulyThattathin Marayathu is a 2012 Malayalam musical-romance film written and directed by Vineeth Sreenivasan, starring Nivin Pauly, Isha Talwar and Sreenivasan in the lead roles. The supporting cast includes Aju Varghese, Manoj K. Jayan, Sunny Wayne, Sreeram Ramachandran, Bhagath Manuel, Manikuttan and Niveda Thomas. The film was produced by actors Mukesh and Sreenivasan. The film is the story of Vinod Nair and Aisha, belonging to Hinduism and Islam respectively, falling in love and the conflict arising out of this. Upon its release, it became an addictive cult among youth, and was declared as a blockbuster at the box office. The movie was remade in Telugu as "Saheba Subramanyam".- Released: 2012
- Directed by: Vineeth Sreenivasan
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Yatra
Rekha, Nana Patekar, Deepti NavalYatra is a 2006 Indian Hindi drama film directed by Goutam Ghose, the movie featured Rekha, Nana Patekar and Deepti Naval.- Released: 2006
- Directed by: Goutam Ghose
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- 81Hitler is a 1996 Malayalam film written and directed by Siddique, co-produced by Lal, and starring Mammootty and Mukesh in lead roles and, Shobhana, Saikumar, Jagadish, and Vani Viswanath in supporting roles.
- Released: 1996
- Directed by: Siddique
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Kodiyettam
K. P. A. C. Lalitha, Bharath Gopi, Kaviyoor PonnammaKodiyettam is a 1978 Indian feature film production written and directed by Adoor Gopalakrishnan. It is in Malayalam. The film notably does not feature any kind of film score.- Released: 1977
- Directed by: Adoor Gopalakrishnan
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Anubhavangal Paalichakal
Mammootty, Prem Nazir, SheelaAnubhavangal Paalichakal is a 1971 Malayalam film scripted by Thoppil Bhasi and directed by K. S. Sethumadhavan. The story is based on the novel of the same name Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai. The stars Sathyan, Prem Nazeer and Sheela. It was the last film of legendary Malayalam actor Sathyan, who died before all the scenes were shot. Actor Mammootty, present day superstar of Malayalam films, made his debut with this film; he appears in a single scene.- Released: 1971
- Directed by: K. S. Sethumadhavan
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- 84Manjil Virinja Pookkal is a 1980 Malayalam film produced by Navodaya Appachan and directed by Fazil, starring Shankar, Poornima Jayaram, and Mohanlal in the main roles. This film was one of the biggest hits of the year and was a major landmark in the career of director Fazil. The songs were composed by Jerry Amaldev. Manjil Virinja Pookkal was Mohanlal's first release. His first film Thiranottam was never released in theaters. The film was shot mainly from Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu. The first dialogue of Mohanlal, which begins as "I am Narendran" was shot from the Astoria Hotel, near Kodaikanal busstand. 11 years later, the Hollywood thriller Sleeping with the Enemy had the same storyline as Manjil Virinja Pookkal. Sleeping with the Enemy was later remade into Hindi four times as Yaraana, Daraar, Agni Sakshi, Koi Mere Dil Se Poochhe; into Tamil as Aval Varuvala; and into a Pakistani movie Khilona.
- Released: 1980
- Directed by: Fazil
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- 85Aniyathipraavu is a 1997 Malayalam musical-romance film directed by Fazil and produced by Swargachitra Appachan. It stars Kunchacko Boban and Shalini in the lead roles. The film tells a love story, about Sudhish Kumar and Mini who fell in love despite being from two different religious communities. The music was composed by Ouseppachan with the lyrics by S. Ramesan Nair. The film and the music was a trendsetter and was the Biggest Seller of the Year..Aniyathipravu was one of the biggest hits in the history of Malayalam cinema. Fazil remade it into the Tamil film Kadhalukku Mariyadhai and Priyadarshan adapted the story for his Hindi film Doli Saja Ke Rakhna.
- Released: 1997
- Directed by: Fazil
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- 86Kerala Varma Pazhassi Raja is a 2009 Malayalam historical drama film based on the life of Pazhassi Raja, a Hindu king who fought against the British in the 18th century. The film was directed by Hariharan, written by M. T. Vasudevan Nair and produced by Gokulam Gopalan. It stars an ensemble cast consisting of Mammootty in the title lead role, and Manoj K. Jayan, Kanika Subramaniam, Sarath Kumar, Padmapriya, Thilakan, Peter Handley Evans, Harry Key, Linda Arsenio and Jagathi Sreekumar in supporting roles. The music score and soundtrack were created by Ilaiyaraaja, while its sound design is by Resul Pookutty. The political situation of the time is portrayed from an Indian viewpoint in the film, and the locals are treated sympathetically. The film was featured in international film festivals of Kerala and Mumbai besides many festivals across the world including the prestigious Fukuoka International Film Festival. The film won National Film Award for Best Background Score, Best Audiography and Special Jury Award. It received numerous other accolades including eight Kerala State Film Awards and seven Filmfare Awards South.
- Released: 2009
- Directed by: Hariharan
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Aavanazhi
Mammootty, Innocent, GeethaAavanazhi is a 1986 Malayalam action film. Directed by I. V. Sasi, based on the script written by T. Damodaran, Aavanazhi was a huge hit at the box office. Mammootty appears in the lead role of Balram, a police inspector. This film deals with social and political issues of that time. Starring with Mammootty in lead roles are Geetha, Seema, Sukumaran, Captain Raju, Janardanan, Jagannatha Varma, Innocent, Thikkurisi Sukumaran Nair, Sreenivasan and Sankaradi. The big success of Aavanazhi led to its remake in Tamil as Kadamai Kanniyam Kattupaadu, in Telugu as Marana Sasanam and in Hindi as Satyamev Jayate. I.V. Sasi brought out two sequels — Inspector Balram in 1991 and Balram vs. Taradas in 2006.- Released: 1986
- Directed by: I. V. Sasi
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Paleri Manikyam: Oru Pathirakolapathakathinte Katha
Mammootty, Sreenivasan, Shweta MenonPaleri Manikyam: Oru Pathirakolapathakathinte Katha is a 2009 Malayalam language Indian mystery film written and directed by Ranjith, starring Mammootty, Shwetha Menon and Mythili. It is based on a best selling Malayalam novel of the same name by T. P. Rajeevan, which said the true story of the first recorded murder case in Kerala. Mammooty plays three characters in the film. The film introduced Mythili to the Malayalam film industry. Ranjith also introduced about thirty Malayalam stage artists through this film. The film tells the story of a private detective, who returns to his birthplace, a village called Paleri, to solve a murder mystery that occurred on the same night he was born. Upon the release of the movie, it got an 'A' certificate due to its violent and adult content. The film won five Kerala State Film Awards including the Best Film Award. Mammootty won his fifth Kerala State Film Award for Best Actor for playing three roles Ahmed Haji, Haridas, and Khalid Ahmed in this movie. Shweta Menon also won her first Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress for this film.- Released: 2009
- Directed by: Ranjith
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Nirmalyam
Kaviyoor Ponnamma, Kottarakkara Sreedharan Nair, P. J. AntonyNirmalyam is a 1973 Malayalam film written and directed by M. T. Vasudevan Nair, and starring P. J. Antony and Shanta Devi. Malayalam actor P. J. Antony won the National Film Award for Best Actor in 1974 for his performance as a velichappadu in this movie. The film received the National Film Award for Best Feature Film and Kerala State Film Award for Best Film in 1974. It is one of the classics in Malayalam cinema. It is the debut of M. T. Vasudevan Nair as director and also the debut of Sukumaran and Sumithra as actors. It is the second movie of Ravi Menon, who acted earlier in a Hindi movie. This movie was a breakthrough in Ravi Menon's acting career. The movie is an adaptation of the short story "Pallivalum Kalchilambum" by M. T. Vasudevan Nair.- Released: 1973
- Directed by: M. T. Vasudevan Nair
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Thirakadha
Prithviraj Sukumaran, Priyamani, Cochin HaneefaThirakkatha is a 2008 Malayalam romantic drama film co-produced, written, and directed by Ranjith. The film is a tribute to the yesteryear actresses who had been graceful, popular figures in cinema during their younger age with patronage and later got completely disregarded by the industry, media and the masses alike. Ranjith has drawn inspiration from the life of many actresses but especially from the romantic link-up of actress Srividya with actor Kamal Haasan. He has adopted a special narrative style for the film. The story shifts between the present and flash back through the perspective of different characters. The story is divided into three monologues which meet in the climax. The film has garnered positive reviews from the critics and audiences alike. The film won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Malayalam. And Priyamani won the Filmfare Awards South for Best Actress.- Released: 2008
- Directed by: Ranjith
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- 91A taxi driver, Rasool, and a salesgirl, Anna, fall in love with each other. But their union is questioned when Anna persuades Rasool to convert to Christianity.
- Released: 2013
- Directed by: Rajeev Ravi
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- 92Neram is a 2013 Indian comedy thriller film, written, directed and edited by Alphonse Putharen in his directorial debut. Simultaneously made in the Malayalam and Tamil languages, it stars Nivin Pauly, Nazriya Nazim and Bobby Simha in both versions. Supporting roles were played by Manoj K. Jayan, Shammi Thilakan, and Lalu Alex in Malayalam and Nassar, Thambi Ramiah and John Vijay portrayed the characters in Tamil. The whole film is set within one day in Chennai. The music was scored by debutant Rajesh Murugesan while Anand C. Chandran handled the cinematography. The Malayalam version released on May 10, 2013, while the Tamil version released on May 17. The film's both versions received positive reviews upon release. The film is going to be remade in marathi starring Bhushan Pradhan reprising the role of Nivin Pauly. The film was a commercial success at the box-office.
- Released: 2013
- Directed by: Alphonse Puthren
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Niram
Kunchacko Boban, K. P. A. C. Lalitha, Shalini KumarNiram is a 1999 Malayalam movie directed by Kamal, starring Kunchacko Boban and Shalini in the lead roles. The film is about a special friendship between a boy and girl, Aby and Sona. The film's music was composed by Vidyasagar. Niram was a commercial success, and brought back in a genre of college campus based films in Malayalam cinema. The film was remade in Telugu as Nuvve Kavali starring Tarun and Richa Pallod, in Tamil as Piriyadha Varam Vendum starring Prashanth and Shalini, in Kannada as Ninagagi with Vijay Raghavendra and in Hindi as Tujhe Meri Kasam starring Ritesh Deshmukh and Genelia D'souza.- Released: 1999
- Directed by: Kamal
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Adaminte Vaariyellu
Mammootty, Thilakan, Suhasini ManiratnamAadaminte Vaariyellu is a 1983 Malayalam film directed by K.G. George and starring Srividya, Suhasini, and Soorya. The film handles issues of women.- Released: 1983
- Directed by: K. G. George
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Two Countries
Dileep, Mamta Mohandas, Aju Varghese- Released: 2015
- Directed by: Shafi
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Chanakyan
Kamal Haasan, Jayaram, Urmila MatondkarChanakyan is a 1989 Malayalam-language Indian feature film directed by T K Rajeev Kumar, starring Kamal Haasan, Urmila Matondkar, Jayaram, Madhu and Thilakan.- Released: 1989
- Directed by: T. K. Rajeev Kumar
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Piravi
C. V. Sreeraman, Sreeraman, ArchanaPiravi is a 1989 Malayalam feature film directed by Shaji N. Karun. It stars Premji, Archana and Lakshmi Krishnamurthy. The film's music is composed by G. Aravindan. Piravi met with widespread critical acclaim upon release. The film was screened and very well received at many film festivals across the world, winning at least 31 awards in total, including the Caméra d'Or at the 1989 Cannes Film Festival. It also won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film at the National Film Awards in 1989.- Released: 1988
- Directed by: Shaji N. Karun
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Appunni
Mohanlal, Nedumudi Venu, SukumariAppunni is a 1984 Malayalam romantic comedy film written by V. K. N. and directed by Sathyan Anthikad. The film is based on V. K. N.'s story Premavum Vivahavum. The lead roles are played by Nedumudi Venu, Menaka, Bharath Gopi, Mohanlal and Sukumari.- Released: 1984
- Directed by: Sathyan Anthikad
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22 Female Kottayam
Rima Kallingal, Fahadh Faasil, Pratap K. Pothen22 Female Kottayam, also known as 22FK, is a 2012 Malayalam-language Indian thriller drama film directed by Aashiq Abu and starring Rima Kallingal and Fahadh Faasil in the lead roles. The story concerns the travails of 22-year-old nurse Tessa from Kottayam who was raped and who takes revenge on her tormentors. Set and filmed in Bangalore, it released on April 13, 2012, and received strongly positive reviews from critics. It was also well received at the box-office. Rima Kallingal won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress for her performances in 22 Female Kottayam and Nidra.- Released: 2012
- Directed by: Aashiq Abu
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- 100Inspector Balram is a 1991 Malayalam film directed by I. V. Sasi, scripted by T. Damodaran, and starring Mammootty. It is a sequel to the 1986 film Aavanazhi and was followed by a sequel, Balram vs. Taradas, in 2006. The movie was produced and distributed by Liberty Productions.
- Released: 1991
- Directed by: I. V. Sasi
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- 101Immanuel works at a book publisher until it closes. To make ends meet, he is forced to move outside of his comfort zone.
- Released: 2013
- Directed by: Lal Jose
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Mumbai Police
Prithviraj Sukumaran, Jayasurya, Shweta MenonMumbai Police is a 2013 Indian Malayalam Crime thriller film written by Bobby-Sanjay and directed by Rosshan Andrrews. It features Prithviraj, Jayasurya and Rahman in the lead roles. Supporting roles are played by Kunjan, Aparna Nair and debutant Hima Davis. The film is produced by Nisad Haneefa and co-produced by Nivas Haneef and Niyas Haneefa. The background score was composed by Gopi Sunder and the cinematography was handled by G. Diwakaran. The Khaleej Times identified Mumbai Police as one of the "remarkable box-office success[es]" of 2013.- Released: 2013
- Directed by: Rosshan Andrrews
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- 103Narasimham is a 2000 Malayalam action masala film written by Ranjith and directed by Shaji Kailas. It stars Mohanlal in the title role along with Thilakan, N. F. Varghese, Aishwarya, Kanaka, Jagathi Sreekumar. This was the first movie from Aashirvad Cinemas owned by Antony Perumbavoor. Upon release the film broke almost all the box office records becoming a record breaking grosser and the all time biggest blockbuster in Malayalam cinema at that time. The film completed 200 days in one theatre and 175 days in three theatres and grossed around 22 Crore in total making a 10 Crore profit to the producer. Narasimham grossed around 7 crores as distributor's share. The film is an all time highest grossing movie in Malayalam Cinema when adjusted to inflation, considering the high increase in number of releasing theatres, ticket rates and money value. It was remade in Telugu as Adhipathi with Mohan Babu and Nagarjuna appeared in a guest role.
- Released: 2000
- Directed by: Shaji Kailas
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Loud Speaker
Mammootty, Jagathy Sreekumar, Cochin HaneefaLoudspeaker is a 2009 Malayalam film produced, written, and directed by Jayaraj, starring Mammootty, Sasi Kumar, Gracy Singh, Jagathy Sreekumar, Cochin Hanifa, Saleem Kumar, and KPAC Lalitha.- Released: 2009
- Directed by: Jayaraj
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- 105Chanthupottu is a 2005 Malayalam film directed by Lal Jose, written by Benny P. Nayarambalam, and produced by Lal. The story is about a man named Radhakrishnan who was brought up like a girl by his grandmother. This film was a super hit at the box office.
- Released: 2005
- Directed by: Lal Jose
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Varsham
Trisha, Prabhas, Dharmavarapu SubramanyamVarsham is a Tollywood film produced by M.S. Raju and directed by Sobhan. The film stars Prabhas, Trisha, and Gopichand. The music was composed by Devi Sri Prasad. This film was the first success of Prabhas after previous unsuccessful films. The film was remade in Tamil as Mazhai starring Jayam Ravi and Shriya Saran and in Oriya as Barsa My Darling. It was dubbed in Hindi as Baarish The season of love.- Released: 2004
- Directed by: Sobhan
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Njan Gandharvan
Philomina, M. G. Soman, Narendra PrasadNjan Gandharvan is a 1991 Malayalam fantasy romance film written and directed by P. Padmarajan. It stars Nitish Bharadwaj and Suparna Anand in lead roles. The film is an esoteric fantasy about a girl and her passion for a celestial lover, who keeps appearing from a wooden statue that she found on a beach but is invisible to others.- Released: 1991
- Directed by: Padmarajan
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Uyarangalil
Mohanlal, Jagathy Sreekumar, Nedumudi VenuUyarangalil is a 1984 Malayalam thriller film directed by I. V. Sasi, written by M.T. Vasudevan Nair, and produced by S. Pavamani; starring Mohanlal, Nedumudi Venu, Rahman, Kajal Kiran, Swapna, and Ratheesh in the lead roles.- Released: 1984
- Directed by: I. V. Sasi
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Kathodu Kathoram
Mammootty, Nedumudi Venu, InnocentKaathodu Kaathoram is a 1985 Malayalam film directed by Bharathan, and starring Mammootty and Saritha.- Released: 1985
- Directed by: Bharathan
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Ente Veedu Appuvinteyum
Jayaram, Nedumudi Venu, SiddiqueEnte Veedu Appuvinteyum is 2003 family drama film in Malayalam language directed by Sibi Malayil and starring Jayaram, Jyothirmayi and Kalidas Jayaram. The film was remade in Tamil as Kannadi Pookal.- Released: 2003
- Directed by: Sibi Malayil
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- 111Twenty:20 is a 2008 Malayalam Indian action thriller film written by Udayakrishna and Siby K. Thomas and directed by Joshiy. The film was produced and distributed by actor Dileep through Graand Production and Manjunatha Release. The film was produced on behalf of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists, as a fundraiser to support actors who are struggling in the Malayalam film industry. The actor worked without payment in order to raise funds for the AMMA. The film features an ensemble cast, which includes Mammootty, Mohanlal, Suresh Gopi, Jayaram and Dileep. The film's music is composed by Berny-Ignatius and Suresh Peters. The first two-week distributors share of the film stood at 5.72 crore. The film managed to secure third position in Tamil Nadu's box office in its opening week. The total number of opening prints releasing inside Kerala was 117; outside Kerala, approximately 25 prints were released on 21 November 2008, including 4 prints in the USA and 11 prints in the UAE. The film collected 32.6 crore in its total run. It was the highest grossing film in Malayalam cinema until 2014.
- Released: 2008
- Directed by: Joshiy
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Achuvinte Amma
Meera Jasmine, Sukumari, UrvashiAchuvinte Amma is a 2005 Malayalam film directed by Sathyan Anthikkad and written by Ranjan Pramod. It stars Narain Urvashi and Meera Jasmine . The music is composed by Ilaiyaraaja with the lyrics by Gireesh Puthenchery. The film went on to win several awards including the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actress.- Released: 2005
- Directed by: Sathyan Anthikad
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- 113Diamond Necklace is a 2012 Malayalam film directed by Lal Jose, starring Fahadh Faasil, Samvrutha Sunil, Gauthami Nair and Anusree in the lead roles. Gauthami Nair and Fahadh Faasil won Filmfare awards for their roles. Composer Vidyasagar won a Filmfare award too. The plot is inspired from "Tapan Babu", the third segment of the Tollywood anthology film Ek Mutho Chabi.
- Released: 2012
- Directed by: Lal Jose
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Pakshe
Mohanlal, Jagathy Sreekumar, ShobanaPakshe is a 1994 Malayalam romantic drama film written by Cheriyan Kalpakavadi and directed by Mohan. It stars Mohanlal and Shobhana in the lead roles. Though a usually repeated story in Malayalam films, the director is successful in saying the story in the most heart-touchable way. The film was critically acclaimed and was a box-office success and is rated as one of best films in Malayalam film industry. Mohan is a critically acclaimed director in Malayalam film and has directed many classic movies such as Isabella, Edavela, Angane Oru Avadhikkalathu etc.- Released: 1994
- Directed by: Mohan
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Chidambaram
Mohanlal, Sreenivasan, Smita PatilChidambaram is a 1985 Malayalam film written, directed and produced by G. Aravindan. It is the film adaptation of a short story by C. V. Sreeraman. The film explores various aspects of relations between men and women through the lives of three people living in a cattle farm. Themes of guilt and redemption are also dealt with. Bharath Gopi, Smita Patil, Sreenivasan and Mohan Das play the lead roles. It won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film and five Kerala State Film Awards including Best Film and Best Direction.- Released: 1985
- Directed by: G. Aravindan
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Sukhamo Devi
Mohanlal, Urvashi, GeethaSukhamo Devi is a 1986 Malayalam-language Indian feature film directed by Venu Nagavally who described the film as his own tragical love story. It features Mohanlal in Supporting role with Shankar in lead role and Geetha and Urvashi pivote role. The film, features memorable music soundtrack composed by Raveendran to the lyrics penned by O. N. V. Kurup and cinematography by S. Kumar. Editing of the film was done by K. P. Puthran while the assistant directors to the film were Ajayan and G. S. Vijayan with Art direction by Krishnan Kutty. K. J. Yesudas and K. S. Chithra has lent their voice for the soundtracks of the film.- Directed by: Venu Nagavally
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T. D. Dasan Std. VI B
Jagathy Sreekumar, Shweta Menon, Biju Menon2010T. D. Dasan Std. VI B is a 2010 Malayalam film written and directed by Mohan Raghavan and produced by Paul Vadukumcherry.The film deals with a child's desire to see his father, and the beginning is made when he gets a clue from a piece of paper he finds in his mother's trunk. The wanderings of the boy's mind and the real unravel of world which is a mix of dreams, desires and the present are portrayed in the movie. The film features Master Alexander, Biju Menon, Jagadish and Shweta Menon in the lead roles. Master Alexander won the Best Child Actor award in an online poll conducted by The Times of India. The film opened in Kerala theatres on 9 April 2010 to universal acclaim. It was screened at various international film festivals and has garnered several awards. Despite all the acclaim, the film performed poorly at the box office. T. D. Dasan Std. VI B was the only film directed by Mohan Raghavan who died a year after the release of the film.- Released: 2010
- Directed by: Mohan Raghavan
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Kammatipaadam
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- 119Irakal is a 1985 Malayalam psychological thriller film written and directed by K. G. George and produced by the then prominent actor Sukumaran. The film is an in-depth exploration of the psychology of violence. Ganesh Kumar plays the film's protagonist. The film met with critical acclaim upon release, though not commercially successful. It received several accolades including the state awards of that year.
- Released: 1985
- Directed by: K. G. George
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- 120Ulsavapittennu is a 1988 Indian Malayalam film, directed by Bharath Gopi and produced by Babu. The film stars Mohanlal, Parvathy Jayaram, Jayaram and Sukumaran in lead roles. The film had musical score by G. Devarajan.
- Released: 1989
- Directed by: Bharath Gopi
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