The year also stood out for smaller, experimental movies that pushed the boundaries of traditional storytelling.
: India’s first truly original superhero film. Basil Joseph gave us a story about a small-town tailor who gains lightning powers. But the magic wasn't in the CGI; it was in the heart. It was a film about the small, petty, and beautiful people of a local village, and their struggles with love, loss, and legacy. A global Netflix sensation that put Malayalam cinema on the world map.
: This dark comedy directed by Chidambaram became a sleeper hit, grossing ₹15.06 crore . Relying on sharp situational humour and standout ensemble acting, it proved that narrative content outperformed massive budgets. OTT Revolution and Widespread Critical Acclaim
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A tense political thriller directed by Martin Prakkat, it earned critical acclaim for its screenplay and performances by Kunchacko Boban, Joju George, and Nimisha Sajayan.
Malayalam cinema is also known for its light-hearted comedies and family dramas that often feature relatable characters and engaging storylines.
: Independent Malayalam music videos focusing on folk traditions and contemporary hip-hop saw a massive surge in viewership, reflecting a shift toward non-film music. Highly Anticipated Movie Teasers and Trailers The year also stood out for smaller, experimental
The official trailer for Tovino Thomas’s Minnal Murali (Netflix) dropped on December 14, 2021. Within 24 hours, it garnered , making it the most viewed Malayalam trailer of the year. The comments section exploded with praise for its VFX, rooted storytelling (a tailor gains superpowers), and the villain’s emotional depth. Clips of “Minnal Murali vs. Shibu” became YouTube Shorts staples.
: Directed by Jeo Baby and initially released on NeeStream before moving to Amazon Prime, this film became a national phenomenon. It offered a blistering, realistic critique of patriarchy and domestic servitude in Indian households.
Towards the end of 2021, the teaser and trailer for the superhero film Minnal Murali (released on Netflix) created a massive buzz, with many users sharing their excitement for the first authentic Malayalam superhero [PerQueryResult: Minnal Murali]. But the magic wasn't in the CGI; it was in the heart
Heavy lockdown period
Movies like Joji , Aarkkariyam , and Sunny were shot with limited casts in single locations, turning pandemic restrictions into intimate, character-driven storytelling assets.
