For the passionate cinephile and the casual weekend viewer alike, few phrases generate as much excitement as The Malayalam film industry (affectionately known as Mollywood) has undergone a phenomenal transformation over the last decade. Once known primarily for art-house cinema, it now produces a roaring torrent of mainstream, content-driven blockbusters that often clash at the box office on any given Friday.
If you are looking for movies currently playing or arriving soon: Pallichattambi : Released last week on April 9, 2026 Madhuvidhu : Scheduled to release this Thursday, April 16, 2026 : Arriving next week on April 23, 2026 District by Zomato 📱 New on OTT Platforms
This release has generated significant buzz for its gritty storytelling, following in the footsteps of recent successful Mollywood action films. Now Streaming: New OTT Releases
Based on recent audience feedback and ratings, these are the best-reviewed films currently in circulation:
(Rel. April 10/15): Directed by Dijo Jose Antony, this 1950s period drama stars Tovino Thomas . Reviewers highlight its "technical brilliance" and "visceral storytelling," though some find the narrative slightly overstuffed with historical detail.