MUST WATCH MALAYLAM FILMS

 Ustad Hotel (2012)

Faizi is an only child and an aspiring chef. Sadly, that's not a real job as far as his parents are concerned. When his father refuses to help him set up a business, Faizi decides to run away. However, his father catches him and confiscates all his money and passport. Stuck in a desperate situation, he seeks his sister's help and she tells him to go to his grandfather. The grandad runs a small restaurant, that serves the tastiest biryani in all of Kerala. It is here that Faizi learns and unlearns everything about life. 

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22 Female Kottayam (2012)

One of the most daring movies in the long history of Malayalam cinema, 22 Female Kottayam changed how women have been portrayed in Malayalam cinema. The film revolves around Tessa, who works in Bangalore as a nurse. In the hope of going to the Gulf, she starts talking to an agent who she grows fond of. They fall in love, move in together, but soon enough she finds out his truth. 

Mumbai Police (2013)

Prithviraj's action-thriller, Mumbai Police, is a riveting tale about a man who loses his memory in an accident. Over the next few days, he seeks help from his friends and colleagues in an attempt to retrace his steps before the accident. He's key to the investigation of his friend's murder and must remember it at any cost. With an unexpected twist, this movie will keep you at the edge of your seat. 

Drishyam (2013)

A film that has been remade in 3 different Indian languages, Drishyam will keep you guessing for a long time. 

A family is a prime suspect in the missing case of the Commissioner's son. They are questioned, beaten mercilessly, separated, and questioned some more, but none of them break. The case remains unsolved and a mother is left grieving. With an engaging storyline and a spectacular cast, this movie remains one of the best movies in Malayalam cinema. 

Bangalore Days (2014)

With a powerful ensemble, this movie speaks to the current generation. From relationship struggles to living-away-from-home struggles to reliving-your-past struggles, it has it all. Each character is sketched perfectly to reflect real-life struggles that helped people connect with the actors. With a beautiful soundtrack, characters you'll instantly fall in love with and our very own DQ, this movie is one of the best of the decade. 

How Old Are You? (2014)

The story of a woman's quest to find herself, How Old Are You? belongs to the generation of new-age movies in which women are their own knights in shining armours. They don't need rescuing and they certainly don't need your validation. Her child ridicules her, her husband discourages her, but against all odds, Nirupama continues to stand strong. She finds her true self and becomes a successful entrepreneur. This makes for quite an interesting tale. 

Charlie (2015)

In a wild goose chase to find a mysterious man, Tessa ends up falling in love with him. Enamoured by his mystical personality, she begins tracing his steps back to the places he once frequented. There are moments when she misses him by seconds, but that's the thing about timing, isn't it? 

A visual delight, this movie stays right on its course and leaves a lasting impression. 

 Premam (2015)

Premam is a story about George who falls in and out of love much like we all do in real life. His first love is taken away by his namesake. His second love meets with an accident and forgets him. His third love is the younger sister of his first love, who also happens to be 18 years younger than him. Now, which one is going to be his forever after? Funny, witty, full of nostalgia and a kickass background score, Premam is one movie you should not miss. 

Angamaly Diaries (2017)

One dirty look from the opposing gang is enough to rile up the Angamaly boys. A strong narrative by the king of gangster movies, Lijo Jose Pellissery, Angamaly Diaries is another gem that shines brighter than his other films. The movie is set in Angamaly and tells the story of a boy named Vincent Pepe who's smitten by a certain gangster. With a fitting background score and a 12-minute climax where Vincent finishes his tale in the most unconventional way, this movie is a total winner. 

Maheshinte Prathikaram (2016)

Mahesh is a simple photographer who lives in a small town with his father. He doesn't have big dreams, nor is he ambitious. But what he doesn't lack is a strong resolve. When he gets beaten up by some goons in the middle of the town, he swears to not wear slippers until he has avenged the beating. With a humorous take on life, this movie will charm you with its simplicity.