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A dark, haunting film about twin brothers (both played brilliantly by Joju George) — one a corrupt cop, the other a gentle policeman. The story unfolds through a murder investigation, but the climax is what left audiences speechless. It's slow-burn, atmospheric, and deeply sad. No songs, no romance — just raw performances and a devastating twist. The non-linear narrative can be confusing initially. But if you appreciate tragic, character-driven thrillers, Iratta is unforgettable.

A tense, real-life inspired survival drama that became a massive box office hit. The film follows a group of friends from Manjummel who get trapped in the infamous Guna Caves (Devil's Kitchen) in Kodaikanal. What works brilliantly is the second-half tension — the rescue operation is shot with genuine dread and technical precision. The use of nostalgic Tamil songs as emotional anchors is masterful. However, the first half is slow with excessive character introductions. Still, Manjummel Boys proves that Malayalam cinema can make a simple rescue mission into an edge-of-the-seat spectacle.

⭐⭐⭐½ (3.5/5) Verdict: Emotional and well-crafted, though a bit long. 3. Iratta (2023) Genre: Crime / Psychological Thriller Director: Rohit M. G. Krishnan malayalam films names

⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) Verdict: Heavy but brilliant. Not for light viewing. 4. Romancham (2023) Genre: Horror Comedy Director: Jithu Madhavan

Based on the catastrophic Kerala floods of 2018, this film is a tribute to human resilience and community spirit. It juggles multiple storylines — fishermen, a pregnant woman, a newlywed couple, a tour guide — and mostly succeeds. The VFX and flood re-creation are stunning for a Malayalam film. The drawback? The dialogue is overly sentimental at times, and some characters feel like stereotypes. But when the rescue sequences hit, they hit hard. It became India's official entry to the Oscars for a reason. A dark, haunting film about twin brothers (both

A bizarre, meditative film where a Tamil-speaking man (Mammootty in a dual role) wakes up from a nap in Kerala believing he is someone else — a husband and father in a Tamil village. This is not a commercial film. It’s slow, strange, and beautiful. Mammootty’s performance is career-best material. The film explores identity, memory, and cultural borders. Many will find it boring — no action, no songs, no plot in the usual sense. But for art-house lovers, it’s a masterpiece.

⭐⭐⭐½ (3.5/5) Verdict: Great fun with friends. 5. Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam (2022) Genre: Drama / Magical Realism Director: Lijo Jose Pellissery No songs, no romance — just raw performances

⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) Verdict: Must-watch for thriller lovers. 2. 2018: Everyone is a Hero (2023) Genre: Disaster / Ensemble Drama Director: Jude Anthany Joseph