Runway is a 2004 Indian Malayalam-language gangster film directed by Joshiy and written by Udayakrishna and Siby K. Thomas. It stars Dileep, Indrajith Sukumaran, Murali, Harisree Ashokan, and Kavya Madhavan. The film revolves around Unni Damodhar (Dileep) who due to financial problems becomes the renowned spirit smuggler named, Valayar Paramasivam, in the Kerala-Tamil Nadu border check-post of Walayar. He works for the mafia kingpin Bhai (Murali).
Balram vs. Tharadas is a 2006 Indian Malayalam-language action film directed by I.V. Sasi, written by T. Damodaran and S. N. Swamy, and starring Mammootty in the titular dual role, with Katrina Kaif, Mukesh and Siddique. It was a crossover sequel of the malayalam movies Athirathram and Inspector Balram. Mammootty plays dual roles as police officer Balram and underworld don Tharadas, reprising his roles from the 1991 film Inspector Balram and 1984's Athirathram. The film is the only Malayalam film of Bollywood actress Katrina Kaif.
Vaadhyar is a 2012 Malayalam film directed by debutant Nidheesh Sakthi and written by Rajesh Raghavan, Produced by N Sudhish under the banner of Lakshminath Creations, and the music is composed by Manoj George and Rinil Gowtham. The film stars Jayasurya in the title role. The film is about an aided school teacher named Anoop Krishnan, his dream is to become an MBA holder, but circumstances force him to take up teaching profession. He is chosen to work at Kottapuram Saraswathi Vilasam U.P. School, he doesn't do his job properly as he works there with no interest and the problems that occur leads to the rest of the story.
Vellaripravinte Changathi is a 2011 Malayalam film directed by Akku Akbar, starring Dileep and Kavya Madhavan in the lead roles. The film is loosely based on the famous Sulekha murder case.
New generation films is a Malayalam film movement developed in the early 2010s, characterized by fresh and unusual themes and new narrative techniques. Films of the new wave differ from conventional themes of the past two decades and introduced several new trends and techniques to the Malayalam film industry. While the new generation formats and styles are deeply influenced by global trends, their thematics are firmly rooted in Malayalee life and mindscapes.
Buddy is a 2013 Indian Malayalam-language drama film written and directed by Raaj Prabavthy Menon. The film was produced by Augustin Jackson and features an ensemble cast of Anoop Menon, Srikanth, Mithun Murali, Bhumika Chawla, Balachandra Menon, Asha Sarath, Lal, and Honey Rose. Balachandra Menon made a comeback after a long time through this film.
Midhun Murali is an Indian actor acted in Malayalam and Tamil films. He made his debut in 2004 Malayalam film Vajram with Mammootty in the lead role directed by Pramod Pappan. He also acted in the National award-winning Tamil movie Vazhakku Enn 18/9, directed by Balaji Sakthivel.He retired from films by 2016.
Sajid Yahiya is an Indian film director, actor, producer and music composer who works in Malayalam cinema. He made his directorial debut in 2016 with the film IDI - Inspector Dawood Ibrahim. He is the founder of a film production company, CP Film Productions.
Lal Bahadur Shastri is a 2014 Indian Malayalam-language comedy film directed and scripted by Rejishh Midhila. The film is about three strangers who come together during their journey of life. It revolves around how they influence each other. It stars Jayasurya, Nedumudi Venu, and Aju Varghese in the title roles of Lal, Bahadur, and Shasthri, respectively, with débutante Sandra Simon in the female lead. The music is composed by Bijibal and the lyrics are penned by Santhosh Varma. The film is produced by Jose Simon and Rajesh George. Jayasurya's son Adwaith made his début in the film. He plays the childhood version of Jayasurya's character in the film.
Balu Varghese is an Indian actor and singer who predominantly works in the Malayalam film industry. He began his acting career as a child actor in Chanthupottu (2005).
Style is a 2016 Indian Malayalam-language action thriller film directed by Binu Sadanandan starring Unni Mukundan, Tovino Thomas, Priyanka Kandwal, Master Ilhan, Shine Tom Chacko and Balu Varghese in the leading roles. Mumbai-based model Priyanka Kandwal debuted as a heroine in the film.The film, edited by National Award winner Vivek Harshan, was released on 2 January 2016. the film was a commercial success.
Reelmonk is a Kochi-based online film distribution platform offering primarily Malayalam films aimed at the non-residential Indian audience. The platform was launched in July 2015 and was developed by Vivek Paul, Gautham Vyas, and Blaise Crowly of Xincoz Labs. Reelmonk is intended as a legal alternative to piracy. The site is no longer functional.
Darvinte Parinamam is a 2016 Indian Malayalam-language action comedy film directed by Jijo Antony. It stars Prithviraj Sukumaran, Chemban Vinod Jose, Chandini Sreedharan, and Balu Varghese. Written by Manoj Nair, it revolves around the life of an ordinary man and a local goon, and how their lives are affected by some unfortunate events. The soundtrack and background score for the film is composed by Shankar Sharma. The film started rolling in Fort Kochi from 1 October 2015.
Anunaya Anoop, better known by her stage name Meenakshi Anoop, is an Indian actress who works primarily in the Malayalam film industry. She is best known for her role as Fathima (Pathu/Pathumma) in the 2015 comedy film Amar Akbar Anthony and Nandinikkutty (Nandini) in the 2016 crime thriller Oppam.
Honey Bee 2: Celebrations is a 2017 Indian Malayalam-language romantic comedy film written and directed by Lal Jr. It is a sequel to the 2013 film Honey Bee and features an ensemble cast, including Asif Ali, Bhavana, Baburaj, Sreenath Bhasi, Balu Varghese, Lal, Sreenivasan, Mamitha Baiju, Lena, Suresh Krishna, and Assim Jamal. The film is produced by Lal under Lal Creations. Honey Bee 2: Celebrations released on 23 March 2017.
Chunkzz (transl. Buddies) is a 2017 Indian Malayalam-language comedy film directed by Omar Lulu and produced by Vyshak Rajan. It was written by debutants Joseph Vijeesh, Sanoop Thykoodam, and Aneesh Hameed from a story by Lulu. The film stars Balu Varghese, Dharmajan Bolgatty, Ganapathi S. Poduwal, and Vishak Nair in the titular roles, along with Honey Rose. Chunkzz was released in theatres on 4 August 2017. The film was a commercial success at the box office.
One is a 2021 Indian Malayalam-language political drama film directed by Santhosh Vishwanath and written by Bobby & Sanjay. The film stars Mammootty in the lead role. Mathew Thomas, Murali Gopy, Siddique, Joju George, Ishaani Krishna, Gayatri Arun and Nimisha Sajayan plays the supporting roles.
Under World is a 2019 Indian Malayalam-language gangster film directed by Arun Kumar Aravind, written by Shibin Francis, and starring Asif Ali, Samyuktha Menon, Farhaan Faasil, Mukesh, and Jean Paul Lal in the lead roles. The film was released on 1 November 2019 and received mixed reviews from both the audience and critics. It was a flop at the box-office
Jan.E.Man is a 2021 Indian Malayalam-language comedy drama film written and directed by Chidambaram in his directorial debut. It was co-written by Ganapathi and Sapnesh Varachal. The film stars Basil Joseph, Lal, Arjun Ashokan, Balu Varghese and Ganapathi S Poduval in important roles. The film was produced by Lakshmi Warrier, Ganesh Menon, Sajith Kookal and Shawn Antony under the banner of Cheers Entertainment. The film was released on 19 November 2021, and was unanimously met with critical acclaim with praise towards the performances, clean humour, emotional depth, story and Chidambaram's direction.
Vichithram (transl. Unusual) is a 2022 Indian Malayalam-language mystery thriller film directed by Achu Vijayan, produced by Ajith Joy and Achu Vijayan under the banner Joy Movie Productions. The screenplay was written by Nikhil Ravindran. The film features Shine Tom Chacko, Balu Varghese, Lal, and Kani Kusruti. Arjun Balakrishnan is handling the cinematography and the music is composed by Jubair Muhammed along with the well known alternative hip-hop group Street Academics.
