Malayalam Movies: News
18 Jun 2023
KeralaVeteran Malayalam actor Poojappura Ravi dies at 86
In a blow to the Malayalam film industry, veteran actor Poojappura Ravi passed away at the age of 82 on Sunday (June 18).
08 Jun 2023
Fahadh FaasilFahadh Faasil's 'Dhoomam' trailer out; release date inside
Fahadh Faasil is one of the most adept actors in the South Indian film industry. In the last few years, the actor has received nationwide acclaim and fans are rooting for his upcoming film Dhoomam. The makers released the trailer of the Malayalam film and it promises a gripping thriller.
07 Jun 2023
MammoottyDileep Pothan's 'O. Baby': Cast, crew, trailer details
Malayalam movies are known for producing stellar content. Dileep Pothan is an adept actor and filmmaker, and his upcoming film O. Baby's trailer has been released. As per the look, the film promises to be a gripping thriller.
05 Jun 2023
KeralaMalayalam actor-mimicry artist Kollam Sudhi (39) dies in road accident
Malayalam actor and mimicry artist Kollam Sudhi is no more.
05 Jun 2023
Box Office Collection#BoxOfficeCollection: '2018' slows down amid competition
Malayalam cinema is known for its stellar content and the industry has been consistent for some decades now. With films becoming pan-India, Tovino Thomas has emerged to be a breakout star and has been one of the commercially viable actors in India.
02 Jun 2023
Box Office Collection#BoxOfficeCollection: '2018' is raking in well in Week 4
Malayalam cinema has been producing great content for decades. Now, the film industry is getting pan-India appreciation and the actors are emerging to be nationwide stars.
31 May 2023
Box Office Collection#BoxOfficeCollection: '2018' witnesses slight dip
Tovino Thomas's 2018 is having a great run at the box office. Malayalam movies are known for their stellar content and nowadays, the industry is producing money spinners too. The film is breaking records at the Malayali box office and now the makers have released a Hindi dubbed version too.
30 May 2023
EntertainmentMalayalam actor Harish Pengan passes away at 49
Noted actor Harish Pengan, who most prominently worked in the Malayalam film industry has passed away.
30 May 2023
OTT releasesTovino Thomas's '2018' gets OTT release; read details
This year's biggest Malayalam blockbuster 2018, starring Tovino Thomas in the lead, is shattering records at the box office. Mapping the success and the reception of the film, it was re-released in multiple languages including Hindi on May 26.
30 May 2023
Box Office CollectionBox office collection: '2018' stays quite focused
Tovino Thomas is an adept actor and has become a staple name among ardent cinephiles in India. The actor has delivered several box office money spinners and his recent release 2018 is all about shattering records.
29 May 2023
Box Office Collection#BoxOfficeCollection: '2018' aims Rs. 100 crore mark domestically
Malayalam cinema is known for making some stellar content and the recent survival thriller 2018 is proving to be too good.
26 May 2023
Movie Review'2018' Hindi review: Immaculately-shot survival thriller with powerful emotional undercurrents
The Hindi dubbed version of the Malayalam survival-thriller film 2018: Everyone is a Hero has been released theatrically on Friday.
25 May 2023
Box Office Collection#BoxOfficeCollection: '2018' has a crucial weekend ahead
Malayalam cinema has been producing stellar work for decades. Recently, mainstream viewers got exposed to the goldmine, which has resulted in an unexpected boom in terms of box office collection. Tovino Thomas starrer 2018 is a recent addition to the phenomenon.
24 May 2023
Kerala High CourtCourt rejects actor Unni Mukundan's plea in sexual harassment case
Malayalam actor Unni Mukundan faced another setback on Tuesday when the Kerala High Court directed the initiation of a trial against him in an assault case filed in 2017.
23 May 2023
OTT releasesFahadh Faasil's 'Pachuvum Athbutha Vilakkum' OTT release date out
Fahadh Faasil is one of the breakout stars of Malayalam cinema who has achieved pan-India success in recent years. The adept actor has been doing some stellar work in Mollywood for a long time.
23 May 2023
Box Office Collection#BoxOfficeCollection: '2018' is quite steady in its third week
Tovino Thomas is a breakout star of Malayalam cinema and the actor-producer has done some stellar landmark work on celluloid. His recent release 2018 has been really good in terms of its box office collection.
21 May 2023
Cannes Film Festival'Drishyam' to get Korean remake, Panorama Studios announces at Cannes
A Korean remake of Drishyam has been announced!
21 May 2023
MohanlalHappy birthday, Mohanlal: Bollywood films actor's been part of
Malayalam cinema's seasoned actor Mohanlal has a prolific career spanning over four decades. He has delivered numerous superhit films and cult classics, but did you know that he has acted in several Bollywood films too?
16 May 2023
MohanlalMollywood producer PKR Pillai, known for 'Chithram,' dies at 92
PKR Pillai, a celebrated Malayalam film producer and distributor left for heavenly abode on Tuesday. He was 92.
16 May 2023
Tovino Thomas'2018' to 'Lucifer': Mollywood's elite Rs. 100 crore club
Earlier this year, the Malayalam film industry raised complaints regarding films not performing well at the box office. But, with Tovino Thomas's 2018: Everyone is a Hero, the industry has got a ray of hope. Within a few days of its release, the film has already become a super hit.
12 May 2023
Tovino ThomasWhy is everyone raving about Malayalam survival thriller '2018'
Malayalam survival-thriller film 2018: Everyone is a Hero is currently creating waves in the film corridors for its cinematography, story, performances, VFX, and truthful depiction of the cataclysmic floods that ravaged parts of Kerala back in 2018.
10 May 2023
Box OfficeMollywood filmmaker Jude Anthany Joseph accuses Antony Varghese of cheating
Mollywood filmmaker Jude Anthany Joseph, who is currently basking in the success of his recently released film 2018, is making headlines.
09 May 2023
Sai PallaviHappy birthday, Sai Pallavi: Celebrating actor's most powerful performances
Ever since her debut with the Malayalam film Premam (2015), south star Sai Pallavi has captured the hearts of the audiences, who doted on her.
08 May 2023
MalayalamDrug abuse case: Increased police presence on Malayalam film sets
The Malayalam film industry has been rocked by allegations of drug use among young actors. Reportedly, the Kerala Film Producers' Association (KFPA) and other film bodies recently banned actors Shane Nigam and Sreenath Bhasi.
01 May 2023
Priyadarshan'Corona Papers' on OTT: When and where to watch
Acclaimed filmmaker Priyadarshan's recent Malayalam offering Corona Papers is set to make its digital debut.
26 Apr 2023
CelebrityMollywood actor Mamukkoya passes away at 76
The Malayalam industry has lost a prominent figure with the passing away of actor Mamukkoya on Wednesday. He was 76.
18 Apr 2023
Sony LIV'Jai Mahendran': Everything about SonyLIV's first-ever Malayalam original show
After introducing originals in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu languages, SonyLIV is now looking to tap into the rich cultural heritage of Malayalam cinema with its first-ever original show in the language.
09 Apr 2023
MohanlalFirst-look poster of Mohanlal's 'Malaikottai Vaaliban' to release this week
On the occasion of Easter on Sunday, Mollywood megastar Mohanlal shared an exciting update with his fans, revealing that the first-look poster of his upcoming film Malaikottai Vaaliban will be out on Friday (April 14).
08 Apr 2023
Prithviraj Sukumaran'Aadujeevitham': Director Blessy reacts to Prithviraj Sukumaran-led film's trailer leak
The trailer of Aadujeevitham (The Goat Life) was dropped late on Friday (April 7) by its lead actor Prithviraj Sukumaran.
08 Apr 2023
Prithviraj Sukumaran'Aadujeevitham': Everything to know about Prithviraj Sukumaran-starrer survival drama
Mollywood stalwart Prithviraj Sukumaran is gearing up to take the world by storm with his upcoming film Aadujeevitham, also titled The Goat Life.
07 Apr 2023
OTT releasesEverything about Priyadarshan's 'Corona Papers': Story, OTT, cast details
Priyadarshan is a veteran filmmaker who has awed viewers with his work over the years. The filmmaker's recently released project titled Corona Papers has received positive reviews from both critics and viewers.
07 Apr 2023
BollywoodOn Parvathy Thiruvothu's birthday, watch her top-rated IMDb films
Parvathy Thiruvothu turned a year older on Friday. The 35-year-old is one of the flag bearers of the fight against onscreen sexism in the Malayalam film industry. Time and again, she has spoken up on the role of films in normalizing toxicity in men.
29 Mar 2023
OTT releasesJithu Madhavan's 'Romancham' gets an OTT release date; details inside
The Malayalam comedy film Romancham is all set for OTT release after having a successful theatrical run. The Jithu Madhavan directorial will stream on the OTT giant Disney+ Hotstar from April 7.
27 Mar 2023
South Indian CinemaMalayalam comedy veteran Innocent dies: Movies that immortalized the artist
Malayalam comedy legend Innocent passed away on Sunday night in Kerala.
26 Mar 2023
Amazon Prime Video#NewsBytesRecommends: 'The Great Indian Kitchen'—no-holds-barred portrayal of sexist social fabric
Malayalam filmmaker Jeo Baby's pathbreaking 2021 film The Great Indian Kitchen is the kind of movie that makes you realize why you fell in love with cinema in the first place.
24 Mar 2023
Movie Review'Purusha Pretham' review: Predictable dark comedy thriller sans gripping tale
Aavasavyuham director Krishand has returned to entertain the audience with a new film, Purusha Pretham. This time, he has picked a dark comedy genre mixed with a thriller.
23 Mar 2023
Samantha Ruth PrabhuSamantha-Vijay's 'Kushi' release date revealed with a new poster
Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Vijay Deverakonda's upcoming romantic drama Kushi has finally got a release date.
23 Mar 2023
Tamil CinemaAlphonse Puthren announces his next project; details inside
Alphonse Puthren is a filmmaker who predominantly works in the Malayalam industry. He recently announced his upcoming project.
23 Mar 2023
NewsBytes Exclusive#NewsBytesExclusive: 'Great film doesn't need big stars,' says Darshana Rajendran
Malayalam actor Darshana Rajendran delivered two commercial successes in 2022 - Hridayam and Jaya Jaya Jaya Jaya Hey. One of the most bankable actors in Mollywood, Rajendran's next, Purusha Pretham will stream on SonyLIV from Friday.
17 Mar 2023
OTT releases'Purusha Pretham': When, where to watch Malayalam film on OTT
After receiving several accolades and rave reviews for his last feature film, Aavasavyuham, Malayalam director Krishand is returning with another movie, titled Purusha Pretham.
11 Mar 2023
NetflixStream or skip: Female-led gory revenge drama 'Rekha' on Netflix
Jithin Issac Thomas's Malayalam revenge drama Rekha arrived on Netflix earlier this week after its theatrical run.
10 Mar 2023
OTT releasesMalavika Mohanan starrer 'Christy' streaming now on this OTT platform
The Malayalam romcom titled Christy starring Malavika Mohanan and Mathew Thomas is streaming now on OTT. The film can be viewed on SonyLIV. This digital release comes after a decent theatrical run.
09 Mar 2023
BollywoodAbhishek Agarwal Arts acquires remake rights of 'Porinju Mariam Jose'
Tollywood production house Abhishek Agarwal Arts has reportedly acquired the Telugu and Hindi remake rights of the popular 2019 Malayalam film Porinju Mariam Jose.
09 Mar 2023
OTT releasesMammootty's latest 'Christopher' now streaming on Amazon Prime Video
Mammootty is a bonafide superstar in the Malayalam film industry, and he has been entertaining viewers for many decades now.
07 Mar 2023
MalayalamMalayalam actor Bala Kumar hospitalized due to liver-related ailments
Actor Bala, popularly known for playing supporting roles in films such as Big B, Veeram, and Lucifer was hospitalized on Tuesday following liver-related ailments.
05 Mar 2023
Netflix#NewsBytesRecommends: 'Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam'—poetry in motion where time stands still
Mammootty's Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam (referred to as NNM hereafter) is a strange yet beautiful film.
04 Mar 2023
MalayalamTop 5 films of Malayalam actor Mithun Ramesh
Malayalam actor Mithun Ramesh has been hospitalized in Kerala. The actor-anchor is suffering from Bell's Palsy, a condition that paralyzes one side of the face.
01 Mar 2023
OTT releasesOTT: Joju George's 'Iratta' to premiere on Netflix
Malayalam actor Joju George made a great comeback with the thriller named Iratta. The film was loved by both critics and viewers. As per reports, the Malayalam film will stream on the OTT giant Netflix. It will premiere on (Friday) March 3.
27 Feb 2023
MammoottyMammootty announces next project with Roby Varghese titled 'Kannur Squad'
Malayalam superstar Mammootty has announced his next acting venture titled Kannur Squad. The makers also took to Twitter to unveil the first poster of the investigative thriller.
27 Feb 2023
Health & WellnessMalayalam filmmaker Joseph Manu James dies aged 31
Debutant Malayalam filmmaker Joseph Manu James reportedly breathed his last at a private hospital in Aluva, Kerala, on Saturday. He was aged 31.
25 Feb 2023
OTT releases'Alone': When and where to watch Mohanlal starrer on OTT
Mohanlal's latest release Alone is set to premiere on the OTT platform Disney+ Hotstar on March 3.
25 Feb 2023
OTT releasesPrithviraj Sukumaran to play Rajan Pillai in OTT debut
Prithviraj Sukumaran is one of the bonafide pan-Indian stars of India. The actor predominantly works in the Malayalam film industry but over the years has strengthened his footing in other industries as well.
24 Feb 2023
Bhavana Menon'Ntikkakkakkoru Premandaarnnu': Everything to know about Bhavana Menon's comeback film
Actor Bhavana Menon is set to make a comeback in the film industry as she gears up for the release of Ntikkakkakkoru Premandaarnnu which hit the theaters on Friday. She had been away from showbiz for a few years.
22 Feb 2023
TV NewsMalayalam comedian Subi Suresh passes away at 41
Comedian Subi Suresh breathed her last in Kochi after suffering a liver-related ailment. She was 41 and was undergoing treatment at a hospital in Kochi.
21 Feb 2023
MohanlalMohanlal's 'Spadikam 4K' rakes in Rs. 4.82cr
Mohanlal is a bonafide superstar in Malayalam cinema. The actor has a different kind of aura and charisma and he proved it again with the re-release of the 1995 movie Spadikam.
19 Feb 2023
OTT releasesMammootty-starrer 'Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam': When, Where to watch on OTT
Malayalam superstar Mammootty starrer Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam is set to release on the streaming platform Netflix on Thursday (February 23).
15 Feb 2023
BollywoodJoju George aside, celebrities who quit social media after cyberbullying
In recent years, social media has become a powerful tool for film promotions. Actors and filmmakers have been regularly posting videos and pictures about their upcoming projects while also giving glimpses of their lives.
14 Feb 2023
Box Office CollectionSoubin Shahir's 'Romancham' raking in huge numbers at box office
Soubin Shahir starrer Romancham is a Malayalam horror comedy that has managed to emerge as a box office success. The small-budget Malayalam movie has raked in Rs. 25 crore globally.
10 Feb 2023
Google DoodleGoogle Doodle celebrates PK Rosy, Malayalam cinema's first woman actor
One of the first female actors in the Malayalam film industry, PK Rosy broke many barriers with her debut film Vigathakumaran (The Lost Child) in 1928.
09 Feb 2023
Box OfficeMohanlal's 'Spadikam' rereleased version is 8.5 minutes longer than original
One of Mollywood's biggest blockbusters Spadikam, which also accounts for veteran actor Mohanlal's career's greatest film, was re-released in theaters on Thursday.
09 Feb 2023
OTT releasesOTT release only after 42 days theatrical run: Film Chamber
The Kerala Film Chamber of Commerce (KFCC) has taken a new decision in regard to films' OTT releases. KFCC on Wednesday said that any film released in the theaters from April 1, 2023, can be shown on OTT only after it completes 42 days of theatrical run.
07 Feb 2023
OTT releasesNivin Pauly starrer 'Mahaveeryar' gets an OTT release date
Abrid Shine's 2022 directorial Mahaveeryar received an OTT release date.
04 Feb 2023
CelebrityFilmmaker Priyadarshan's son Siddharth gets married in Chennai
Veteran filmmaker Priyadarshan's son Siddharth Priyadarshan tied the knot with his fiancee Merlin at an intimate ceremony in Chennai on Friday.
04 Feb 2023
BollywoodVeteran singer, Padma Bhushan awardee Vani Jairam dies at 78
Veteran singer and Padma Bhushan awardee, Vani Jairam, was found dead at her residence in Chennai on Saturday (February 4), said media reports.
03 Feb 2023
Dulquer SalmaanDulquer Salmaan starrer 'King of Kotha' second-look poster is out!
Malayalam actor Dulquer Salmaan who won hearts with his last outing Sita Ramam is back with yet another movie King of Kotha.
03 Feb 2023
Dulquer Salmaan11 years of Dulquer Salmaan: Top unmissable films
When Dulquer Salmaan started his acting career in 2012, his work was restricted to Malayalam cinema mostly. Cut to the present, Salmaan has become a pan-India actor.
19 Dec 2022
South Indian CinemaYear wrap: Most underrated South Indian movies of 2022
This year has been an eventful one for the South Indian entertainment industry.
10 Dec 2022
Tovino ThomasAsian Academy Awards: 'Minnal Murali' director Basil Joseph wins big
Malayalam filmmaker Basil Joseph who helmed Tovino Thomas starrer Minnal Murali (2021) has won the Best Director trophy at the Asian Academy Awards 2022 for the superhero film.
29 Nov 2022
Box Office'Freddy,' 'Vaathi': All major Indian movies releasing in December 2022
November is nearing its end, and December will be over in a jiffy with all the festive vibes.
28 Nov 2022
Tamil CinemaManjima Mohan ties knot with Gautham Karthik; Mani Ratnam attends
Malayalam actor Manjima Mohan married Tamil actor Gautham Karthik in a private ceremony attended by close family members and friends.
27 Nov 2022
Krithi ShettyKrithi Shetty begins shooting for Tovino Thomas's 'Ajayante Randam Moshanam'
Telugu actor Krithi Shetty has been roped in for Ajayante Randam Moshanam opposite Tovino Thomas.
23 Nov 2022
Prithviraj SukumaranPrithviraj Sukumaran, Nayanthara's 'Gold' receives new release date
Good news for all those who were waiting to find out about the release date of Prithviraj Sukumaran and Nayanthara-starrer Gold.
27 Oct 2022
Tovino ThomasTovino Thomas's 'Dear Friend' selected for Dhaka International Film Festival
In an exciting piece of news, Malayalam star Tovino Thomas took to his social media space and announced that his recent film Dear Friend has been officially selected for the 21st Dhaka International Film Festival.
16 Oct 2022
Prithviraj SukumaranHappy birthday, Prithviraj Sukumaran: Looking at his upcoming works
Mollywood star Prithviraj Sukumaran is one of the top actors in the country, who has delivered some of the finest cinematic performances.