4 Malayalam films releasing on OTT this week: Soubin Shahir’s Pravinkoodu Shappu, Sajin Gopu’s Painkili, Daveed and more

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As an ardent admirer and connoisseur of the captivating Malayalam film industry, I can’t contain my excitement as we approach the release of some exceptional Mollywood movies on OTT platforms this week! Here are four upcoming Malayalam films that have me absolutely thrilled:

1. “Film One”: A gripping tale of love, loss, and redemption set against the backdrop of Kerala’s enchanting landscapes.
2. “Film Two”: A riveting political drama that delves deep into the complexities of power and corruption in contemporary India.
3. “Film Three”: An action-packed thriller that promises to keep you on the edge of your seat, with a stellar cast and breathtaking visuals.
4. “Film Four”: A heartwarming family drama that explores the bonds between siblings and the trials they face in their pursuit of happiness.

So mark your calendars, folks! The Malayalam film industry is about to light up our screens with these incredible offerings – I can’t wait to see them all!

4 Malayalam films releasing on OTT this week

Pravinkoodu Shappu

  • Cast: Soubin Shahir, Basil Joseph, Chemban Vinod Jose, Chandini Sreedharan
  • Release date: January 16
  • Streaming on: SonyLIV

In a simpler and more conversational style: A movie called “Pravinkoodu Shappu” is a blend of dark humor, crime, and suspense. The story unfolds when a murder takes place inside a local alcohol shop (toddy shop). The owner of the establishment was found dead, hanging in the middle of the shop, after it had been closed due to rain. There were also eleven other people inside at the time. With many potential suspects among the witnesses, the police are tasked with discovering the true killer.

Painkili

  • Cast: Sajin Gopu, Anaswara Rajan, Jisma Vimal, Abu Salim, Lijo Jose Pellissery
  • Release date: February 14
  • Streaming on: Manorama Max

Painkili is centered around an unconventional tale of a man named Suku, who devises a cunning scheme to feign mental illness and be declared insane to escape legal entanglements. However, as his meticulously crafted plan appears to run smoothly, Suku encounters an unexpected turn when he finds himself smitten, which adds complexity to his situation.

Daveed

  • Cast: Antony Varghese, Lijomol Jose, Mo Ismail, Saiju Kurup, Vijayaraghavan
  • Release date: February 14
  • Streaming on: Zee5

The Malayalam action movie, Daveed, revolves around the story of a middle-aged bouncer named Ashiq Abu. He encounters a significant turning point in his life as he confronts his greatest adversary – a famed Turkish boxer. A sequence of events unfolds, revealing Ashiq’s past and his journey towards redemption for his past mistakes, in preparation for the challenges that lie ahead.

Gentlewoman

  • Cast: Lijomol Jose, Losliya Mariyanesan, Hari Krishnan, R. Rajiv Gandhi
  • Release date: March 7
  • Streaming on: Tentkotta

In Gentlewoman’s narrative, we follow a married woman whose life takes an unexpected and devastating turn when her spouse disappears without a trace. As she grapples with the shocking circumstances, she uncovers a hidden truth – her husband was involved in an affair with another woman, a fact she had been unaware of. The story reaches its peak when she encounters this other woman, revealing the full extent of the betrayal and upheaval in her life.

Which one of these Malayalam movies releasing on OTT this week is on your watchlist?

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2025-04-11 12:52