The first half of 2025 saw the release of several Malayalam films. Few, nevertheless, were able to leave a lasting impression on viewers or earn decent profits at the box office. After more than 40 days of a successful theatrical run, the majority of these hits made their OTT debut. The top Malayalam films of 2025 are listed here, along with where to watch them online.

Where to watch the best Malayalam movies on OTT

Thudarum (JioHotstar)

This movie, which was helmed by Saudi Vellaka's Tharun Moorthy, was well-received by both the general audience and reviewers. Mohanlal's most recent film, which earned more than ₹100 crore at the worldwide box office, was praised for its enthralling plot and excellent acting.

SonyLIV's Rekhachithram

The movie made history in 2025 by being the first Malayalam film to have box office success. The inquiry is centered on the tale of a missing woman from the late 1980s. The lead actors' subtle performances and the film's successful integration of cinematic elements into an investigative thriller earned praise for Rekhachithram.

L2: JioHotstar's Empuraan

Following the 2019 box office success Lucifer, Prithviraj and Mohanlal's second entry in the trilogy, L2 Empuraan, went on to become one of the highest-grossing Malayalam movies of the year. Despite controversies, the thriller's action scenes drew in viewers.

Sony LIV's Alappuzha Gymkhana

The film's comedy and boxing moments were well-received. After a successful run in theaters, Alappuzha Gymkhana, a lighthearted film about a group of buddies and their bromance during a boxing championship match, made its OTT debut.

Netflix's "Officer on Duty"

With a compelling narrative by Shahi Kabir and exceptional cast performances, the picture had everything a viewer could desire in a fantastic thriller. Despite being realistic, Officer on Duty is jam-packed with thrilling moments and action.

Ponman (JioHotstar)

Because of how skillfully it integrates dramatic moments with suspenseful elements in its plot, Ponman is among the best Malayalam movies released lately. Thanks to excellent performances and a great plot, the Basil Joseph picture became one of the most critically praised films of the year.

Pravinkoodu Shappu (Sony LIV)

The audience will be enthralled by this movie's compelling storyline and outstanding performances. In addition to Basil Joseph and Soubin Shahir playing the main roles, this film also has a somber comedic tone.

JioHotstar's Padakkalam

Several humorous scenes in Padakkalam, which is based on the notion of body swapping. Following its OTT release, the fantasy thriller gained even more attention, despite being an unexpected success in cinemas.

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