In 2024, the industry became the talk of the town by delivering some path-breaking films that not only minted money at the box office but also drew critical appreciation.
Aattam, which hit the screens on 11 January 2024, was directed by Anand Ekarshi and featured Vinay Forrt, Zarin Shihab, and Kalabhavan Shah John in the lead roles.
Anchakkallakokkan, released on 15 March, starred Chemban Vinod Jose and Lukman Avaran in the lead. It evoked a positive response for its retro filmmaking style.
Though some Malayalam movies had good expectations, they underperformed at the box office. For instance, Mohanlal’s Malaikottai Vaaliban failed to impress fans.
Award-winning actor Kani Kusruti, whose All We Imagine As Light won the Grand Prix Award at Cannes 2024, shared how female characters don’t get importance in Malayalam films.
Also the Enforcement Directorate (ED) launching a probe into the financial transactions of super hit films in the last five years after confirming financial fraud by a few producers.