Top ten performances of 2024 in Malayalam

Movies By Arjun Ramachandran Dec 31, 2024 Read the article

2024 has been a year of major box office hits, with several films featuring standout performances. Here are 10 of the best performances in Malayalam cinema this year.

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Urvashi’s portrayal of Leelamma in Ullozhukku, the mother-in-law of Parvathy’s character Anju, stands out as one of the year’s most remarkable roles.

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Parvathy Thiruvothu has become an actress known for taking on challenging roles. Her films this year—Ullozhukku, Thangalaan, and Her—are great examples of her acting talent.

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Who can forget Mammootty’s negative role as Kodumon Potti in Rahul Sadhasivan’s Bramayugam?

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Fahadh Faasil's standout performance came in Aavesham, directed by Jithu Madhavan. He was at his peak, delivering a highly entertaining performance as Ranga.

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Veteran actor Vijayaraghavan delivered an impressive performance in Dinjith Ayyathan’s Kishkinda Kaandam.

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Prithviraj’s portrayal of Najeeb in Aadujeevitham, from an innocent man to a slave in the desert, is arguably his career-best performance.

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Tovino Thomas' ambitious triple role in Jithin Laal’s Ajayante Randam Moshanam (ARM) is one of the most challenging of his career.

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Asif Ali's standout performance came in Kishkindha Kaandam, where he portrayed Ajayan, the son of Appu Pillai (played by Vijayaraghavan).

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Nazriya Nazim made a grand comeback with Sookshmadarshini, a major hit this year.

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Mohanlal’s portrayal of Malaikottai Vaaliban is the heart of the film. The veteran actor impressed in the fight sequences, and his acting, especially in the climax, was powerful.

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