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The OTT landscape is expanding with several highly anticipated original series:
Fahadh Faasil, often considered the flagbearer of the new-age Malayalam thriller, is producing and starring in an anthology series for Amazon Prime Video. While not a continuous narrative, this collection is expected to feature four distinct thriller stories, each exploring different sub-genres—from noir to sci-fi suspense. Given Faasil’s track record with projects like Vikram and Joji , this is arguably the most anticipated project of the year.
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Marking the digital debut of superstar Nivin Pauly, this medical thriller follows a medical representative who uncovers deep-seated corruption in the pharmaceutical sector. December 19, 2025 Platform: JioHotstar Kerala Crime Files: Season 2
The follow-up to the hit 2023 series returns with Aju Varghese and Lal leading a new investigative procedural focused on the disappearance of a fellow officer. June 20, 2025 Platform: JioHotstar The Chronicles of the 4.5 Gang what to watch malayalam thriller coming soon shows 2025
While originally a Kannada blockbuster, the spiritual and mythological thriller Kantara is getting a prequel that is being widely dubbed and anticipated across Kerala. Following the massive success of the film, Hombale Films announced a series exploring the lore of Panjurli and Guliga. Set to release in late 2025, this series promises to blend folklore with high-octane thriller elements, a genre Malayalam audiences have embraced wholeheartedly.
SonyLIV’s Jai Mahendran was a sleeper hit of 2023, perfectly blending political satire with office intrigue. Following the cliffhanger ending of the first season, the second installment is confirmed for a mid-2025 release. The show transforms the mundane setting of a government office into a high-stakes game of power and manipulation. It is a must-watch for those who prefer "intellectual thrillers" over action-heavy narratives. The OTT landscape is expanding with several highly
Following the massive success of its first season, this investigative thriller returns to JioHotstar on June 20, 2025 . Subtitled "The Search for CPO Ambili Raju," it is part of writer Bahul Ramesh's "Animal Trilogy" and continues the gritty, realistic portrayal of Kerala’s police force.
For the viewer wondering what to watch in 2025, the answer lies in the diversity of the slate. Whether you crave the adrenaline of a superstar action-thriller like Mohanlal’s new project, the intellectual chess game of Jai Mahendran 2 , or the atmospheric dread of Hunt: The Silent Witness , Malayalam content in 2025 offers a rich buffet of suspense. It is clear that the industry is no longer just making movies; it is building a library of world-class thriller entertainment. (Netflix) Marking the digital debut of superstar Nivin
While many of these will have theatrical runs, they are expected to land on major streaming platforms like and Disney+ Hotstar shortly after. BEST MALAYALAM MOVIES OF 2025 - IMDb