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Malayalam cinema has rarely ventured into the noir genre effectively, but 7th Day cracked the code. Starring Prithviraj Sukumaran as a suspended IPS officer with a grey past, this film was all about the mystery.

For the reigning superstars, Mammootty and Mohanlal, 2014 was a tale of two different trajectories. Mohanlal, in addition to the colossal Drishyam , starred in the period drama Koothara and the underwhelming Peruchazhi . Drishyam alone saved his year, reaffirming his ability to carry a film without relying on his action-hero persona.

: This film marked the historic comeback of actress Manju Warrier after a 14-year hiatus. A major critical and commercial success, it sparked discussions on female empowerment and organic farming, earning Warrier the Asia Vision Best Actress award. 2014 released malayalam movies

: A sports drama directed by Abrid Shine that tapped into cricket nostalgia. Nivin Pauly’s performance as Rameshan earned him the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actor, shared with his work in Bangalore Days . Critical Darlings and Unique Themes

The standout success of the year was , directed by Anjali Menon. It became one of the highest-grossing Malayalam films at the time, earning approximately ₹48.3 crores worldwide. Malayalam cinema has rarely ventured into the noir

While others were doing rom-coms, Amal Neerad gave us a period drama that looked like a painting come to life. Iyobinte Pusthakam was a dark, brooding tale set in the misty hills of Munnar during the British Raj.

The movie was a sleeper hit that relied entirely on witty dialogues and situational comedy rather than star power. It perfectly captured the essence of Kerala’s political landscape through a humorous lens, making it one of the most rewatchable movies of the decade. Mohanlal, in addition to the colossal Drishyam ,

From road trip romances to dark comedies and quirky thrillers, 2014 was a year that redefined what a Malayalam movie could be. Let’s take a nostalgic trip back to the films that made 2014 iconic.

Released right at the start of the year, this Jude Anthany Joseph directorial was a breath of fresh air. Starring Nivin Pauly and Nazriya Nazim, the film was unique because it told a love story largely from the female protagonist's perspective.

It was a year of tight scripts, shorter runtimes, and music that didn't force the audience to take a bathroom break.