This 2012 film blends food, philosophy and family values, following a youing man who reconnects with his roots through his grandfathers seaside hotel
Ustaad hotel
She gained fame through her role in Ustad Hotel (2012), and later starred in films like Charlie (2015) and Take Off (2017).
Parvathy Thiruvothu
Entammede jimikki kammal
Entappan kattondu poye
Entappante brandy kuppi
Entamma kudichu theerthe
What is the iconic Mohanlal dialogue, delivered with calm confidence, that went on to symbolize reassurance, hope, and trust in countless Malayalam films and real-life conversations?
Ellam Sheriyakum
Eating slowly can also fill the stomach
Melle thinnal panayum thinnam
Released in 2015, this film directed by Jeethu Joseph became a major box-office hit, telling the story of a man trying to protect his family from a crime they didn’t commit.
Drishyam
This actress won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress for her role in Bangalore Days (2014).
Nithya Menen
Palavattam kaathu ninnu
njan collegin maidhaanathe
Oru vaakkum mindaathe nee poyille...
Azhakolum pen maine
Kothikkunnu njan ninne
Chenthamara viruyum poloru
punjiri nalkoole..
What is the sharp, satirical warning dialogue from Sandesham, delivered during a political argument, that became legendary for its humor and relevance even decades later?
Polandine patti oraksharam mindaruthu
All that glitters is not gold
Minnunnathellaam ponnalla
This 2021 Malayalam film uses negative space, long silences, and minimal background score to explore grief, toxic masculinity, and emotional repression within a traditional family structure.
Joji
This actress, often known for his bold and strong performances, gained fame with films like Angamaly Diaries (2017) and Kumbalangi Nights (2019)
Soubin Shahir
Thumbi vaa thumbakudathin thunjathai ounyalidaam
aagasha ponnalin ilagalil aayaththil thotte varam
What is the effortlessly cool Mohanlal dialogue, delivered without raised voices or aggression, that became iconic for redefining understated mass appeal in Malayalam films?
Nee po, mone Dinesha.
If you plant a melon, will it grow into a coconut
Mathan kuthiyaal kumbalam mulakkumo
This 2017 political satire disguises its critique of institutional corruption behind slapstick humor and a fictional police station, ultimately questioning the nature of justice rather than crime.
Action Hero Biju
This legendary actor, known for his distinctive voice and comic timing, was active in Malayalam cinema for over four decades. He starred in over 100 films and was awarded the Kerala State Film Award for Second Best Actor for his performance in Kilukkam (1996
Jagathy Sreekumar
Karale karalinte karale
ennod onnu chirikku
Kiliye maanasa kiliye
veruthe ninnu kinungaathe hoo.
Foreign carum dollar note um kondu
maadi vilichaal koottinu varumo nee
Koottinenne kittillallo chettaa
ende karalinte vaathil thurakaathe
What is the chilling dialogue from a classic Malayalam revenge drama, asked by the antagonist in a calm yet threatening tone, that still sends shivers down the spine of cinema lovers?
Ormayundo ee mukham?
The man who was Leaning on muddy earth, took away the girl.
Mannum Chaari Ninnavan Pennum Kondupoyi
This 1997 Malayalam film uses Kathakali facial expressions and classical ragas as psychological motifs, while portraying dissociative identity disorder long before it was widely discussed in Indian cinema.
Manichitrathazhu
nown for his mastery of both comedy and drama, this actor became a household name with his remarkable performances in films like Kilukkam (1996), Meesa Madhavan (2002), and Ramji Rao Speaking (1990). His contributions to Malayalam cinema extended beyond acting, as he also ventured into direction and production.
Kochin Haneefa
Madhuvarna poovalle narunilaa poomolalle
Madhurapathinezhil lenki mariyunnole
lenki mariyunnole lenki mariyunnole
lenki mariyunnole lenki mariyunnole
ninavile thilakkamay viriyunna malare
karalile kadaline unarthunna kathire
manimuthu vitharumbol chirikunne sarase
poomaran ninakitha anayunnunde
muhabathin kulirumaay ithavarunne
What is the deeply emotional Mammootty dialogue where the character draws a powerful comparison between a father figure and God, making it one of the most quoted dramatic lines in Malayalam cinema?
Thaan ente father alla… Daivam aanu
No Grass will walk here
Evidae Oru pullum nadakkilla