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Top 7 malayalam movies to watch with family for perfect movie night

Top 7 malayalam movies to watch with family for perfect movie night

Top 7 malayalam movies: Malayalam cinema is a great combination of storytelling, feelings, and entertainment. It’s just perfect to view on family movie night because of its mixture of all kinds of entertainment components. Whether your family likes comedies, drama, or genuinely touching and emotional moments, these films do it all! Here are seven Malayalam movies to perfect your next family gathering.


1. Thudarum (2025) – JioCinema

Thudarum is the journey of Shanmughan. A taxi driver and former custom official living in Kerala, he builds connections with people through the use of his car, an old Ambassador car. With many emotional moments and unique experiences throughout the movie, Thudarum is a great family film for its themes related to love, loss, and humanity.

2. Drishyam (2013) – Disney+ Hotstar

A thriller film in many ways, Drishyam is the story of Georgekutty, delivered brilliantly by Mohanlal. Although Georgekutty is a simple man, he is extraordinary when it comes to protecting his family after his wife and daughter experience an unplanned event. Using suspense and also some emotional undertones, this film is very engaging and would be impactful for any family serious about storytelling.


3. Bangalore Days (2014) – Available on Disney+ Hotstar

With a story that is warm-hearted, and relatable to friendships and family ties, Bangalore Days is a story of three cousins as they deal with the trials of life in an urban city. It includes comedy, love, and life lessons, making it a great entertaining watch for your next movie night.

4. Kumbalangi Nights (2019) – Available on Amazon Prime Video

Visually stunning and emotionally captivating, Kumbalangi Nights is a story of four brothers each grappling with their own personal battles. With a theme of love and family and achieving redemption, Kumbalangi Nights is a thought-provoking watch, which is also entertaining for a family audience of any age.

5. Ustaad Hotel (2012) – Available on Disney+ Hotstar

A film of food, family, and a journey of self-discovery, Ustaad Hotel tells the story of a young, aspiring chef returning to his roots through his grandfather’s simple eatery. The film encompasses great family values, culture and traditions, and leaves viewers with a healthy dose of happiness and inspiration.

6. Minnal Murali (2021) – Available on Netflix

Minnal Murali is a Malayalam superhero film that has a quirky, funny spin. The story follows a young man who happens to become a superhero, with powers he never asked for. It’s an action-comedy film with plenty of lovable moments throughout. It’s a great family film.

Also Read: Top 10 Actors Who Redefined Malayalam Cinema

7. Alappuzha Gymkhana (2025) – Available on SonyLIV

Set in God’s Own Country – the gorgeous backwaters of Kerala, Alappuzha Gymkhana is a cozy blend of the region’s culture, familiar humor, and wholesome drama characteristically depicted in the best of India’s Malayalam films. Without doubt, it encapsulates the importance of friendships, connections and community among local people and the amazing and supportive bonds communities form.

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