The Malayalam film industry, or Mollywood, is currently experiencing a historic period defined by massive global box-office success and an influx of ambitious, high-concept projects. Following a groundbreaking 2024 that saw global hits like Manjummel Boys and Aavesham , the industry has continued its momentum through 2025 and into early 2026 with a mix of star-studded blockbusters and inventive indie dramas.
Recent years have seen Malayalam films consistently shattering domestic and international records. L2: Empuraan , the highly anticipated sequel to Lucifer , set a new standard by crossing ₹174 crore in its worldwide opening weekend alone. Most Awaited Malayalam Movies of 2026 malayalam movies recent