Top Imdb Rated Malayalam Movies May 2026

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Malayalam cinema, often called Mollywood, is celebrated globally for its realistic storytelling, technical excellence, and deep-rooted cultural narratives. From the satirical masterpiece to the gripping survival drama Manjummel Boys , the industry has consistently produced films that resonate across borders. The All-Time Greats (Classic Era)

While Mohanlal's L2: Empuraan has already become the highest grossing Malayalam film ever and his latest movie Thudarum, which has... L2: Empuraan

Bharatham (1991)

7.7 IMDb

(2024) : . A period folk-horror film shot entirely in black and white, featuring a powerhouse performance by Mammootty.

8.2 IMDb

(2024) : . A gripping survival thriller based on a real-life rescue mission at the Guna Caves in Kodaikanal. Critics from Pinkvilla have hailed it as one of the finest survival films. Kishkindha Kaandam

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These films remain the gold standard for Malayalam cinema on IMDb .

The Malayalam movie "Ennu Ninte Moideen" has come out at the right time when love has become a convenient affair and reminds us th... Ennu Ninte Moideen The Great Indian Kitchen

Ayyappanum Koshiyum (2020) – IMDb: 8.7