Looking for something fresh to stream this week? The Malayalam film industry has some exciting new releases arriving on OTT platforms. From mystery thrillers to heartwarming comedy-dramas, here are four Malayalam films you shouldn’t miss.
1. Eko
- Cast: Sandeep Pradeep, Biana Momin, Sim Zhi Fei, Vineeth, Saurabh Sachdeva, Narain, Ashokan, Binu Pappu
- Director: Dinjith Ayyathan
- Genre: Mystery Thriller
- Runtime: 2 hours 5 minutes
- Where to Watch: Netflix
- Streaming Date: December 31, 2025
Plot:
Eko follows Mlaathi Chedathi, an elderly woman living in the secluded hills of Kattukunnu near the Kerala–Karnataka border. With her children far away, her only companion is her caretaker, Peeyos.
Mlaathi is one of several wives of the infamous dog breeder Kuriyachan, who is being hunted by both authorities and a terror group. As secrets unravel, the women navigate a tense mystery filled with suspicion and intrigue.
2. Nidhiyum Bhoothavum
- Cast: Aneesh G Menon, Aswath Lal, Muhammed Raffi, Vishnu Govindan, Naira Nihar, Bhasi Vaikom
- Director: Sajan Joseph
- Genre: Supernatural Mystery Comedy Thriller
- Runtime: 2 hours 3 minutes
- Where to Watch: SunNXT
- Streaming Date: December 30, 2025
Plot:
Three young mechanics move their bike workshop to a homestay rumored to be haunted. As supernatural events unfold, they must confront hidden truths and fight to survive. The film blends comedy, suspense, and supernatural elements, making it a thrilling watch.
3. Ithiri Neram
- Cast: Roshan Mathew, Zarin Shihab, Nandhu, Anand Manmadhan, Jeo Baby, Krishnan Balakrishnan
- Director: Prasanth Vijay
- Genre: Romantic Drama
- Runtime: 2 hours 17 minutes
- Where to Watch: SunNXT
- Streaming Date: December 31, 2025
Plot:
Former college lovers Anish and Anjana reunite unexpectedly for a night in Thiruvananthapuram after years apart. As they navigate unresolved feelings and life changes, they reflect on lost love and whether destiny will bring them together or apart forever.
4. Innocent
- Cast: Althaf Salim, Anarkali Marikkar, Azeez Nedumangad, Joemon Jyothir, Aswin Vijayan, Anna Prasad, Naju Mudheen
- Director: Satheesh Thanvi
- Genre: Family Comedy Drama
- Runtime: 2 hours 8 minutes
- Where to Watch: Saina Play
- Streaming Date: December 29, 2025
Plot:
Vinod, a 29-year-old clerk in Thiruvananthapuram, faces a life-altering misadventure after food poisoning forces him into a humiliating situation that is filmed and shared online. Labeled incorrectly, Vinod must clear his name and regain dignity, navigating bureaucratic hurdles and public ridicule.
