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Prathibha Joy is a Bengaluru-based entertainment and lifestyle journalist with over two decades experience in print and digital journalism. South Indian cinema is the primary beat.
Malayalam superstar Mohanlal returns as Tiger Muthuvel Pandian’s trusted ally Matthew in the Nelson Dilipkumar directed Jailer 2, but…
Jailer 2 movie review: Nelson Dilipkumar had his work cut out for him; present an entertaining and apt sequel to the 2023 Jailer. He succeeds to a large extent
Jailer 2, written and directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, hits theatres worldwide on October 15, 2026 and has Superstar Rajinikanth back as Tiger Muthuvel Pandian
The Malayalam crime drama Pradhama Drishtya Kuttakkar, directed by Shahad Nilambur, is not available with other language options currently.
Aasha, directed by debutant Safar Sanal, has been co-written by actor Joju George, while Aishwarya Lekshmi joins them in a pivotal role. The film released with an OTT partner firmly in place
Bail movie: At nearly 3 hours run-time, Bail is too long and is hampered by the needless addition of 'commercial' elements.
Bethlehem Kudumba Unit: Premalu maker Girish AD’s highest grossing Malayalam film had won appreciation from audiences across the country. Will the OTT reception reflect the same love?
Director Girish AD’s hit romantic comedy, Bethlehem Kudumba Unit is dropping on JioHotstar on October 2, 2026, after a very successful box office journey
Mother Promise on OTT: Produced by Daali Dhananjaya, Mother Promise marked the directorial debut of Poorna Mysore. Released in theatres on July 10, the film is now set for its streaming debut
Heggana Muddu: Poorna Mysore and Aditi Sagar are terrific, each in their own right, but are let down by chaotic writing in the second half of the film
The hit family entertainer Bethlehem Kudumba Unit now holds the distinction as the highest grossing Malayalam film. It had released in theatres in time for Onam 2026
Director Jude Anthany Joseph’s survival thriller is a tedious watch with a weak screenplay and weaker performances