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Pink Villa
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
5 Sports-based Malayalam movies to watch as Alappuzha Gymkhana releases on OTT: Godha, Sudani from Nigeria and more
Malayalam cinema has managed to become the talk of the town once again with the sports film Alappuzha Gymkhana 's release on OTT. The movie starring Naslen is streaming on SonyLIV, which makes it the perfect time to watch similar cinematic ventures. If you're a fan of sports-based films or loved watching the Khalid Rahman directorial, here's a list of Malayalam movies that you should check out. 5 Sports-based Malayalam movies on OTT 1. Godha (2017) Cast: Tovino Thomas, Wamiqa Gabbi, Renji Panicker, Aju Varghese, Hareesh Peradi, Mamukoya, Sreejith Ravi, Bijukuttan Director: Basil Joseph IMDb Rating: 7.5/10 Where to watch: ManoramaMAX When a Basil Joseph directorial with Tovino Thomas is mentioned, many would expect to hear Minnal Murali. However, before the ARM actor wore the superhero suit, he played a carefree young gatta gusthi player. Godha, a sports comedy film, featured the actor as Aanjaneya Das, the son of a wrestling coach who had left the ring due to his father's obsession. In fear of his dad, the young guy decides to study in Punjab, where he meets Adithi Singh, a wrestling aspirant whose passion is rejected by her brother. After an altercation with her police officer brother, Das and Adithi decide to arrive at his home in Kerala, where his father takes her up as an apprentice. What follows is the humorous tale of how her passion wins over everyone, including Das, prompting him to make a return to the wrestling ring. 2. Captain (2017) Cast: Jayasurya, Anu Sithara, Renji Panicker, Siddique, Saiju Kurup, Deepak Parambol, Mammootty Director: Prajesh Sen IMDb Rating: 6.9/10 Where to watch: JioHotstar Captain is a biographical sports movie based on the life of former Indian professional footballer, VP Sathyan. The man, known to be a centre-back player, started his career in 1983 and served as the captain of the Indian national football team from 1991 to 1995. The film featuring Jayasurya in the lead role showed him playing the protagonist, recounting his days in the Kerala Police up until his death. 3. Finals (2019) Cast: Rajisha Vijayan, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Niranj Maniyanpilla Raju, Tini Tom, Maniyan Pilla Raju Director: Arun PR IMDb Rating: 7/10 Where to watch: ManoramaMAX Finals features the tale of Alice, a simple girl with big dreams who has a passion for cycling. Hailing from a small village in Kerala, the woman wishes to have a trailblazing career, embracing her hopes in the sport. With Rajisha Vijayan donning the lead character, the film focuses on her journey to compete in the Olympics, training for her entire life. 4. 1983 (2014) Cast: Nivin Pauly, Anoop Menon, Nikki Galrani, Joy Mathew, Srinda Arhaan, Jacob Gregory, Saiju Kurup Director: Abrid Shine IMDb Rating: 7.7/10 Where to watch: SunNXT 1983 is a Malayalam-language coming-of-age sports drama featuring the life of Rameshan (Nivin Pauly), a young guy who finds a fascination towards cricket after seeing India win the World Cup under Kapil Dev. A tribute to the life of Sachin Tendulkar, the film has a narrative focusing on Rameshan as the catalyst for cricket in his village. Despite being passionate, life takes over him, but his hopes and dreams continue to live on with his son, a cricketer just like his father. 5. Sudani from Nigeria (2018) Cast: Soubin Shahir, Samuel Abiola Robinson, Savithri Sreedharan, Sarasa Balussery, Aneesh G Menon Director: Zakariya Mohammed IMDb Rating: 8.1/10 Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video Sudani from Nigeria is a sports drama movie that has been the recipient of various accolades over the years. The film, set in Malappuram, has Mujeed, a football manager, recruiting three players from Sudan for his local football team. However, things turn south when Samuel, a player, is injured and Mujeed (Soubin Shahir) is forced to shelter him at his own home. The rest of the film focuses on how the Nigerian player becomes the talk of the town, mending relationships and giving a new perspective on life to the football team manager.
Economic Times
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
From Pattth to Alappuzha Gymkhana. Check out these latest Malayalam OTT releases on Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar
Pattth Alappuzha Gymkhana Thudarum Vadakkan Jerry June kicks off with a wave of exciting Malayalam OTT releases that promise everything from gripping thrillers to heartwarming dramas. Whether you're into eerie island mysteries, soulful hill-town tales, or slice-of-life stories packed with emotion, there's something new to binge across platforms like ManoramaMAX, SonyLIV, JioHotstar, Aha Tamil, and SimplySouth. With critically acclaimed festival picks, theatrical hits, and under-the-radar gems all dropping this week, now's the perfect time to update your watchlist. Here's a quick look at what's streaming and why you shouldn't miss 6The much-talked-about drama Pattth starts streaming on ManoramaMAX from June 6, 2025. The film made waves after premiering at the International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK) in 2024, grabbing attention for its sharp screenplay and layered storytelling. Written and directed by Jithin Issac Thomas , Pattth promises an immersive experience for anyone who enjoys thought-provoking 5After a successful run in theatres, the Naslen-led Alappuzha Gymkhana is all set to hit SonyLIV on June 5, 2025. This youthful drama blends raw energy with strong storytelling, making it appealing across generations. Set in the heart of Kerala's culture-rich Alappuzha, the film highlights local social dynamics in a way that feels personal yet widely relatable. Expect authenticity, emotion, and a plot that stays with takes you on an emotional journey set in the peaceful hill town of Ranni. With themes of connection and personal struggle, this one's for those who enjoy a bit of soul-searching cinema. The setting itself plays a key role, almost like another character in the story, shaping both the narrative and the people in Tamil, OTTplay PremiumJune 6, 2025In Vadakkan, things take a spooky turn when a paranormal investigator lands on a mysterious Kerala island after a string of strange deaths. But what he uncovers is way darker than expected. Featuring Kannada actor Kishore alongside Shruthy Menon and Merin Philip, this Tamil-dubbed Malayalam thriller (directed by Sajeed A.) is packed with technical brilliance and suspense that'll keep you hooked till the credits is the kind of feel-good film you didn't know you needed. With a healthy dose of humour and heart, it follows quirky yet lovable characters as they navigate life's little ups and downs. Streaming now on SimplySouth (since May 30, 2025), the film stars Kottayam Nazeer, Pramod Velliyanad, and others in roles that bring warmth and charm to the screen.
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
From Pattth to Alappuzha Gymkhana. Check out these latest Malayalam OTT releases on Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar
June kicks off with a wave of exciting Malayalam OTT releases that promise everything from gripping thrillers to heartwarming dramas. Whether you're into eerie island mysteries, soulful hill-town tales, or slice-of-life stories packed with emotion, there's something new to binge across platforms like ManoramaMAX, SonyLIV, JioHotstar, Aha Tamil, and SimplySouth. With critically acclaimed festival picks, theatrical hits, and under-the-radar gems all dropping this week, now's the perfect time to update your watchlist. Here's a quick look at what's streaming and why you shouldn't miss it. Pattth ManoramaMAx June 6 by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like War Thunder - Register now for free and play against over 75 Million real Players War Thunder Play Now Undo The much-talked-about drama Pattth starts streaming on ManoramaMAX from June 6, 2025. The film made waves after premiering at the International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK) in 2024, grabbing attention for its sharp screenplay and layered storytelling. Written and directed by Jithin Issac Thomas , Pattth promises an immersive experience for anyone who enjoys thought-provoking cinema. Alappuzha Gymkhana SonyLIV June 5 After a successful run in theatres, the Naslen-led Alappuzha Gymkhana is all set to hit SonyLIV on June 5, 2025. This youthful drama blends raw energy with strong storytelling, making it appealing across generations. Set in the heart of Kerala's culture-rich Alappuzha, the film highlights local social dynamics in a way that feels personal yet widely relatable. Expect authenticity, emotion, and a plot that stays with you. Thudarum JioHotstar Streaming Thudarum takes you on an emotional journey set in the peaceful hill town of Ranni. With themes of connection and personal struggle, this one's for those who enjoy a bit of soul-searching cinema. The setting itself plays a key role, almost like another character in the story, shaping both the narrative and the people in it. Vadakkan Aha Tamil, OTTplay Premium June 6, 2025 In Vadakkan, things take a spooky turn when a paranormal investigator lands on a mysterious Kerala island after a string of strange deaths. But what he uncovers is way darker than expected. Featuring Kannada actor Kishore alongside Shruthy Menon and Merin Philip, this Tamil-dubbed Malayalam thriller (directed by Sajeed A.) is packed with technical brilliance and suspense that'll keep you hooked till the credits roll. Jerry SimplySouth Streaming Jerry is the kind of feel-good film you didn't know you needed. With a healthy dose of humour and heart, it follows quirky yet lovable characters as they navigate life's little ups and downs. Streaming now on SimplySouth (since May 30, 2025), the film stars Kottayam Nazeer, Pramod Velliyanad, and others in roles that bring warmth and charm to the screen.
Mint
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
OTT releases this week: Pattth, Stolen, Jaat, and more — New movies, web series to watch this week
OTT releases this week: A number of new movies and web series will be available on OTT this weekend on platforms like Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, ManoramaMAX and JioHotstar. Let's have a look at the ones that are available to watch online. Pattth Plot: The Malayalam movie tells the story of Unni, a struggling film editor and working on a travel vlog that includes a Kenyan tribe singing a traditional song. Unni and his girlfriendcreate a documentary exploring the song's multifaceted nature. Cast: Ashik Safiya, Aboobakker Gauthami, Lekshmi Gopan Genre: Crime thriller Languages: Malayalam OTT platform: ManoramaMAX Release Date: 6 June Stolen Plot: Abhishek Banerjee's thriller drama, Stolen, follows the journey of two brothers who witness a child being kidnapped from a poor mother at a remote railway station, and join their mother's desperate search for the child. Cast: Abhishek Banerjee, Harish Khanna, Mia Maelzer, Sahidur Rahaman, and Shubham Vardhan Genre: Thriller drama Languages: Hindi OTT platform: Amazon Prime Video Release Date: 4 June Criminal Code Season 2 Plot: The Brazilian action series, Criminal Code Season 2, follows Isaac and his Phantom Gang, who become the Federal Police's main targets after helping the Ambassador escape prison. This season is all about the struggle of Sullen to catch the gang. Cast: Rômulo Braga, Maeve Jinkings, Pedro Caetano, Thomás Aquino, Alex Nader, Daniel Blanco, Letícia Tomazella, and Jorge Paz Genre: Crime Drama Languages: English OTT platform: Netflix Release Date: 4 June Jaat Plot: Sunny Deol's action packed film revolves in a small coastal village ruled by a ruthless criminal named Ranatunga. When Sunny Deol arrives, things start to change and how. The movie is a classic showdown between an evil ruler and a fearless hero. Genre: Action drama Cast: Sunny Deol, Randeep Hooda, Saiyami Kher, Regina Cassandra, Jagapathi Babu, Ramya Krishnan, Vineet Kumar Singh Languages: English OTT platform: Netflix Release Date: 5 June Bhool Chuk Maaf Plot: Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi starrer sci-fi romantic comedy, Bhool Chuk Maaf, shows Rajkumar (Ranjan) stuck in a time loop on his wedding day and must fulfil a forgotten promise to escape it. Genre: Sci-fi romantic comedy Cast: Rajkummar Rao, Wamiqa Gabbi, Seema Pahwa, Sanjay Mishra, Raghubir Yadav, and Zakir Hussain Languages: English OTT platform: Amazon Prime Video Release Date: 6 June Mountainhead Plot: The series drama revolves around the story of a group of billionaire friends who come together and join forces amidst a global economic turmoil. Genre: Drama Cast: Steve Carell, Jason Schwartzman, Cory Michael Smith Language: English OTT platform: JioHotstar
News18
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Acclaimed Malayalam Drama Pattth To Stream On OTT From June 6
Last Updated: The Jithin Issac Thomas movie has skipped a theatrical release and made its way to the OTT platform ManoramaMAX. The much-praised Malayalam drama Pattth premiered at the prestigious International Film Festival of Kerala in 2024. The film received rave reviews for its thoughtful screenplay, layered storytelling, and powerful performances. After making waves on the festival circuit, the movie skipped a theatrical release and made its way to the OTT platform. Fans won't have to wait much longer, as this highly acclaimed film will begin streaming on June 6 on the OTT portal ManoramaMAX. The streaming giant announced the same on their Instagram handle. Sharing a poster of the film, the OTT streaming giant wrote, 'Pattth | From June 6 | manoramaMAX. Written & Directed by Jithin Issac Thomas." View this post on Instagram A post shared by manoramaMAX (@manoramamax) The makers recently dropped a trailer for the movie, which promises an intriguing drama weaved in mystery and strong performances. The storyline of Pattth revolves around a struggling videographer, Unni, who is tirelessly working to make ends meet. He takes on an assignment to edit a travel vlog featuring a rare tribal song sung by Kenyan natives. Things take a surprising turn when Unni's grandmother immediately recognises the tune and begins humming it as if it's part of her history. When Unni uploads a video of her singing the song, it quickly goes viral, and viewers across the country claim they, too, know it by heart. What follows next is how he and his girlfriend, Anupama, travel around Kerala to uncover the mysterious connection between the song, his grandmother, and the seemingly universal familiarity it evokes. They decided to create a documentary on its beginnings by interviewing people from all walks of life who claim to know the song. The Jithin Issac Thomas's directorial features Ashik Safiya Aboobakker and Gauthami Lekshmi Gopan in key roles. Produced jointly by Able Joseph and Nithyan Martin under the banners of Mangoes N Coconuts, the Malayalam film also stars M Kethi, Cheriyakaalan, Jasmine Kavya, Divakaran Vishnumangalam, Jitheesh Raichel Samuel, Prabhakaran Velur, Shelvi Pollachi, Surya S Kurup, Benny John, Champan Binu, Jiji Jogy, Sanju Madhav, Salu K Thomas, and Avinash Jayasree, among others. The musical score has been composed by Milan VS. First Published:
