Athiradi (2026), a fun ride
Athiradi turned out to be a fun campus entertainer. Basil Joseph and Tovino Thomas compete with each other in stealing scenes, and the college fest backdrop works well. Not perfect,…
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Drishyam 3 (2026), struggles to surprise
Drishyam 3 is watchable thanks to Mohanlal, but the story keeps circling the same ground with nothing new to say. Mangoidiots gives it a Raw. If you love the family,…
Eko (2025), a quiet surprise
Watched Eko with zero expectations and came out impressed. Strong visuals, engaging storytelling, and an honest thriller that does not play games with the audience. MangoIdiots rating Ripe.
Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra (2025)
It is rare to see Indian cinema place a woman at the centre of a superhero film. It is even rarer to see vampire-like elements explored in a Malayalam film.…
Dominic and the Ladies Purse (2025), A refreshing detective drama
Mammootty steals the show as a private investigator in Dominic and the Ladies' Purse, a well-crafted Malayalam mystery by Gautham Vasudev Menon. Subtlety, suspense, and a satisfying climax make it…
Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil (2024): A Light-Hearted Family Comedy
Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil, a Malayalam comedy, is yet another example that a good family story with the right cast can still win audiences over. This is a film you can comfortably…
Manjummel Boys (2024), Hyped but Heartfelt
Let’s get straight to the heart of it. Manjummel Boys unfolds amidst the deep caves of Kodaikanal, but here’s the twist – it strikes a chord in Tamil Nadu, something…
Jaya Jaya Jaya Jaya Hey (2022), empowerment with a smile
Jaya Jaya Jaya Jaya Hey (2022) dives into the pressing issue of women’s rights within marriage, a bold topic in a society still grappling with patriarchal norms. What sets this…