Malayalam OTT releases this week: New movies to watch this weekend

Malayalam OTT releases this week: A number of new Malayalam movies will be available on OTT this weekend on platforms like Amazon Prime Video, Netflix and ManoramaMAX. Let’s have a look at the ones that are available to watch online.

Anpodu Kanmani

Anpodu Kanmani, directed by Lijo Thomas, is a heartwarming comedy about Nakulan, a stone quarry worker, and his new wife Shalini. Set in a village in Kannur, Kerala, the film follows the couple as they try to balance their modern outlook with traditional family expectations. Through humorous and emotional moments, it explores love, marriage, and the clash between old customs and modern life.

Stars: Arjun Ashokan, Anagha Narayanan, Althaf Salim

Genre: Comedy

Platform: Amazon Prime Video

Release Date: March 26

Painkill

The story follows a young man who runs a small shop and leads a simple life. After a string of misfortunes, he’s forced to get a fake mental health certificate to deal with his problems.

Along the way, he meets a bold young woman eager to escape her family’s constant pressure to get married. Their unexpected bond leads to a journey full of humour, emotions and self-discovery.

Stars: Anaswara Rajan, Lijo Jose Pellissery, Sajin Gopu, Riyaz Khan

Genre: Comedy/Romance

Platform: Manorama Max

Release Date: Expected this week (Tentative)

The following movies are already streaming online:

Officer on Duty

Officer On Duty follows a police officer whose routine case of fake jewellery pawning leads him into a dangerous world of drug trafficking and sex rackets. As he uncovers more, the stakes grow higher, threatening his career and family.

Packed with action and suspense, the film explores the harsh challenges of law enforcement. It was released in theatres on February 20.

Stars: Kunchacko Boban, Priyamani, Jagadish, Vishak Nair

Genre: Action/Thriller

Platform: Netflix

Release Date: March 20

Ponman

Plot: The film is about a jewellery sales agent with an unusual business: he lends gold jewellery to brides’ families, expecting repayment through the cash gifts received at their weddings. Set in Kollam, the story revolves around Ajesh lending 25 sovereigns of gold to Steffi’s family for her marriage to Mariyano.

However, after the wedding, the family manages to repay only 13 sovereigns. Ajesh then demands the return of the remaining 12, setting off a tense chase. The film explores themes of dowry, financial pressure and society’s deep-rooted obsession with gold.

Stars: Basil Joseph, Sajin Gopu, Lijomol Jose

Genre: Dark comedy

Platform: JioHotstar

Release Date: March 14