Following Drishyam , the genre exploded. Lijo Jose Pellissery’s Angamaly Diaries (2017) and later Jallikattu (2019) introduced a chaotic, visceral style of filmmaking. Jallikattu , in particular, was a psychological thriller that used the metaphor of a buffalo on the loose to dissect mob mentality, showcasing that Malayalam thrillers could be artistic endeavors fit for international acclaim.
: A Padmarajan classic starring Mohanlal and Mammootty. The plot centers on a DSP investigating the murder of a film director, where three women are the primary suspects. thriller movies malayalam
: A global phenomenon directed by Jeethu Joseph. It tells the story of a common man who uses his movie knowledge to protect his family after a crime. Following Drishyam , the genre exploded