Kishkindha Kaandam OTT Release: Ahead of Asif Ali film¡¯s premiere, watch these 5 thrillers to set up your mood

Kishkindha Kaandam OTT release update: Asif Ali¡¯s thrilling Mystery Malayalam saga is all set to stream on Disney+ Hotstar on November 19. This project¡¯s wait on digital space has been eagerly awaited considering its thrilling plot. Ahead of Kishkindha Kaandam¡¯s OTT premiere, here¡¯s a look at a few other hit Malayalam mystery thrillers that will pump up your mood for the upcoming one.

1. Drishyam (2013)

Director: Jeethu Joseph

Cast: Mohanlal, Meena, Ansiba Hassan, Esther Anil, Asha Sharath

Where to watch: Disney+ Hotstar

An iconic franchise that saw multiple spin-offs, Drishyam follows the life of a middle-class man Georgekutty (Mohanlal) with a passion for movies. His life turns upside down after his daughter accidentally kills a man in self-defence. The investigation into the disappearance of the man puts the family at risk and Georgekutty¡¯s wit and knowledge to cover up the incident leads to a tense cat-and-mouse game with the police.

2. Kali (2016)

Director: Sameer Thahir

Cast: Dulquer Salmaan, Sai Pallavi, Vinayakan, Chemban Vinod Jose

Where to watch: Disney+ Hotstar

The story of Kali revolves around Sidharth (Dulquer) and his wife Anjali (Sai), who go on a road trip through the scenic hills of Kerala. What seems like a simple journey takes a terrifying turn when they encounter a series of mysterious and unsettling events that lead to a confrontation with dangerous individuals. As the story unfolds, Sidharth's dark past and volatile temper put his wife and their safety in danger. Find a perfect balance of romance in it too.

3. Theevandi (2018)

Director: Fellini T. P.

Cast: Tovino Thomas, Surabhi Lakshmi, Samyuktha Menon

Where to watch: Sun NXT

Although more of a political satire with elements of thriller, Theevandi explores the mysterious life of a seemingly carefree, lazy man named Bineesh (Tovino Thomas). He is caught up in a complex web of local politics, corruption, and conspiracy and the plot slowly reveals the mystery behind his involvement in a political clash and the personal stakes behind the conspiracy.

4. Mumbai Police (2013)

Director: Rosshan Andrrews

Cast: Prithviraj Sukumaran, Jayasurya, Rahman, Mia

Where to watch: Disney+ Hotstar

The plot revolves around a police officer, ACP Antony Moses (Prithviraj Sukumaran) who suffers amnesia after a near-fatal accident. As he tries to piece together his memory, he discovers that his close friend and fellow cop, Sam (Jayasurya) has been murdered. In his search for the truth, Moses finds shocking revelations about his own life and the conspiracy that led to the crime. Mumbai Police is a brilliant psychological thriller that plays with the concept of memory and self-identity.

5. The Great Indian Kitchen (2021)

Director: Jeo Baby

Cast: Nimisha Sajayan, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Ramesh Pisharody, Muthumani

Where to watch: Prime Video

The Great Indian Kitchen tells the story of a newly married woman (played by Nimisha) who, after moving in with her husband and his family, is pushed into a rigid, oppressive domestic routine. Despite her initial hopes, she quickly discovers the extent of patriarchal control that dictates every aspect of her life. The film follows her emotional and psychological journey as she is made to conform to the traditional roles of wife and homemaker.

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