11 Movies Of Fahadh Faasil You Need To Watch To Appreciate His Tremendous Acting Capabilities
If you're too in awe of Fahadh Faasil's performance in Irul and Joji and you want to watch best malayalam movies, here are the films that you need to watch asap.
South Indian cinema remains underrated even today. Several South Indian films have been remade in Hindi and they have been blockbuster hits like Kabir Singh, yet only fewer films like Baahubali have managed to grab people's attention.
Similarly, several immensely talented South Indian actors like Fahadh Faasil are gradually getting recognition in the Hindi film industry as well. Faasil has been offered films by noted filmmakers like Vishal Bhardwaj, but he, on the contrary, is happy working down the south.
His recent films Irul and Joji are creating a lot of buzz. The Malayalam superstar has caught the fancy of Hindi cinema watching audiences as well.
If you're too in awe of Faasil's performance, who makes an unlikely hero because of his receding hairline and no six-pack abs, here are the films that you need to watch asap.
Also Read: The Poster Boy Of New-Gen Malayalam Cinema - Fahadh Faasil Is The Hero We All Need
1. Bangalore Days
No matter how many times you watch it, this movie will leave you shook. This rom-com about three childhood friends is one of the most loved Malayalam movies. Fun Fact: Faasil and his wife Nazriya Nazim met on the sets of this film and fell in love.
Where to watch: Amazon Prime
2. Kumbalangi Nights
The story of the film revolves around four brothers and their love-hate relationship stars Faasil in the role of Shammi, a small-town man who takes the responsibility of the women in the family. The climax of the film is one of the most satisfying endings ever.
Where to watch: Amazon Prime
3. Iyobinte Pusthakam
Hailed as one of the best films of Faasil, Iyobinte Pusthakam is a period drama set in pre-independent India. Aloshi, played by Faasil, returns from the war to his estranged family and childhood love and finds that his elder brothers have sided with a ruthless businessman to overthrow their father. With captivating visuals and magnificent performances, this film is a treat to watch.
Where to watch: Disney+ Hotstar
4. Trance
In this film, Faasil plays the role of a motivational speaker. The movie is a pathbreaking film as is about dependency -- be it on drugs or on religion. It doesn't outrightly point fingers on what's right and what's wrong but tells that humanity is above any religion.
Where to watch: Amazon Prime
5. North 24 Kaatham
The film made Faasil win a National Award. It's a moving tale about a software engineer who suffers from obsessive-compulsive personality disorder. After this film, Faasil became the poster boy of new-age cinema in the industry.
Where to watch: Disney+ Hotstar
6. Oru Indian Pranayakadha
Oru Indian Pranayakadha is a 2013 Malayalam romantic comedy film that follows the story of a local leader whose aspirations go downhill after a superior politician chooses a more influential candidate to contest in the upcoming elections instead of him. A shattered Sidharthan then starts to work as an assistant for a Canadian woman of Indian descent, and then, their love story blooms.
Where to watch: Disney+ Hotstar
7. Thondimuthalum Driksakshiyum
Not one or two but this film won three national awards, including best film of the year, and only because of its endearing plot. The film doesn't have a hero or a villain. Every character is important and none is superseding the other. Yet they all strike a chord with your heart.
Where to watch: Disney+ Hotstar
8. Njan Prakashan
Njan Prakashan is a relatable story of a man who wants to have lots of success in life but hates working hard towards it. The lazy man who pines for a lavish life abroad crafts a scam to avoid a career in nursing and find a wealthy spouse to secure a visa.
Where to watch: Netflix
9. Super Deluxe
Hailed as one of the best films of 2019, Super Deluxe is a dark-comedy anthology that tells two parallel stories that are interconnected. When the multi-layered story converges towards the end, you'll be bowled over.
Where to watch: Netflix
10. Maheshinte Prathikaaram
Hailed as one of the best works of art in Malayalam cinema, Maheshinte Prathikaaram is a story of revenge. Fahadh¡¯s flawless portrayal in this National Award-winning film is to watch out for.
Where to watch: Netflix
11. Annayum Rasoolum
Annayum Rasoolum is a simple love story of a Muslim boy falling in love with a Christian girl. Their family's disapproval of the inter-caste relationship brings turbulence in their lives. This simple love story is a treat to watch, especially owing to Faasil's great performance.
Where to watch: Disney+ Hotstar