5 best Malayalam crime thrillers to watch on JioHotstar
If you love crime thrillers filled with suspense, Malayalam cinema offers some fantastic options. These films are packed with gripping stories, strong characters, and thrilling moments that keep you hooked until the very end. Here’s a list of the 5 best Malayalam crime thrillers you can stream now on JioHotstar.
1. L2: Empuraan
– Cast: Mohanlal, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Tovino Thomas, Manju Warrier
– Director: Prithviraj Sukumaran
– Release Date: March 27, 2025
A sequel to the blockbuster Lucifer, L2: Empuraan continues the thrilling journey of its main character. With powerful performances and an exciting plot, this movie has received great praise and performed strongly at the box office.
2. Sookshmadarshini
– Cast: Nazriya Nazim, Basil Joseph, Akhila Bhargavan
– Director: M.C. Jithin
– Release Date: November 22, 2024
Sookshmadarshini tells the story of a group of women who begin investigating a new and suspicious neighbor. The film gained positive reviews for its fresh storyline and strong female-led cast.
3. King of Kotha
– Cast: Dulquer Salmaan, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Prasanna
– Director: Abhilash Joshiy
– Release Date: August 24, 2023
Set in a crime-ridden town, King of Kotha is about a police officer’s clever plan to end a gangster’s rule by bringing back a former “king”. The story is filled with action and drama that keeps viewers engaged throughout.
4. Rorschach
– Cast: Mammootty, Asif Ali, Bindu Panicker
– Director: Nissam Basheer
– Release Date: October 7, 2022
Rorschach is a dark revenge thriller. It follows an NRI seeking justice for his missing wife. As he digs deeper into the mystery, he encounters a dangerous family with hidden secrets.
5. Kannur Squad
– Cast: Mammootty, Azees Nedumangad, Rony David Raj
– Director: Roby Varghese Raj
– Release Date: September 28, 2023
Inspired by real events, Kannur Squad shows the story of a special police team known for solving tough cases. Their mission to capture a criminal gang is thrilling and realistic.
