5 upcoming Malayalam movies to explore at your nearest theaters

These are the films to watch out this weekend.

1. Dexter- March 14, 2025

Suriyan G. directed suspense thriller Dexter, which is available in both Malayalam and Tamil. The film features Aadi, who lost his girlfriend Yamini and is now dealing with PTSD.

He struggles with his trauma, gets memory-erasing treatment, and braces to starts over, meeting up with Bhuvi, a friend from childhood. Things take unexpected twists post he ventures on to find a meaning.

2. Uttavar- March 14, 2025

This week, Anil Dev’s Malayalam drama Uttavar will be released in theaters featuring Athira Sudheer and Jishnu Vijayan Nair in lead roles. Watch the trailer to know more

3. Aaranyam- March 14, 2025

SP Unnikrishnan DFT directed Malayalam religious drama Aaranyam, produced by Lonappan Kuttanad, centers on themes of justice, atonement, and faith.

4. The Waiting List: An Antidote- March 14, 2025

The Waiting List: An Antidote, directed by Cherian Mathew, is a compelling movie that chronicles the inspirational survival of a young lady who is imprisoned, mistreated, and blackmailed by her drug-addicted partner. The plot challenges the idea that the victim must hide or commit suicide, emphasizing her right to live in her community.

5. Dasettante Cycle- March 14, 2025

A man resorts to robbery after coping with Chennai’s fast-paced lifestyle. But when his actions have disastrous results and ultimately cost a woman her life, things take a fatal turn.