Published 16:41 IST, January 1st 2020
Malayalam movies in 2019: 'Jallikattu', 'Luca' and other top hits
Malayalam movies in 2019 including 'Jallikattu', '9', 'Luca' among others, managed to impress the audiences with its unique storyline and performances.
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JC Daniel, iconic Malayalam filmmaker, laid stone to Malayalam film industry. He catapulted first-ever Malayalam film titled Vigathakumaran. Though it was a silent film, set in an era where techlogy was brim, movie still mand to garner widespre impact. Ever since n, Malayalam film industry has evolved to become one of most sought after film industries, with humble tales and less commercial elements.
Malayalam movies in 2019
2019 has been a flourishing year for Malayalam movies, with movies like Jallikattu, Uyare, and Virus, Malayalam movies making a significant mark at film festivals. According to reports, more than 100 films were released in 2019, out of which only a few mand to impress audience, with its impressive storyline and acting performances. Here are top five Malayalam movies that impressed audience and critics alike, to stand among most popular movies of 2019.
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Most popular Malayalam movies of 2019
Helen
movie, starring Anna Ben of Kumbalangi Nights fame, mand to impress audience with its gripping storyline. Directed by popular short film director Matthukutty Xavier, movie also h popular actor Lal and Aju Varghese in supporting roles. Produced by Vineet Srinivasan, movie was one of most successful movies of 2019.
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Jallikattu
Based on a short story written by Hareesh, Jallikattu mand to garner attention for its gripping storyline and modest performances. movie, starring Anthony Varghese, Chemban Vid and Sabumon in le, narrates tale of a town, whose tranquillity is destroyed by a berserker Bull. Directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery, movie was a box office hit.
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Luca
directorial debut of Arun Bose was less than beautiful poetry. movie, starring Tovi Thomas and Ahaana Krishna in le, narrates tragic love story of Luca and Niharika. Released in June, movie mand to engross audience with its impressive cinematography and storyline.
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Thamaasha
movie, starring Vinay Fort and Chinnu Chandhini in le, narrates tale of a balding man, and his enthralling journey to finding love. Directed by Ashraf Hamza, movie was an official remake of 2017 Kanna movie Ondu Motteya Ka. Released in June, movie was appreciated by critics and audience for sincere performances from its le characters.
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9
movie, starring Prithviraj Sukumaran, Wamiqa Gabbi and Mamata Mohandas in le, narrates a horrific tale of a far and son, whose relationship falters after a meteorite passes earth. Directed by Jenuse Mohamed, movie was one of highest-grossing movies of year.
16:41 IST, January 1st 2020