The Malayalam OTT space witnessed several major digital premieres during May 2023, led by Pookkaalam on Disney+ Hotstar and Ayalvaashi on Netflix. At the same time, Kadina Kadoramee Andakadaham arrived on SonyLIV, while several other Malayalam films expanded their reach through Prime Video, Saina Play, and other streaming platforms.
Here’s a roundup of the notable Malayalam OTT releases from that period.
📋 Malayalam OTT Release Highlights
| 🎬 Movie | 📱 OTT Platform | 📅 Streaming Date |
|---|---|---|
| Pookkaalam | Disney+ Hotstar | 19 May 2023 |
| Ayalvaashi | Netflix | 19 May 2023 |
| Kadina Kadoramee Andakadaham | SonyLIV | 19 May 2023 |
| Jawanum Mullapoovum | Amazon Prime Video | 12 May 2023 |
| Vichithram | Amazon Prime Video | 10 May 2023 |
| Enthada Saji | Amazon Prime Video | 6 May 2023 |
| Two Men | Saina Play | 5 May 2023 |
| Corona Papers | Disney+ Hotstar | 5 May 2023 |
| 2018 | SonyLIV | Later Released |
| Pachuvum Athbutha Vilakkum | Amazon Prime Video | Later Released |
| Mea Culpa | Saina Play | Later Released |
🌸 Pookkaalam OTT Release on Disney+ Hotstar
Pookkaalam, directed by Ganesh Raj, made its digital premiere on Disney+ Hotstar on 19 May 2023 following its theatrical run.
The family drama revolves around an elderly couple whose decades-long marriage is unexpectedly shaken, leading to emotional and humorous events that impact multiple generations of the family.
👥 Main Cast
- 🎭 Vijayaraghavan
- 🎭 KPAC Leela
- 🎭 Basil Joseph
- 🎭 Vineeth Sreenivasan
- 🎭 Suhasini Maniratnam
- 🎭 Honey Rose
- 🎭 Jagadish
- 🎭 Johny Antony
- 🎭 Roshan Mathew
- 🎭 Arun Kurian
- 🎭 Abu Salim
- 🎭 Aristo Suresh
🎬 Technical Crew
| 🎥 Department | Details |
|---|---|
| Director | Ganesh Raj |
| Writer | Ganesh Raj |
| Producers | Thomas Thiruvalla, Vinod Shornur |
| Production | CNC Cinemas, Thomas Thiruvalla Films |
| Music | Sachin Warrier |
| Cinematography | Anend C. Chandran |
🎭 Ayalvaashi Streaming on Netflix
Comedy-drama Ayalvaashi also joined the OTT lineup with its Netflix premiere on 19 May 2023.
Directed by Irshad Parari, the film stars Soubin Shahir, Binu Pappu, Nikhila Vimal, and Lijomol Jose, presenting a humorous neighbourhood rivalry that escalates into unexpected situations.
🌿 Kadina Kadoramee Andakadaham on SonyLIV
Another major Malayalam OTT release on 19 May 2023 was Kadina Kadoramee Andakadaham, which began streaming on SonyLIV.
Directed by Muhashin, the film features:
- 🎭 Basil Joseph
- 🎭 Indrans
- 🎭 Jaffer Idukki
- 🎭 Sudheesh
- 🎭 Sreeja Ravi
- 🎭 Binu Pappu
- 🎭 Johny Antony
- 🎭 Shibla Fara
The film received appreciation for its emotional storytelling and socially relevant themes.
📺 Other Malayalam OTT Releases
Several other Malayalam films also became available across different streaming platforms during the same period.
| 🎬 Movie | 📱 Platform |
|---|---|
| Jawanum Mullapoovum | Amazon Prime Video |
| Vichithram | Amazon Prime Video |
| Enthada Saji | Amazon Prime Video |
| Two Men | Saina Play |
| Corona Papers | Disney+ Hotstar |
| 2018 | SonyLIV |
| Pachuvum Athbutha Vilakkum | Amazon Prime Video |
| Mea Culpa | Saina Play |
❓Frequently Asked Questions
📅 When did Pookkaalam release on OTT?
Pookkaalam started streaming on Disney+ Hotstar on 19 May 2023.
📱 Which OTT platform streams Ayalvaashi?
Ayalvaashi is available for streaming on Netflix.
🎬 Where can I watch Kadina Kadoramee Andakadaham?
The movie is available on SonyLIV.
🎭 Who directed Pookkaalam?
The film was written and directed by Ganesh Raj, best known for Anandam.
📺 Which Malayalam movies were among the major OTT releases in May 2023?
Some of the notable releases included Pookkaalam, Ayalvaashi, Kadina Kadoramee Andakadaham, Jawanum Mullapoovum, Vichithram, Enthada Saji, Two Men, and Corona Papers.
