Onam 2023: 20 feel-good Malayalam films on OTT to watch with your family

Onam 2023: As we near the much-loved harvest festival of Kerala, here's how you can celebrate the festival at home with your family watching feel-good Malayalam films on OTT

Updated On: 2023-08-26 02:20 PM IST

Compiled by : Athulya Nambiar

Onam 2023 watchlist

Neymar (2023)

Starring Mathew Thomas, Naslen K. Gafoor, Johny Antony, Shammi Thilakan and Vijayaraghavan, it is a comedy film with friendship at the core. The film is available on Disney+Hotstar

Ustad Hotel (2012) 

Faizi, an aspiring chef, returns to his hometown in India when he fails to receive support from his father. He tries to fulfil his dream by helping his grandfather, Kareem, run his hotel. Dulquer Salmaan's second outing on the big screen is streaming on Disney+Hotstar

100 Days of Love (2015) 

Despite their strained history as children, a columnist falls in love with his schoolmate when they meet after years. Just as he decides to win her heart, he learns that she is engaged to another man. Starring Dulquer Salmaan and Nithya Menen, the film is streaming on Aha

 

Bangalore Days (2014) 

A film that takes us through the journey of three cousins who are very different from each other but share a great bond. The film will make you laugh and cry and make you want to call up your cousin. The film starring Nazriya Naazim, Nivin Pauly, Dulquer Salmaan, Parvathy, Fahadh Faasil, and Isha Talwar is available on Disney+Hotstar

Pachuvum Athbutha Vilakkum (2023) 

A middle-class Malayali man settles in Mumbai and must resolve incidents taking place during a journey to Kerala, India. Watch this heartwarming tale starring Fahad Faasil in the lead on Prime Video

Varane Avashyamund (2020) 

Neena, a french tutor and single mother, lives with her daughter who is trying to find a groom for herself. Soon, their lives change when a retired army major and a young man move into their building. Senior actors Suresh Gopi and Shobana drive up the nostalgic factor while Dulquer and Kalyani's fresh pairing gives the movie an interesting romantic angle. The film is available to stream on Netflix

Manoharam (2019) 

Manu, a talented poster artist, struggles to find work with the advent of digital technology. After being jilted by his fiancee, he attempts to rebuild his life. Starring Vineeth Srinivasan, the film is available to stream on Prime Video

Nyan Prakashan (2018) 

Fahadh Faasil who plays Prakashan dreams of living a lavish and easy life abroad and spins an elaborate scheme to make his dream come true. However, fate has different plans for him. Watch this heartwarming saga on Prime Video or Netflix along with your family

Ohm Shanthi Oshana (2013) 

Pooja Mathew, a spirited young girl, dreams about marrying only for love. Thus, she stops at nothing to impress Giri, who saved her once from a group of unruly men. Starring Nazriya Nazim and Nivin Pauly, this romantic comedy is a film for all seasons. Watch the film on Disney+Hotstar

 

Premam ( 2015) 

While George's first love turns out to be a disappointment, Malar, a college lecturer, rekindles his love interest. His romantic journey takes him through several stages, helping him find his purpose. This is a film that was a hit not just in Kerala but outside the state as well. The film also introduced Sai Pallavi to the audience. Watch the film on Disney+Hotstar

Gauthamante Radham (2020)

Gauthaman gets excited when he finally gets his driving license and dreams of driving the first car that his family has ever owned. Starring Neeraj Madhav, the film is available on Prime Video

Janaki Jaane (2023) 

Struggling with panic disorder, Janaki is ecstatic when Unni Mukundan proposes to her. Janaki's journey of overcoming her fears when she lands in serious trouble is nothing short of inspirational. The film is available on Disney+Hotstar

Minnal Murali (2021) 

Probably, the first superhero from Malayalam cinema is Tovino Thomas as Minnal Murali. The film is an absolute winner with its well-written origin stories of the superhero and the supervillain. The film is available on Netflix

Vaashi (2022) 

Married couple Ebin and Madhu, two ambitious lawyers, face their own dilemmas outside the courtroom when they find themselves defending opposing sides in an important case that affects them deeply. Starring Tovino Thomas and Keerthy Suresh, the film is available to stream on Netflix

Nna Thaan Case Kodu (2022) 

When an ex-robber gets falsely accused of theft by an MLA, he decides to retaliate against him in court. However, on his journey to seek justice he must face numerous hurdles. The film is available to stream on Disney+Hotstar

Pookkaalam (2023)

The film stars veteran actor Vijayaraghavan playing the lead role, as a 100-year-old man and K. P. A. C. Leela as his pair. The film follows the story of the old couple seeking divorce and how it impacts their family. Watch the sweet tale on Disney+Hotstar

Jaya Jaya Jaya Jaya Hey (2022)

Upon getting married to a poultry farmer, a woman is subjected to his abusive behaviour. However, when she decides to retaliate, he finds himself in trouble. Starring Basil and Darshana, the film has an interesting approach to domestic violence and one that should be watched with family. The film is streaming on Disney+Hotstar

Jacobinte Swargarajyam (2016)

Jacob, a successful businessman, is settled in Dubai with his family. He is forced to flee to another country when he ends up with a huge debt as his friend betrays him. Starring Nivin Pauly in the lead, the family drama is available on Prime Video

Home (2021) 

Oliver Twist, a middle-aged man, tries hard to establish a meaningful connection with his sons through a smartphone. However, when that fails, he desperately looks for other ways to bond with them. The film is available on Prime Video

Charlie (2015) 

A film that will stay with you long after you have watched it. 'Charlie' is an emotion and makes for a perfect family watch or even a solo watch. Starring Dulquer Salmaan and Parvathy, the film is available on Sun NXT

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