The Malayalam police control room thriller helmed by Syam Sasi hit the cinemas today, November 10
Last Updated: 08.07 PM, Nov 10, 2023
Malayalam actor Shane Nigam and Sunny Wayne’s police drama Vela, helmed by Syam Sasi, which was released today (November 10), has been received positively by critics and audiences. The film, bankrolled by S George under the Cyn-Cyl Celluloid Production Company banner, also stars Aditi Balan and Sidharth Bharathan in pivotal roles.
Are you yet to watch Vela in theatres? Well, before you watch the film on the big screen, we list Shane's 5 binge-worthy Malayalam films that you can stream right now on OTT!
Kumbalangi Nights (2019)
Streaming on: Amazon Prime Video
Among the most loved Malayalam films, Kumbalangi Nights is a drama directed by Madhu C Narayanan. Written by Syam Pushkaran, the film is co-produced by Fahadh Faasil and Nazriya Nazim under their production house, Fahadh Faasil and Friends, in collaboration with Dileesh Pothan and Syam Pushkaran under the Working Class Hero banner. Set in the fishing village of Kumbalangi in Kerala's Kochi, the film revolves around the complex relationships of four brothers living in a dysfunctional home and how they eventually unite to support each other as a family. The cast includes Shane Nigam, Soubin Shahir, Fahadh Faasil, and Sreenath Bhasi, alongside newcomers Anna Ben, Grace Antony, and Mathew Thomas in pivotal roles.
Ishq (2019)
Streaming on: Amazon Prime
This Shane Nigam-starrer is a romantic thriller that is written by Ratheesh Ravi and directed by Anuraj Manohar. The film also stars Ann Sheetal, Shine Tom Chacko and Leona Lishoy in supporting roles. Produced by Mukesh R Mehta, AV Anoop, and CV Sarathi for AVA Productions, the story revolves around Sachi and Vasudha, a young couple facing mental and physical harassment by moral policing from two men during a road trip. This challenging situation tests their love, ultimately leading them to part ways.
Boothakalam (2022)
Streaming on: Sony LIV
Bhoothakaalam is a horror film written and directed by Rahul Sadasivan, featuring Shane and Revathy in lead roles. It is produced by Anwar Rasheed under the Plan T Films banner in collaboration with Shane Nigam Films. The storyline centres around a mother and son who, following the death of a family member, encounter eerie experiences that warp their perception of reality and raise doubts about their sanity.
Eeda (2018)
Streaming on: Amazon Prime
Eeda is a romantic film written, edited, and directed by B. Ajithkumar. It offers a contemporary interpretation of William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, unfolding against the backdrop of political turmoil in Kannur, north Malabar. Shane Nigam and Nimisha Sajayan take on the lead roles in the movie.
Veyil (2022)
Streaming on: Amazon Prime
Veyil is a drama film released in 2022, written and directed by Sarath Menon. Produced by Joby George for Goodwill Entertainment, the film stars Shane and Shine Tom Chacko in key roles. The story revolves around Siddhu and Karthi, who are raised by their mother, who resents her sons. Their relationship undergoes testing times when certain traumatic experiences bring them closer to each other.