7 Malayalam slow-burn thrillers to watch like Kishkinda Kaandam

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Kishkinda Kaandam   

Dinjith Ayyathan’s Kishkinda Kaandam released on September 12. With a smart screenplay and a stunning performance by Asif Ali, the film is an interesting slow-burn thriller. Check out other such films:

Aarkkariyam (Prime Video) 

Set against the backdrop of Covid-19 and lockdown, this mystery thriller revolves around a married couple Shirley and Roy as secrets of the past are unravelled.  

Iratta (Netflix)  

A gripping crime thriller that stars Joju George in dual roles. The plot follows a dead cop and the investigation by his estranged twin brother with different suspects and motives. 

Yavanika (Hotstar)  

This riveting whodunit, starring Mammootty, revolves around a missing tabla player, Ayyappan. Things take a dark turn when the investigator finds out disturbing truths.  

Antakshari (Sony LIV) 

This Malayalam thriller is packed with suspense and unexpected plot twists. The story revolves around Inspector Das who unravels secrets of the past when his daughter is targeted.  

Thankam (Prime Video)  

Featuring Biju Menon, Vineeth Sreenivasan and Aparna Balamurali, this crime thriller revolves around two gold agents Muthu and Kannan as their business journey becomes a turning point. 

Kuttavum Shikshayum (Netflix)  

Starring Asif Ali, this intriguing thriller revolves around a jewelry heist investigation and the police squad’s intense hunt for robbers across the nation.

Joji (Prime Video)  

This crime drama features Fahadh Faasil in the titular role as an engineering dropout who lives with his two brothers and a dominating father and aspires to become rich.