Did you like Kannur Squad? 5 Malayalam police dramas to stream on OTT

Mammootty-starrer Kannur Squad is a police procedural that is successfully running across Kerala

Mammootty starrer Kannur Squad continues to dominate the box office and has already collected over Rs 500 crore. Director Robbie Varghese Raj balanced realism with commercial elements, making the film appealing to all kinds of viewers. Recent Malayalam films have moved away from previous trends of portraying police as superheroes or corrupt cops, and are portraying them in a more realistic style.

Let’s take a closer look at some of the police procedurals in Malayalam movies.

Operation Java – ZEE5

Operation Java is a film inspired by real-life incidents reported to Cyber ​​Crime Investigation Bureaus across India. The film follows detectives Antony and Dasan as they struggle to make a living doing odd jobs while dreaming of better days. Director Tarun Moorthy’s debut film offers an extraordinary cinematic experience with excellent background music that captures the essence of cyber police operations in Kerala. The film presents technology-related aspects in a believable way, which is a refreshing change from other films that portray technology inaccurately. It feels authentic and based in reality, making it a must-see for anyone interested in the genre.

Also read: ‘Operation Java’ filmmaker Tarun Moorthy teams up with stunt choreographer Talmala.Here’s what we know

Kuttavum Shikshayum – Netflix

A jewelery store in Kasargod was robbed and investigation is underway. Inspector Sajjan Philip (Asif Ali), who was suffering from depression after accidentally shooting a protester, leads the investigation. A group from North India’s Danaganj was found to have carried out the robbery. Sajan and his team head to Danaganj to arrest those responsible. The cops in this movie rely solely on hard work to solve cases, no gimmicks, no high-tech gadgets, no slow-motion walking, no grand dialogue.

Also read: Kuttavum Shikshayum movie review: Rajeev Ravi’s signature style brings Asif Ali’s police procedural to life

Thank You – Amazon Prime Video

The story of Sankam revolves around Muthu and Kannan, two gold traders who are desperate to earn more money to improve their mediocre lifestyle. They venture to Mumbai for a gold deal, but Kannan goes missing afterwards. The police struggle to locate Kannan and uncover the truth behind his disappearance. Girish Kulkarni’s performance as a police officer in a murder investigation was extraordinary. He played the role of a skilled detective who exhibits fearless behavior even in unfamiliar and difficult situations. The interrogation scenes in this film are a must-see and unprecedented in Malayalam cinema.

Also Read: Thankam Review: Shyam Pushkaran takes this crime drama to the next level by deftly pacing it and soaking up the performances

Anda – Amazon Prime Video

Unda, directed by Khalid Rahman and starring Mammootty, follows a group of police officers sent on an election mission to Maoist-influenced areas of Chhattisgarh. Unlike typical movie cops, these officers fear for their lives and feel nervous in unfamiliar territory. The film also explores themes of casteism and ego among peers. Mammootty shines in this realistic police drama which also stars Shine Tom Chacko, Arjun Ashokan and Lukman Avalan.

Action Hero Visual – Disney+ Hotstar

Nivin Pauly-starrer Action Hero Biju is the first Malayalam film to depict the procedures and workings of a police station realistically, rather than relying solely on violent and abusive depictions. The film accurately depicts the constant sound of a radio, creating a real-life police station experience. The story unfolds through the investigation of various cases. The film, directed by Abrid Shine, manages to be a thrilling experience while still portraying the investigation process realistically.

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