Malayalam cinema continues to stand out on OTT platforms, offering audiences fresh stories, relatable characters, and compelling visuals. This week, three new Malayalam films hit the digital space, ranging from light-hearted campus tales to gritty sports dramas and psychological thrillers.
Malayalam OTT Releases This Week (June 9 to 15, 2025)
Movies | Release Date | Streaming Platform |
Padakkalam | June 10, 2025 | JioHotstar |
Alappuzha Gymkhana | June 13, 2025 | SonyLIV |
Karnika | Streaming Now | SimplySouth |
Padakkalam OTT Release
Debutant director Manu Swaraj presents Padakkalam, a film that blends absurd humour with satire in a story rooted in campus life. The film stars Suraj Venjaramoodu, Sharafudheen, and Sandeep Pradeep in lead roles.
The story revolves around a group of college students obsessed with superhero comics and fantasy. Their mundane campus life takes a wild turn with the arrival of Ranjith, a quirky new professor.
Padakkalam celebrates nerd culture with a distinctly Malayalam flavour, delivering eccentric characters and chaotic energy. The film premieres on JioHotstar from June 10, 2025.
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Alappuzha Gymkhana OTT Release
Khalid Rahman’s Alappuzha Gymkhana will make its digital debut this week on SonyLIV. The film, which received positive reviews and performed well at the box office, dives into the world of grassroots sports in Kerala.
Combining emotional storytelling with realistic portrayals, Alappuzha Gymkhana focuses on local athletes and their struggles and triumphs. It’s a grounded, inspiring drama with characters that feel authentic and performances that resonate.
Set to stream from June 13, 2025, the film is ideal for those who enjoy stories rooted in real-world emotion and community dynamics.
Karnika OTT Release
After its theatrical release on August 23, 2024, Karnika returns to the spotlight via its OTT debut on Simply South. The film began streaming from June 6, 2025, and is available to audiences worldwide.
While Karnika didn’t make a splash at the box office, it quietly built a niche following for its psychological depth and eerie tone. A suspense drama with layered storytelling, the film draws viewers into a mysterious world where nothing is as it seems.
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