Opinion Piece
Malayalam Film Industry Malayalam cinema is a segment of Indian cinema in the Malayalam language which is widely spoken in the state of Kerala. Over the years, outstanding directors like Adoor Gopalakrishnan, G. Aravindan, M. T. Vasudevan Nair and Shaji N. Karun won acclaim for their films at various international film festivals, taking Malayalam cinema to new heights. It has been among the frontrunners at the annual national film awards for many decades now. Kerala has got a rich and cultural background and its films are also unique in various aspects. Vigathakumaran was the first Malayalam movie which was a silent film. It was produced and directed by J. C. Daniel and was released in 1928. In my opinion, Malayalam movies are known for it’s realistic direction and relatable stories. They do not add anything extra or any unnecessary elements, and show the reality as it is. Malayalam films are appreciated for it’s natural take/authentic approach and hence connect more with t...