Malayalam OTT Releases This Week, October 6 to 11, 2025

Three intriguing Malayalam films will appear on OTT this second week of October, each with a different storytelling format. Ranging from emotive, musical narratives to strange comedies and modern stories about relationships, the entertainment slate for the week of October 6 to 11, 2025, has something for multiple feelings. This week once again displays the breadth of Malayalam cinema in balancing artistic substance with entertainment. Here are some of the latest Malayalam OTT releases you definitely cannot miss out – 

Mehfil – SunNXT (October 10)

Mehfil immerses audiences in the true story behind one of the most beloved characters in Malayalam cinema. Director Jayaraj has formed this sincere and intimate musical drama around Mullassery Rajagopal, the real person who inspired Mohanlal’s legendary Mangalassery Neelakandan in the films Devasuram and Ravanaprabhu.

The film centres on a single mehfil night in Raju’s life, showing how this charismatic man becomes the emotional anchor for everyone around him. Rather than focusing on power or conflict, Jayaraj examines the human side – relationships, music, and the way Raju masks his own struggles to uplift others. Mukesh steps into the title role, supported by Asha Sharath as his wife, creating an authentic portrayal of this legendary Kozhikode figure.

In addition to its original commitment to musical storytelling, eight original compositions by Deepankuran and Kaithapram drive the narrative, with performances by some of India’s most noted artists, including Ramesh Narayan, G Venugopal, and Vaikom Vijayalakshmi.

Produced by Dr Manoj Govindan under the banner of Wide Screen Media Productions, Mehfil commits to reveal the man behind the legend – a person who found strength in providing joy to others, even while living through pain. This is not just biographical storytelling, but a storytelling of a celebration of music, family, and resilience.

Once Upon A Time There Was A Kallan – ManoramaMAX (October 8)

Once Upon A Time There Was A Kallan tells an unlikely duo made up of Sreenath Bhasi in his first leading role and Sreelakshmi Sreekumar in her film debut. The story centres on Neelankavil Joseph Kurien, an old man with plenty of wealth, but a miser living alone in the village of Thookillangadi after the death of his wife.

Joseph’s world revolves around cheap savings for his two children settled in the Gulf of the richly saving. Every six months, he dutifully sends his collected savings to their safety with a devotion that demonstrates what he believes is fatherhood, and while he may have penny-pinching tendencies, his servant, Vineetha, depends on her income from his household to live.

The story takes an interesting turn when thief Hari breaks into Joseph’s house with a discernible plan. After several events, he ends up trapped inside. Joseph finds himself in the conflicting situation of being robbed or befriended, and this is a situation that Joseph chooses, and the two men form a companionship that ends up providing the old man with a friendship to fill the voids of his loneliness.

Working for the viewer is Fazil Mohammed’s direction; the rest of the story unfolds as more humour and hand-to-hand interactions are shared between the two completely different men, allowing warmth to develop from a situation that began with conflict.

PWD (Proposal Wedding Divorce) – SainaPlay (October 9)

PWD (Proposal Wedding Divorce) tackles modern relationship anxieties through a wedding journey gone sideways. Writer-director Joe Joseph creates a “conversational debate drama” that starts as a rom-com but quickly becomes something deeper when bride Eileen Xavier Pynkarath drops an unexpected bombshell just before her marriage gets legalised.

Set against the scenic backdrop of Pynkarath Estate in Coonoor, Tamil Nadu, this mini-feature follows what should have been a smooth wedding trip from Pala to Ooty. Instead, Eileen’s unusual demand transforms the entire celebration into an intense discussion about marriage itself. Her request specifically challenges traditional Indian marriage certificate norms, pushing both the groom and wedding party into uncomfortable territory.

Joe Joseph, who co-stars with Neetha George and Clair Sara Martin, shapes the film around real conversations that couples often have but rarely express. The film does not rely on overbearing, dramatic confrontations or overly imaginative dynamics, but, in part, finds a place of ‘tension’ in the space between what is expected or traditionally held in marriage and what the participants want from their partners.

The focus stays tight on Eileen’s cold feet, her fiancé’s reactions, and the ripple effects of questioning something everyone assumes is straightforward. For viewers dealing with their own relationship questions or marriage pressures, this SainaPlay release offers validation that it’s okay to pause and ask hard questions, even at the altar.

A Quick Recap

What Makes This Week Special

• Malayalam cinema’s genre diversity, with each release offering a unique tone and focus
• Mehfil brings a real-life historical figure to life through a musical narrative
• Once Upon A Time There Was A Kallan mines comedy from an unexpected friendship between a thief and a victim
• PWD (Proposal Wedding Divorce) tackles modern marriage norms and honest conversation
• The rise of regional OTT platforms like SunNXT, ManoramaMAX, SainaPlay, showcases content that might not land on larger services
• These platforms now play a vital role in Malayalam cinema’s digital ecosystem, giving filmmakers new avenues beyond theatrical releases

Conclusion

The final section of the Malayalam OTT Docket for October 6-11 presents viewers with a range of artistic storytelling approaches. Readers may enjoy musical nostalgia, a comforting comedy experience, or storylines with a focus on modern relationship dynamics, and the releases from this week offer substantive cinematic experiences regardless of material preferences. Mehfil is for those who seek an artistic experience. Once upon a time, there was a Kallan is the release for easy viewing. PWD is for viewers who appreciate modern narrative storytelling regarding relationships. So what are you planning to watch this weekend?

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