Loved ‘Rekhachithram’? Here are some investigative drama movies that you will love

As Asif Ali’s investigative drama movie ‘Rekhachithram’ is getting terrific reviews from the audiences and is raking in good numbers at the box office, let’s take a look at some of the investigative drama movies in Malayalam that you may love.

‘Crime File’

Suresh Gopi was surely the topper in the 90s in delivering intriguing investigative drama movies and K Madhu’s directorial ‘Crime File’ which hit the big screens in the year 1999, surely takes the first place. This investigative drama movie revolves around the murder of a nun in a convent well. The story was inspired by a real crime and during its release the movie fell into several controversies. With a well-packed script and stunning performances, ‘Crime File’ is surely a must-watch investigative drama.


‘Kooman’
Asif Ali’s comeback film ‘Kooman: The Night Rider’ is one of the rare films that was released exactly at a point when a real-life crime event happened in Kerala which had similarities to the movie. ‘Kooman’ revolved around the issue of human sacrifice and during its release Kerala was already going through the issue of Elanthoor human sacrifice case. Jeethu Joseph perfectly mixed drama with a suspense-packed narrative that ends with a good climax.


‘Yavanika’


Mammootty’s classic film ‘Yavanika’ is surely a pick in the watchlist of any movie buff. Directed by KG George, Mammootty’s sub-inspector character Jacob Eraly is set to solve the mystery behind the disappearance of an infamous tabla player.


‘Vettah’
Rajesh Pillai’s directorial ‘Vettah’ is surely one of the most underrated investigative drama movies in Mollywood. The film features the actors Manju Warrier, Kunchacko Boban, and Indrajith Sukumaran in the lead. Although the film has some flaws, the director perfectly manages to engage the audiences with an effective story telling that will keep you on the edge of the seats till the very end.