In the 1970s and 1980s, Malayalam cinema split into two distinct yet mutually influential streams: commercial superstars and parallel (art-house) pioneers. The Auteurs of Realism
The history of Malayalam cinema dates back to the 1920s, when the first film, Balan , was released in 1938. However, it was not until the 1950s and 1960s that Malayalam cinema started gaining popularity with films like Nirmala (1963) and Chemmeen (1965). These films showcased the lives of common people, tackling social issues like poverty, inequality, and superstition. In the 1970s and 1980s, Malayalam cinema split
The first silent film, directed by J.C. Daniel, confronted immediate societal issues by casting a lower-caste woman, challenging rigid caste hierarchies. These films showcased the lives of common people,
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