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7 Malayalam movies with the most devastating endings

From haunting revelations to gut-wrenching finales, these 7 Malayalam films leave a lasting impact with their emotionally devastating endings. Brace yourself for stories that refuse closure and linger long after the credits roll. These aren't just films, they're heartbreaks in motion.

7 Malayalam movies with the most devastating endings (Credits: Instagram)
7 Malayalam movies with the most devastating endings (Credits: Instagram)
| Updated on: Jul 02, 2025 | 06:37 PM

New Delhi: Picture this: you’re scrolling through your streaming apps, looking for something to watch, and suddenly you’re just in the mood to get your heart ripped out. Not in a creepy horror way. More like, I-need-a-good-cry-and-some-popcorn kind of way. Malayalam cinema? Oh, it absolutely delivers on that front. Seriously, Mollywood’s been on fire lately, pumping out stories that’ll punch you right in the feels—no filter, no mercy.

Forget the usual mushy romance or over-the-top action flicks. If you want pain (the cinematic kind), these movies serve it up on a silver platter. I’m talking about endings so brutal, you’ll be staring at the credits like, “Wait, that’s it? That’s how we’re leaving things?”

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Here’s my hit list for Malayalam movies with endings that’ll totally mess with your emotions. Stock up on tissues, folks.

1. Vandanam (1989)

Streaming on: Jio Hotstar

Plot: This one starts all breezy, a cop falling for the daughter of the guy he’s chasing. You think it’s a rom-com? Joke’s on you. By the end, you’re questioning the meaning of love, fate, and probably your life choices. Mohanlal’s in it, so you know you’re in for a ride.

2. Ayalum Njanum Thammil (2012)

Streaming on: YouTube

Plot: Classic “strict mentor, wild student” setup and then BAM, life hits. Just when the lead figures out what really matters, the universe decides to dropkick him. It’s emotional whiplash, but in the best way.

3. Mayanadhi (2017)

Streaming on: Prime Video, Jio Cinema

Plot: Two ex-lovers trying to restart, just hoping for a fresh chapter. Spoiler: life doesn’t give them one. The ending? Straight-up gut punch. Tovino Thomas and Aishwarya Lekshmi kill it.

4. Nayattu (2021)

Streaming on: Netflix

Plot: Three cops caught in a political mess, on the run, hunted by their own people. The system’s stacked against them, hope’s a joke, and the conclusion? Absolutely bleak. But man, it’s gripping.

5. Annayum Rasoolum (2013)

Streaming on: Jio Hotstar

Plot: Star-crossed lovers in Kochi: one’s a Muslim taxi driver, the other’s a Christian girl. They dream big, but reality’s got other plans. That ending will haunt you, not even exaggerating.

6. Kammatti Paadam (2016)

Streaming on: Jio Hotstar

Plot: Ever get nostalgic and regret it instantly? That’s this movie. A guy’s journey back through his violent past, old friendships, and broken dreams. It’s heavy stuff, don’t go in expecting a happy reunion.

7. Minnaram (1994)

Streaming on: Jio Hotstar

Plot: An ex shows up with a kid, claiming it’s yours, already wild, right? Just when the main guy starts to get his act together, life throws him a curveball, so sad, you’ll want to call your mom after.

So yeah, if you’re up for a weekend of heartbreak, these Malayalam movies will deliver. Just don’t blame me if you end up ugly-crying into your pillow.

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