Mollywood Roundup Part 2 - Top 10 Malayalam Movies of 2013

Mollywood 2013 Roundup Part 2 - My Top 10 Malayalam Movies

1. Drishyam

The best movie of 2013 was reserved for the penultimate week. Released 0n 19th Dec the movie is growing from strength to strength. The number of Family/Lady audience thronging theaters to watch the film is something we haven't seen in past decade or so.  With 100% positive reviews the film is also set to be the biggest hit of 2013.



2. Left Right Left

Easily the most discussed movie of 2013. One of the boldest [regarding the issues it discussed] movie ever to hit the big screen. You may love it or hate it, but you just cannot ignore it.


3. Celluloid

Biopics are rare in Indian cinema. Celluloid is a movie that narrated story of the birth of Mollywood and the sad story of its Director, the father of Malayalam cinema. A must watch for every fan/admirer/student of Malayalam cinema

4. Mumbai Police, 101 Chodyangal

 

A good emotional investigation thriller with a bold climax & a riveting performance from Prithviraj

State & National award winner finally hi the screens this year. The film was also appreciated at this years IFFI & IFFK. A must watch movie told from the POV of a child.


5. Shutter

Voted best film @ IFFK last year, the film hit the screens in 2013 to glowing reviews.

6.  Amen

 

People lapped up and made big what is said Said to be Mollywood's first 'Fantasy Rom-Com' & gave the extremely talented Lijo Jose his first hit.

7. Philips & the Monkey Pen



The film which theaters refused to screen at first, later caught on thanks to the tremendous WOM and the non-stop hard work by its producers. Easily one of the best movie for Children's made in Malayalam


7. Thira, Memories

 

A strong theme, Shobana's knock-out performance, Vineeth's direction made this a great watch.

2nd Investigative thriller for Prithviraj this year, 2nd Jeethu Joseph film to feature in the list & hit charts.

8.  Nadan 

Arguably Jayaram's best ever performance, Kamal backed Celluloid with another good film

9. Annayum Rasoolum

A Romantic drama that is more rooted to reality, a perfect directorial debut for Rajiv Ravi.A must watch for Brilliant Fahad, Beautiful Andrea and interesting songs.

10. 5 Sundarikal

  5 Directors, 5 themes, 5 short films. A good Tribute to Women-hood




Special Mentions: Tourist Home, North 24 Kaatham, Romans, Neram, Neelakasham Pachakadal Chuvanna Bhoomi, Artist, Punyalan Agarbathis



Films that held up well even after multiple viewing's got better positions in the list. These are my top 10 Malayalam movies of 2013 and may not necessarily be the best 10 of 2013. You can read My FDFS reviews of most of these movies by clicking the respective title.




Read  Mollywood 2013 Roundup Part 1 - Analysis of Malayalam Film Industry in 2013 Here

Top Selling Malayalam Movies in Home Videos [DVD, VCD, Bluray] 2013

Top Selling Malayalam Movies in Home Video's 2013

Extraordinary Sales

Memories

ABCD

Mumbai Police

Manjadikkuru

Cellulloid

Amen

Neelakasham Pachakadal Chuvanna Bhoomi

Good Sales

Pullipuliyum Aatinkuttiyum

Honey Bee

Shutter

Left Right Left

Immanuel

Tourist Home

 Romans

Neram

Above Average

Kadal Kadanonnoru Mathukutty

Ladies and Gentleman

 English

Sound Thoma

Red Wine

Pizza (Malayalam Dub)

Lucky Star

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List compiled by taking into consideration several points like most sold, most pre-ordered, most sold in one week/month, most requested etc

Kerala Box Office 2013 - Half Year Report - Top Films

Kerala Box Office 2013 - Half Year Report - Top Films

Last year, the first 6 months was Golden period for Malayalam Cinema, with many Blockbusters, Super hits, hits in 180 days. But in 2013 situation is a bit bad. Without adding Satellite rights most of the films won't even feature in the hit chart. But Since Kerala is a small market where people give equal priority to all language films, its fair to add them too. But the the films that doesn't even collect 60% of its budget can be easily termed as a flop IMO

1. Romans

Last year it was the pair of Kunchako & Biju enon who gave us our first hit & blockbuster. This time around too the situation is the same. Like Ordinary this film too started pretty slow and grew gradually to the biggest hit of the year so far. The film completed 10,000 shows and 100 days run. 

 Budget around 5.5 crore

Distributors Share 6crore+ 

Satellite Rights around 3crore 

Blockbuster

2. Sound Thoma

Eventhough panned by almost all critics the film did remarkable business thanks to the Summer Vaccation. Dileep's unique getup once again attracted kids and families into the theaters even though the film had nothing much in it. 

Budget 5cr+

Distributor Share around 4-4.5cr

 Satellite Rights around 4.5cr

Super Hit

3. Honey Bee 

The biggest surprise of the year so far. Directed by Director Lal's son Jean Paul Lal the film not only took a great opening but even during house full shows registered House Full shows, even in the 2nd and 3rd weekend. A Youth oriented film which family audience also accepted. Its still running in theaters. Made in small budget the film is already in profits just from theatricals.

Distributors share so far, around 3.5 crore
(so far)

Super Hit +

4. Amen

Another surprise hit of the year, the first hit for super talented Director Lijo Jose Pellissey, got an above average opening but with Excellent WOM it went on to become a super hit, eventhough the film was criticized for toilet humor and some crass dialogues. The location, music, camera work where the major plus points apart from acting.

Budget: 5.40 Cr
Satellite Rights : 2.90 cr
Other Revenues : 27 Lakhs
Distributors Share  : 3.5crore +

Super Hit

5. Neram / ABCD

Neram

'Pistah' song made this practically unknown movie into a hot property for distributors. But a viral song alone cannot make a film hit, Neram worked because of the treatment & execution. Thee film was mainly loved by the youth, the Pistah song helped in getting an opening too. Film was a good earner in Tamil too. Other language remake rights are sold for good numbers. Made in a small budget the film raked in profits for everyone associated

Distributors Share around 2.75-3 crore

Super Hit

ABCD

 The film is still running in theaters. The film took an outstanding opening, but fewll in the coming days due to mixed WOM. But still is expected to be a profit earner for makers.

 Budget around 5.5 crore

Distributor Share around 2.75 crore (so far)

Hit+

6. Immanuel

Mammooty's 1st genuine hit since Best Actor (2010) & Lal Jose's hat-trick hit. The feel good family entertainer, even though  very much predictable, was accepted by families. Helped by the summer vacation the film entered hit charts.

Budget : 5.30 cr
Distributor share 3.25 cr
Satellite Rights : 3.62 cr
Other revenues : 60 + lakhs

HIT

7. Mumbai Police

A serious movie with a shocking climax. A bold attempt by Roshan Andrewws was well received by Kerala Audience.

Distributor Share around : 3.15 cr

Satellite Rights : 3.30 cr

Other Revenues: around 65 lakhs
Prod cost : 5.75 cr

HIT

8. Celluloid

One of the best critically acclaimed movies of the year, surprisingly entered the profit charts too. The National & State awards also helped in the Box Office

Distributor Share around 2.5cr

Hit

9. Annayum Rasoolum /  Nee Ko Nja Cha

Nee Ko Nja Cha

This low budget New generation movie, with mostly unfamiliar faces turned out to be a surprise at the box office. 

Distributors Share around 2.25crore

Above Average

Annayum Rasoolum

Film marked the Directorial debut of noted cinematographer Rajeev Ravi. Singer/actress Andreah made her Malayalam debut via AR. The film was noted for its unique songs too. The film was appreciated by hih class audience and got above average run at the box office

Budget: 3cr+

Distributors Share: 2-2.25 crore approximate 

Above Average

10. Bharya athra Pora

From the team of 'Veruthe Alla Bharya' the film got a average opening and had an above average run @ Kerala Box Office

Distributor Share: 2.15 crore (Approx)

Above Average

Some Other Available Info

Dracula is claimed a profitable venture by many media and the makers, since no data is available leaving the film out of the list. The film did have a above average run in the state.

Kammath & Kammath : Budget 8-9cr, Distributors Share 3.5cr, Satellite Rights 4.75cr - Flop

Lokpal : Budget 5-6cr, Distributors Share 1.76cr, Satellite Rights 4cr - Flop

 RED WINE :  Budget 3.75 cr, Distributors Share 1.25cr, Satellite Rights 3.45cr - Average

3 DOTS :  Budget 4.25 cr, Distributors Share 1.75cr, Satellite Rights 3.21cr - Average

Lucky Star : Budget 3.15 cr, Distributors Share 1.65cr, Satellite Rights 2.7cr - Average

Ladies & Gentleman :  Budget 8cr, Distributors Share 3cr, Satellite Rights 4.5cr - Flop

Kili Poyi :  Budget 2.1 cr, Satellite Rights1.75 cr 

Details of Christmas 2012 Releases

Karmyodha: Budget 5cr+, Share 3.25cr Satellite rights 3.5 cr+

Bavvotiyude Naamathil  Budget 5cr+ Share 2.65cr Satellite rights 3.5cr+

I Love Me - Wash Out

None of the other language or dubbed releases in 2013 could make much impact in Kerala. Many biggies are yet to come. Hoping for a better 2nd half to 2013 @ Kerala Box Office

The figures are obtained from various sources and are approximate values, just to give an Idea about Kerala Box Office. Actuals might be slightly different from these.