True crime tales inspiring Mollywood thrillers

Malayalam cinema is seeing a surge in true crime-inspired thrillers, captivating audiences with their chilling connection to real-life events. Films like 'Narivetta,' based on the Muthanga incident, and 'Kooman,' released amidst the Elanthoor human sacrifice case, demonstrate this trend. While some films, like 'Thudarum,' are fictional but draw inspiration from actual incidents to enhance authenticity, creating a powerful impact.

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