Mammootty remains one of the most prominent actors in Indian cinema, with a career spanning more than five decades. Over the years, the Malayalam actor has moved between mainstream entertainers, crime thrillers, family dramas, experimental films and character driven stories.
His recent filmography has once again highlighted his willingness to take on roles that are different from the conventional image of a leading commercial actor. Several of these films are now available on OTT platforms, allowing audiences to explore his performances from the comfort of their homes.
Here are seven notable Mammootty films to consider watching on OTT.
Bramayugam
Rahul Sadasivan’s Bramayugam is a period horror film set in 17th century Malabar. The film was presented in black and white and created a distinctive atmosphere through its setting, cinematography and performances.
Mammootty plays Kodumon Potti, a powerful figure whose presence dominates much of the story. The film also stars Arjun Ashokan and Siddharth Bharathan.
Bramayugam became a major milestone in Mammootty’s recent career. At the 72nd National Film Awards, Mammootty shared the Best Actor in a Leading Role award with Kartik Aaryan. The film also won the Best Cinematography award for Shehnad Jalal.
Bramayugam is available to stream on SonyLIV.
Kannur Squad
Kannur Squad is a crime thriller directed by Roby Varghese Raj. Mammootty plays ASI George Martin, the leader of a police investigation team that travels across different locations while pursuing a difficult criminal case.
The film combines police investigation, road travel and action with a focus on the challenges faced by the officers during their investigation. Mammootty's character is presented as an experienced police officer leading his team through a complicated case.
Kannur Squad was released in 2023 and later became available on Disney Plus Hotstar, now known as JioHotstar.
The film is particularly notable for its investigative approach and the ensemble performance of the police team.
Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam
Lijo Jose Pellissery’s Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam is one of the more unusual films in Mammootty’s recent filmography.
Mammootty plays James, a man travelling with a group of Malayali passengers returning from Tamil Nadu. After falling asleep during the journey, James wakes up and begins behaving as though he is Sundaram, a man connected to a village in Tamil Nadu.
The film explores identity, memory, human behaviour and the boundary between reality and perception. Rather than relying on conventional commercial storytelling, the movie uses a slow and atmospheric narrative.
Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam is currently available on Netflix in India.
Unda
Khalid Rahman’s Unda is a police drama that follows a group of Kerala police officers assigned to election duty in a Maoist affected area of Chhattisgarh.
Mammootty plays Sub Inspector Mani, who leads the group as the officers face unfamiliar surroundings, limited resources and difficult working conditions.
The film combines humour, tension and social observations while showing the experiences of police personnel deployed away from their home state. Mammootty’s performance is central to the film, but the story also gives importance to the other members of the police team.
Unda is another example of Mammootty taking on a grounded character rather than relying only on the conventional hero format.
Kaathal The Core
Jeo Baby’s Kaathal The Core is a family drama that examines marriage, identity and social expectations.
Mammootty plays Mathew Devassy, a retired cooperative bank manager whose family life changes after his wife files for divorce. The film gradually explores the personal circumstances behind the decision and examines how individuals and families respond to questions of identity and social acceptance.
The film was noted for its restrained storytelling and Mammootty’s understated performance. Rather than depending on action or conventional commercial elements, Kaathal The Core focuses on relationships and the emotional consequences of major personal decisions.
The film is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video.
Turbo
Turbo is a different entry in Mammootty’s recent filmography. Directed by Vysakh, the film is an action entertainer featuring Mammootty as Turbo Jose.
The movie also features Raj B Shetty, Anjana Jayaprakash and Sunil in important roles. Unlike the quieter and more experimental films in this list, Turbo places greater emphasis on action, conflict and commercial entertainment.
Mammootty plays a character with a strong physical presence who becomes involved in a conflict with powerful opponents. The film therefore provides a contrast to performances such as those in Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam and Kaathal The Core.
Turbo is available for streaming on SonyLIV.
Kalamkaval
Kalamkaval is a psychological thriller directed by Jithin K Jose and features Mammootty and Vinayakan in prominent roles.
The film revolves around a dark investigation and gradually explores the personalities and motivations of its central characters. Mammootty takes on an intense role in a story that moves into darker territory than many conventional crime dramas.
Kalamkaval was released theatrically in December 2025 and began streaming on SonyLIV in January 2026.
The film adds another genre to Mammootty’s recent list of performances and demonstrates his continued interest in crime and psychological thrillers.
Mammootty’s Recent OTT Choices
These seven films cover a wide range of genres. Bramayugam explores period horror, Kannur Squad focuses on police investigation, Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam takes an experimental approach to identity and memory, while Unda presents a grounded police story.
Kaathal The Core is centred on family and identity, Turbo offers an action oriented commercial experience, and Kalamkaval moves into psychological crime thriller territory.
The variety of these films reflects the different kinds of roles Mammootty has chosen in recent years. His performance in Bramayugam also received major national recognition, with the actor sharing the Best Actor award at the 72nd National Film Awards.
For viewers discovering Malayalam cinema through OTT platforms, these films provide an introduction to different aspects of Mammootty’s recent work. OTT availability can change depending on language, region and licensing agreements, so viewers should check the respective streaming platform before watching.