As the festive season winds down and the scent of sadhya still lingers, the weekend calls for stories that feel familiar, grounded, and just the right amount of gripping. Whether you’re with family or spending the long weekend solo, these titles offer a little bit of everything, courtroom drama, crime, romance, thrill.
Each one is rooted in its own place and language, whether it’s a financial scam in Thrissur, a legal battle that grips Kerala, or a psychological mystery tucked away in the hills. And all of them are now streaming on ZEE5 Global.
Here’s what to line up for the weekend.
Kammatam: A corrupt deal in Thrissur. A missing man. And a cop with only six days to untangle it all. Based on scams that rocked Kerala’s financial world, Kammattam is sharp, fast, and surprisingly atmospheric. Shot in just 11 days, this Malayalam crime thriller wastes no time, it drops you straight into the tension and keeps you guessing. Sudev Nair leads as Inspector Antonio George, and the story unfolds like a page-turner, but with the grit of lived-in Kerala. For fans of Delhi Crime or Suzhal, this one delivers.
Prince and Family: A heartwarming family comedy that taps into the chaos and colour of middle-class life in Kerala. Prince and Family follows a longtime bachelor whose world is turned upside down after an unexpected marriage. Dileep headlines this milestone 150th film with his trademark charm, supported by a strong ensemble cast. With its mix of humour, emotion, and domestic drama, the film is an easy, feel-good pick for an Onam afternoon with family.
Janaki V/S State of Kerala: A powerful courtroom drama that puts the survivor’s voice at the center. Janaki V/S State of Kerala follows the emotional and legal journey of Janaki, a woman determined to challenge the system after a traumatic incident. With Anupama Parameswaran delivering a deeply restrained performance and Suresh Gopi playing the sharp-tongued advocate David Abel Donovan, the film raises vital questions around justice, politics, and power — all while staying emotionally grounded.
Identity: Part psychological thriller, part procedural whodunit, Identity follows a gifted police sketch artist who gets caught in the hunt for a serial killer, only to discover the case cuts closer to home than he imagined. Tovino Thomas delivers an intense performance in a film packed with unpredictable turns, subtle character arcs, and emotional stakes. Stylish and sharp, this one keeps you guessing till the very end.
