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一 | Fahadh Faasil is widely regarded as one of the most talented and versatile actors in the Malayalam film industry. Even people who don’t follow Malayalam cinema closely are likely familiar with his name. From comedies to intense psychological dramas and eccentric characters, the actor brings a natural ease and authenticity to his roles. Here are ten Fahadh Faasil films that are a must-watch.
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Kumbalangi NightsSuper DeluxeJojiBangalore DaysAaveshamC U SoonNorth 24 Kaatham22 Female KottayamMalikTranceKumbalangi Nights
Kumbalangi Nights is a 2019 Malayalam film directed by Madhu C Narayanan. It stars Fahadh Faasil, Soubin Shahir, Shane Nigam, Sreenath Bhasi, and Anna Ben, among others. The story follows four brothers, Franky, Bonny, Bobby and Saji, living in the fishing village of Kumbalangi. It explored their relationships that are strained by jealousy, misunderstandings, and past grievances. The film was a commercial success and is considered to be one of the best Malayalam films of the decade. Faasil was praised heavily for his character, and he also developed a cult following. You can watch it on Amazon Prime Video.
Super Deluxe
Super Deluxe (2019) is directed by Thiagarajan Kumararaja, featuring an ensemble cast of Vijay Sethupathi, Fahadh Faasil, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Mysskin, and Ramya Krishnan. The film weaves together multiple interconnected stories set in Chennai, exploring dark humour, fate, and the unpredictability of life. In the film, Fahadh plays Mugil, an aspiring actor, who is devastated after discovering his wife's affair but helps her hide her ex-boyfriend's dead body. You can watch it on Netflix.
Joji
Dileesh Pothan's Joji is a contemporary adaptation of William Shakespeare's Macbeth, set against the backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic. The crime drama stars Fahadh Faasil as Joji, the youngest son of a wealthy family living on a rubber plantation in Kerala. Joji is financially dependent on his father, who is physically abusive towards him. After his father is paralysed following an accident, Joji finds the perfect opportunity to spread his wings. However, when his father is nursed back to health, Joji decides to do the unimaginable. As the story unfolds, Joji's descent into moral ambiguity and the consequences of his choices are explored, reflecting the themes of power and guilt central to Macbeth. The film also stars Baburaj, Shammi Thilakan, Basil Joseph and Unnimaya Prasad, among others. You can watch it on Amazon Prime Video.
Bangalore Days
Bangalore Days is a coming-of-age romantic comedy-drama film written and directed by Anjali Menon. It stars Pauly, Dulquer Salmaan, Fahadh Faasil, Nazriya Nazim, Parvathy Thiruvothu and Isha Talwar, among others. The narrative follows three cousins from Kerala who move to Bangalore to pursue their dreams. Fahadh portrays Das, a reserved and introspective man who works as a software engineer in Bangalore. He is married to Kunju (Nazriya Nazim), and their relationship forms a significant subplot in the film. You can watch it on Amazon Prime Video.
Aavesham
Three men from Kerala, Aju Bibi and Shanthan, enrol at an engineering college in Bengaluru but are bullied badly by a gang of seniors. That's when they turn to local gangster Ranga, played by Fahadh Faasil, for help, but the latter gets emotionally attached to them, leading to a series of chaotic events. As the three boys dive deeper into Ranga’s world, events spiral beyond their control. Their academic lives are affected, and it takes a toll on their personal relationships as well. Faasil portrayed the eccentric gangster and brought unmatched energy to his performance. His swagger, unpredictable mood swings, and bursts of humour elevated the film. Aavesham is directed by Jithu Madhavan and also stars Hipzster, Mithun Jai Sankar, Roshan Shanavas, Sajin Gopu and Midhutty. Watch the film on JioHotstar.
C U Soon
C U Soon (2022), directed by Mahesh Narayanan, is India's first Screenlife film. It was shot on an iPhone and was received well by the audience upon its release. The film stars Fahadh Faasil, Roshan Mathew, and Darshana Rajendran. It unfolds through video calls, texts, emails, and CCTV footage, creating a tense atmosphere. Mathew plays Jimmy, a young man in Dubai who meets a woman named Anu online. Their romance takes a dark turn when Anu suddenly disappears after sending a disturbing video message. Faasil plays Kevin, Jimmy's cousin, a cybersecurity expert who plays a key role in uncovering the truth. With a performance confined to screens, the actor managed to project authority and intensity. Watch the film on Amazon Prime Video.
North 24 Kaatham
Fahad's Faasil's characters are never just ordinary people; they mirror human complexities. Just like his previous films, North 24 Kaatham shows him in a completely different light. He plays Harikrishnan, a geeky software architect who struggles with obsessive–compulsive disorder and self-righteousness. During a trip to Thiruvananthapuram, an unexpected hartal forces Hari to travel with two strangers, a social worker and a retired schoolteacher. What begins as an inconvenience slowly becomes a life-changing journey for Hari, as the people he meets challenge his rigid worldview. Watch it on JioHotstar.
22 Female Kottayam
Aashiq Abu's 22 Female Kottayam features Fahadh Faasil in one of his most complex and unsettling roles. The actor plays Cyril, a travel agency worker whose charm hides deep manipulation. The narrative follows Tessa, a young nursing student in Bengaluru who plans to travel to Canada for her career. She meets Cyril and is drawn to his confidence and warmth. But her world comes crashing down when she becomes a victim of sexual assault and later discovers that Cyril was complicit in it. Fahadh delivers a chilling performance as Cyril and embodies the cruelty of a man who represents betrayal in its most personal form. The film also stars Rima Kallingal, Pratap K Pothen and Resmi Sateesh, among others.
Malik
Malik, an intense political crime drama that follows Sulaiman Malik (Fahadh Faasil), his political ambitions and how he rises to power through the criminal underworld. The film begins with his arrest just before he plans to leave for Hajj, and through flashbacks, delves into his transformation into a powerful leader in the coastal village of Ramadapally. His portrayal of Sulaiman is considered one of his career bests. The Mahesh Narayanan directorial also stars Nimisha Sajayan, Vinay Forrt, Joju George and Dileesh Pothan among others.
Trance
Trance follows Viju Prasad (Fahadh), a motivational speaker from Kanyakumari, who lives with his mentally unstable younger brother, Kunjan. However, after Kunjan's suicide, Viju relocates to Mumbai, where he is recruited by a corporate duo, Solomon Davis and Issac Thomas, to pose as a Christian pastor performing fake miracles. Under the alias Pastor Joshua Carlton, Viju's persona becomes a global sensation. However, at the height of his fame, he is invited for a TV interview where he is coerced into performing a miracle. But this leads to unforeseen consequences that change the course of his life. Trance stars an ensemble cast including Fahadh Faasil, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Dileesh Pothan, Nazriya Nazim, Chemban Vinod Jose, Soubin Shahir, Sreenath Bhasi, Vinayakan and Arjun Ashokan. Watch the Anwar Rasheed directorial on Amazon Prime Video.Also Read: “Always a Treat to Watch Fahadh Faasil” - SS Rajamouli’s Son Karthikeya。 After days of speculative chatter swirling through film circles, writer-filmmaker Rathna Kumar has stepped in to confirm what fans had already begun piecing together. His next directorial venture is officially in motion, and it arrives with an unexpected but powerful producer pairing: Karthik Subbaraj’s Stone Bench banner and Lokesh Kanagaraj’s G Squad will jointly back the project, signalling a collaboration that has instantly commanded attention across the Industry.Rathna Kumar, who earned a reputation for sharp and emotionally textured filmmaking through Meyaadha Maan and Aadai, took to social media to share the first poster earlier today. The image credits Kaarthikeyan S of Stone Bench and Lokesh as producers, while also confirming composer Sean Roldan as part of the core team. The makers have revealed that the film’s title and first look will be dropped on December 10 at 1:29 pm, a detail that has already sparked excited speculation among fans.The poster itself presents an intriguing visual narrative. A group of youngsters is seen trying to push a bus forward, their effort an almost metaphorical tug against the inertia of everyday life. At the centre of the frame, however, stand two lovers, touching foreheads and seemingly oblivious to everything around them. The contrast between communal struggle and private connection gives the image a striking emotional duality.Stone Bench captioned the poster with the line, "It might look like a breakdown... but it's actually the beginning," followed by a love emoticon. The text evokes the calm that sometimes emerges from chaos, or the breakthroughs that are often disguised as setbacks. It also aligns with the contemporary markers visible on the poster, including the words "Tinder, Bumble, Oyo," suggesting a story rooted in modern dating culture and urban emotional rhythms.
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A Return to Direction at a Formative Career Moment
For Rathna Kumar, this film marks a return to direction after Gulu Gulu in 2022. Though away from the director’s chair for a brief period, he remained visible within Tamil cinema through his dialogue contributions to Master and Vikram, two key films in Lokesh Kanagaraj’s expanding creative universe. This new project, backed by Lokesh himself alongside Karthik Subbaraj, reflects the trust and camaraderie that has evolved within this circle of filmmakers.Thematically, the poster points toward a Chennai-based drama that examines how relationships unfold in a generation shaped by immediacy, exhaustion, and the desire to feel deeply in spite of it all. Rathna Kumar’s earlier films displayed an instinct for capturing the insecurities and contradictions of young people. This new narrative appears to draw from the same well, but with a tone that might be more grounded, more intimate, and more reflective of current emotional landscapes.
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A Collaboration That Suggests Ambition
The partnership between Stone Bench and G Squad carries its own quiet significance. Both banners have nurtured projects that experiment with tone and form while appealing to mainstream audiences. Their involvement here hints at a film that is neither strictly commercial nor strictly indie but something that seeks to find resonance across both spaces.Adding to the conversation is the fact that only a few days ago, Rathna Kumar publicly praised Angammal, a film presented by Stone Bench. The timing now feels serendipitous, revealing how mutual admiration often precedes collaboration within Tamil cinema’s creative networks.As audiences await the title and first look reveal, the early signs point to a project that blends youthful unpredictability with emotional immediacy. If the poster is any indication, Rathna Kumar’s comeback has both stylistic identity and thematic intent on its side.Also Read: The Shooting For Karthi’s Sardar 2 Has Wrapped Up。
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