Based on critical reception and box office performance, these are the standout releases of the year: Genre: Superhero / Legend

Many of these films have moved from theaters to digital platforms within months of release. Movie Title Streaming Platform Sony LIV / Aha Diés Iraé ManoramaMAX Identity Pravinkoodu Shappu Alappuzha Gymkhana Disney+ Hotstar

If you are looking for specific genres, 2025 delivered several "sleeper hits" that gained acclaim after their digital release:

Directed by Dominic Arun and starring Naslen and Kalyani Priyadarshan, this film seamlessly blends Indian folklore with superhero elements. It shattered records by surpassing ₹300 crores worldwide. Thudarum Genre: Crime Thriller / Drama

The highly anticipated sequel to Lucifer , directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran. It continues the saga of Stephen Nedumpally (Mohanlal) as the global crime lord Khureshi-Ab'raam. Sarvam Maya Genre: Supernatural Romantic Comedy