In recent years, Malayalam cinema has gained international recognition, with films like Take Off (2017), Sudani from Nigeria (2018), and Angamaly Diaries (2017) receiving critical acclaim and commercial success. The industry has also seen a new generation of filmmakers emerge, including directors like Lijo Jose Pellissery, Sanu John Varghese, and Midhun Manuel Thomas, who are pushing the boundaries of storytelling and experimenting with new themes.