Malayalam cinema, also known as Mollywood, is a thriving film industry based in Kerala, India. With a rich cultural heritage, Kerala has been the hub of a vibrant film industry that has been entertaining audiences for over a century. Malayalam cinema has not only reflected the state's culture but has also played a significant role in shaping it. This report aims to explore the relationship between Malayalam cinema and Kerala culture, highlighting the ways in which they influence and reflect each other.

This period was marked by films that addressed societal anxieties, feudal breakdowns, and the "masculine-dominant discourses" of the time. The Modern "New Wave" and Global Identity

The seeds of cinema in Kerala were sown long before the first cameras arrived. Traditional art forms like (temple shadow puppetry) familiarized local audiences with the concept of projected images accompanied by music and storytelling.