Malayalam cinema has transitioned through several distinct eras, each reflecting the changing socio-political landscape of Kerala. Origins (1920s–1950s): J.C. Daniel produced the first silent film, Vigathakumaran

Written by Syam Pushkaran, the film dismantled traditional concepts of the patriarchal family unit, toxic masculinity, and mental health stigma, setting a new benchmark for progressive cultural discourse.

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