Malayalam cinema, popularly known as Mollywood, acts as a cultural mirror for Kerala, deeply rooted in the state’s unique social history, high literacy, and artistic traditions. Unlike many other Indian film industries, it is defined by a commitment to social realism and nuanced, character-driven storytelling. The Literary and Artistic Foundation

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