November 3, 2025 The 55th edition of the Kerala State Film Awards concluded with a spectacular celebration of Malayalam cinema, as Manjummel Boys emerged as the big winner of the night and veteran actor Mammootty claimed his record seventh Best Actor award.
The awards, announced by the Kerala Minister for Culture and Youth Affairs, were judged by a seven-member jury chaired by actor-director Prakash Raj. Manjummel Boys, a survival drama, won the Best Film award and dominated the technical and creative categories, including Best Director for Chidambaram S. Poduval, Best Original Screenplay, Best Cinematography, Best Production Design, Best Sound Design, Sound Mixing, and Best Lyricist.
Mammootty’s acclaimed performance in Bramayugam earned him the Best Actor award, setting a new record as the most awarded actor in this category. The veteran actor praised his team while highlighting the uniqueness of his role in the film.
Other major winners included:
- Best Actress: Shamla Hamza (Feminichi Fathima)
- Best Character Artist (Male): Soubin Shahir (Manjummel Boys), Sidharth Bharathan (Bramayugam)
- Best Character Artist (Female): Lijomol Jose (Nadanna Sambhavam)
This year’s awards saw entries from 128 films, with 26 making it to the final shortlist. The sweep by Manjummel Boys reflects a trend in Malayalam cinema, emphasizing strong storytelling combined with high production values. Mammootty’s landmark win reaffirms the significance of veteran actors continuing to deliver powerful performances alongside emerging talent.
The Kerala State Film Awards 2025 not only recognized cinematic excellence but also highlighted the growing diversity and technical finesse in Malayalam filmmaking.
Complete list of 55th Kerala State Film Awards 2025 winners
Final words
The 55th Kerala State Film Awards 2025 was a night that celebrated excellence, talents and creativity in Malayalam Cinema. Manjummel Boys dominated the award event, Proving by a strong storyline combined with technical brilliance captures both audience and critical acclaim. Mammootty’s record-breaking seventh Best Actor win reaffirmed his unmatched versatility and enduring presence in the industry.
This year’s awards highlight the vibrant diversity of Malayalam cinema honoring veterans, debutants, technical experts, and fresh voices alike. From compelling narratives to exceptional performances and innovative technical craft, the awards showcased that Malayalam cinema continues to evolve while staying true to its artistic roots.
