The 1980s and 1990s saw a new wave of Malayalam cinema, characterized by socially relevant and realistic films. Directors like A. K. Gopan, K. R. Meera, and Sibi Malayil created a stir with films like "Udyanapalakan" (1983), "Akale" (1999), and "Daddy" (1987).
Despite often working with smaller budgets than Bollywood, Mollywood is known for its high-quality cinematography, editing, and sound design, which frequently win national and international awards.
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The industry has been shaped by legendary performers and continues to evolve with a new generation of talent.