: Landmarks like Neelakuyil (1954) were instrumental in addressing casteism and untouchability at a national level.

: The early 2010s saw a resurgence of grounded, narrative-driven storytelling that deconstructed traditional "superstar" tropes.

, are celebrated for capturing the state’s spirit of communal harmony and collective resilience during crises.

And the answer will always be hidden in the next frame.