55th Kerala State Film Awards 2025 Winners List
Manjummel Boys claims Best Film at the 55th Kerala State Film Awards 2025, announced on November 3rd, 2025. Mammootty wins Best Actor for Bramayugam, Shamla Hamza takes Best Actress for Female Fathima; Chidambaram is named Best Director for Manjummel Boys. This year’s awards recognize Malayalam films released in 2024, with selection overseen by jury chairperson Dr. CS Meenakshi. Drama, unexpected wins, and one film dominating the lineup.
Complete 55th Kerala State Film Awards 2025 Winners List
Major Categories
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Best Film: Manjummel Boys — Survival drama by director Chidambaram, charted box office and critical acclaim.
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Best Director: Chidambaram (Manjummel Boys)
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Best Actor (Male): Mammootty (Bramayugam) — His third win, legendary performance in psychological horror.
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Best Actor (Female): Shamla Hamza (Female Fathima)
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Best Supporting Actor: Soubin Shahir (Manjummel Boys), Sidharth Bharathan (Bramayugam)
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Best Supporting Actress: Lijomol Jose (Nadanna Sambhavam)
Technical Categories
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Best Cinematography: Shyju Khalid (Manjummel Boys)
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Best Editor: Sooraj ES (Kishkindha Kaandam)
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Best Music Composer: Sushin Shyam (‘Maravile’, ‘Bhoolokam’, Bougainvillea)
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Best Playback Singer (Male): KS Harisankar (‘Kiliye’, ARM)
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Best Playback Singer (Female): Zeba Tommy (‘Aarorum’, Am Ah)
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Best Lyricist: Vedan (‘Kuthanthram’, Manjummel Boys)
Other Notable Awards
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Best Screenplay (Original): Chidambaram (Manjummel Boys)
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Best Screenplay (Adapted): Lajo Jose, Amal Neerad (Bougainvillea)
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Best Debutant Director: Fasil Muhammed (Feminichi Fathima)
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Best Character Actor (Male): Soubin Shahir (Manjummel Boys)
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Best Character Actor (Female): Lijomol Jose (Nadanna Sambhavam)
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Best Background Music: Christo Xavier (Bramayugam)
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Best Film Book - 'Star Actresses' (Author C. Meenakshi)
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Best Visual Effects: Jithin Laal & team (ARM)
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Best Art Direction: Ajayan Challissery (Manjummel Boys)
Special/Jury Awards
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Special Jury Award (Acting): Jyothirmayi (Bougainvillea), Darshana Rajendran (Paradise), Asif Ali (Kishkindha Kaandam), Tovino Thomas (ARM)
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Special Award for Women/Transgender: Payal Kapadia (All We Imagine As Light)
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Special Jury Mention (Film): Paradise
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Best Story: Prasanna Vithanage (Paradise)
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Manjummel Boys won 7 categories including Best Film, Director, Cinematography, Sound, and Art Direction.
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Where to Watch the 55th Kerala State Film Awards Ceremony?
Ceremony Date and Venue:
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Date: November 15, 2025
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Venue: Nishagandhi Auditorium, Thiruvananthapuram
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Chief Guest: Not yet officially announced
Live Streaming Options:
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Live telecast on Kairali TV at 6:30 PM IST
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Official YouTube stream: Kerala State Film Awards channel
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Regional stream: Available via the Kairali TV app on major devices
About the 55th Kerala State Film Awards
What Makes This Year Significant:
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Eligibility period: Malayalam films released between January 1, 2024, and December 31, 2024
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34 categories spanning acting, technical, and creative fields
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Jury led by Dr. CS Meenakshi, acclaimed film critic and academic
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First time the Special Award category included recognition for transgender contributions
Historical Context:
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Kerala State Film Awards began in 1969, administered by the Department of Cultural Affairs, Government of Kerala
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Known for spotlighting diverse, bold Malayalam films—Mammootty, Mohanlal, and Fahadh Faasil among previous Best Actor winners (2014, 2018)
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The awards maintain prestige for artistic merit and technical excellence
Selection Process:
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Films are shortlisted by a jury that screens all eligible releases. Criteria include narrative strength, technical craft, and cultural impact. Decisions finalized by majority vote.
Disclaimer:
All information in this winners list is sourced from announcements and reliable news portals. Final award results, ceremony dates, and viewing details may be updated by the Kerala government. Readers should verify category winners and event information via official channels for accuracy.
