In the 2010s, a new generation of filmmakers, writers, and actors triggered a cinematic renaissance often termed the "New Generation" wave. Filmmakers like Dileesh Pothan, Lijo Jose Pellissery, Mahesh Narayanan, and Jeethu Joseph brought a hyper-realistic, technically sophisticated approach to filmmaking.
Kerala is known for its pluralistic society, where Hinduism, Islam, and Christianity coexist. This religious tapestry heavily influences cinematic narratives. In the 2010s, a new generation of filmmakers,
: Classic films in the 1980s and 1990s captured the emotional toll of migration, highlighting the loneliness of the Pravasi (expatriate) and the struggles of families left behind. In the 2010s