Kerala’s population is highly literate and politically active, a trait that directly spills over into its movie culture.

The impact of globalization on Malayalam cinema has been significant, with the industry increasingly engaging with global themes, narratives, and markets. The success of films like Take Off (2017) and Sudani from Nigeria (2018) abroad has demonstrated the global appeal of Malayalam cinema, while the increasing popularity of streaming platforms has opened up new avenues for Mollywood films to reach a wider audience.

: Malayalam cinema has a long history of championing communal harmony. Characters of different faiths share deep bonds of friendship, reflecting the state's historical secular ethos.