Malayalam cinema has a long tradition of social commentary and critique. Many films have tackled complex social issues, such as casteism, communalism, and corruption. For example, films like "Nishant" and "Perumazhayathirunnote" critiqued the social and economic inequalities prevalent in Kerala society. Similarly, films like "Koothu" (2003) and "Sringaravalli" (2014) have addressed issues like women's empowerment and child abuse. This tradition of social commentary has made Malayalam cinema a powerful tool for social critique and change.