In recent years, a "New Generation" wave has redefined the industry's aesthetic: (PDF) Decoding Hegemonic Masculinity and Patriarchal Family
: Before film, visual storytelling thrived through Tholpavakkuthu (shadow puppetry), which used techniques like close-ups long before cameras arrived. Classical arts like Kathakali and Koodiyattom established a foundation for elaborate character development and stylized expression. In recent years, a "New Generation" wave has
: Many films focus on everyday life, middle-class struggles, and local landscapes, often using natural lighting and minimal makeup to maintain authenticity. In recent years