
Basil Joseph
Acting
Biography
Basil Joseph is an Indian film director and actor known for his work in Malayalam cinema. Basil started his film career as an assistant director to Vineeth Sreenivasan on Thira (2013). He broke out as a director with Kunjiramayanam (2015), Godha (2017) and the superhero film Minnal Murali (2021), before evolving into a sought after character lead known for blending gentle humour with grounded, everyday characters with acclaimed performances in Joji (2021), Jan-e-Man (2021), Jaya Jaya Jaya Jaya Hey (2022), Falimy (2023), Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil (2024), Sookshmadarshini (2024) and Ponman (2025).
Known For

Four friends deemed 'losers' face immense pressure from parents and society upon entering adulthood. Their emotional tale sees them embark on a journey of self-discovery and acceptance, where love ultimately triumphs over judgment.
Vaazha

Energetic student Samkutty revives a banned college festival, igniting a fierce rivalry that transforms celebration into chaos.
Athiradi

In a time of civil disobedience in the erstwhile Madras state, a ruthless intelligent officer turns up with a duty to track down rebels. Chezhian and his brother Chinndurai are of different personalities, one a hardworking fireman, the other a rebel. A deadly game of cat and mouse ensues as Chezhian is forced to abandon his peaceful ways to protect his people and takes on the mighty forces, culminating in a fierce battle for justice.
Parasakthi

A washed-up wrestler's life changes when he brings a passionate female wrestler from Punjab to his conservative Kerala village, sparking a comedic yet inspiring revolution in the local wrestling pits.
Godha

Sandeep, a middle-aged bachelor who recently got a heart transplant, travels to Pune to attend the engagement of his heart-donor’s daughter, Haritha. Her engagement gets broken and Sandeep injures his back on the same day, forcing him to stay back in Pune for a few weeks, in his heart-donor’s house – who was an adventurous Colonel.
Hridayapoorvam

A real life account of the deadly Nipah virus outbreak in Kerala, and the courageous fight put on by several individuals which helped to contain the epidemic.
Virus

CUP - Love All Play follows the journey of Nidhin Babu, a teenager from Vellaramkunnu, Idukki, who dreams of becoming a badminton champion.
Cup

A tailor gains special powers after being struck by lightning but must take down an unexpected foe if he is to become the superhero his hometown in Kerala needs.
Minnal Murali

When a woman and her dog face public hostility, a village's hidden tensions erupt. A stark examination of mob mentality, social judgment, and how communities can turn cruel when seeking to punish perceived wrongs.
Pennum Porattum

Vinu, who is still grieving over his breakup from five years ago, develops a strong relationship with Anandan, his prospective brother-in-law, but his attempts to resolve Anandan's problems have some unexpected consequences.
Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil

Explores Different Shades Of Human Desire Through Jessie, Ilyas, Samuel, And Bhaskaran - Each Chasing Passion, Longing, Or Curiosity In Their Own Way, Revealing How Desires Shape Life And Lead To Self-Realisation.
Madhuram Jeevamruthabindu

Kunjiraman returns from the Gulf intending to settle down in matrimony. But his plans are thwarted by his cousin Laalu and a curse that has gripped the village.
Kunjiramayanam

Manuel returns with his mother to their former home in a middle-class neighbourhood. Suspicious of his intentions, Priyadarshini and her friends begin gathering clues, convinced he may be hiding something sinister.
Sookshmadarshini

Set in the Northern Kerala in 1900, 1950 and 1990, Three generations of heroes Maniyan, Kunjikelu and Ajayan, try to protect the most important treasure of the Land.
A.R.M - Ajayante Randam Moshanam

On a rainy night, a toddy shop owner is found hanging after 11 people stayed inside playing cards in the closed shop. SI Santhosh investigates, uncovering secrets to find the killer.
Pravinkoodu Shappu

An unlikely group of people become trapped on a bus with a man they do not realise is the serial killer terrorising their community.
Maranamass

During a dysfunctional family's chaotic pilgrimage to a spiritual shrine, their elderly patriarch goes missing.
Falimy

Ajesh,a jewellery agent lends 25 sovereigns of gold to Bruno for his sister Steffi's wedding, only to recover just half. When he demands the rest, he’s drawn into a tense comeback battle with Steffi's husband Mariano, an infamous prawn farmer in coastal Kollam.
Ponman

Set in the 1970s and '80s, a man of many talents and an aspiring filmmaker come together in their shared ambition of making it big in the magical world of cinema. As they struggle with a burning desire to prove themselves, can their friendship survive the test of time?
Varshangalkku Shesham

Advocate Mukundan Unni wants to be successful and leaves no stone unturned to achieve growth, prosperity, and respect. But this steadfast nature aided with an ample dose of greed comes with a cost.