Myth In Select Malayalam Movies: An Analysis of Anandabhadram, Njan Gandharvan and Vaishali

Abstract

The Malayalam movie industry, known for its creative experimentations and realistic innovations, has been churning out gems of artwork with themes and ideas of all stripes for decades. Nevertheless, the Industry is less spoken about in a global scenario and lacks critical acclaim in world journals. This paper intends to decipher the concept and treatment of myth in Malayalam movies, through a comprehensive analysis of mythical symbols, images, and other elements illustrated in select movies, thereby elevating its stature by disseminating it to a larger audience. Archetypal criticism of myth is carried out through the semiotic analysis of three selected Malayalam movies, namely, Ananthabhadram, Njan Gandharvan and Vaishali.