Kerala Crime Files (2023–present)
Created byAshiq Aimar, Ahammed Khabeer
StarringAju Varghese, Lal, Navas Vallikkunnu, Sanju Sanichen
Watch onVI movies and tv, JioHotstar
NetworkDisney+ Hotstar, JioHotstar
Best for: Fans of short, grounded Malayalam police procedurals and mystery investigations.
Where to watch Kerala Crime Files online in India
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Kerala Crime Files: new episodes and status
| Status | Returning series |
|---|---|
| Last episode aired | 20 June 2025 |
Episode dates as listed on TMDB.
Kerala Crime Files seasons and episodes
| Season | Premiered | Episodes |
|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 23 June 2023 | 6 |
| Season 2 | 20 June 2025 | 6 |
Kerala Crime Files story (no spoilers)
Kerala Crime Files is a Malayalam crime, mystery and drama series that begins with the mysterious and gruesome murder of a sex worker inside a suburban lodge called "Grand Tourist Home." The police are baffled because the only lead they have is a fake address. The show follows the investigation as officers try to untangle the case from that single dead end. The tone is grounded police procedural with a mystery that drives the plot. The series first aired on 23 June 2023 and returned for a second season on 20 June 2025, with each season running six episodes of about 27 minutes. It is created by Ashiq Aimar and Ahammed Khabeer, and directed by Ahammed Khabeer. The cast includes Aju Varghese as SI Manoj Sreedharan, Lal as CI Kuriyan Avaran, and Navas Vallikkunnu as CPO Sunil. It is in Malayalam and carries a U/A 16+ certificate in India.
Should you watch Kerala Crime Files?
Watch it for
- A tight police procedural built around a single baffling clue: a fake address at the Grand Tourist Home lodge.
- Aju Varghese and Lal lead the investigation as SI Manoj Sreedharan and CI Kuriyan Avaran across all 12 episodes.
- Directed by Ahammed Khabeer, who also co-created the series with Ashiq Aimar, keeping the crime-mystery tone consistent.
- Short 27-minute episodes make each of the six-episode seasons easy to fit into a evening.
Skip it if
- You prefer long-form crime dramas; each season is only six episodes of about 27 minutes.
- You want a case that wraps up quickly; the central mystery hinges on a fake address and a lodge murder.
- You avoid U/A 16+ content with crime and murder themes.
Kerala Crime Files cast
Aju Vargheseas SI Manoj Sreedharan12 episodes
Lalas CI Kuriyan Avaran12 episodes
Navas Vallikkunnuas CPO Sunil12 episodes
Sanju Sanichenas CPO Vinu J12 episodes
Zhinz Shanas Constable Pradeep7 episodes
Arjun Radhakrishnanas S.I. Noble6 episodes
Indransas CPO Ambili Raju6 episodes
Harisree Ashokanas Ayyappan6 episodes
Devaki Rajendranas Lathika6 episodes
Fara Shiblaas Dr. Raveena6 episodes
Noorin Shereefas Stephy6 episodes
Jeo Babyas Aashraya In-Charge6 episodesKerala Crime Files details
| Created by | Ashiq Aimar, Ahammed Khabeer |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Ahammed Khabeer |
| Written by | Bahul Ramesh, Ashiq Aimar |
| Music | Hesham Abdul Wahab |
| First episode | 23 June 2023 |
| Seasons / episodes | 2 / 12 |
| Typical episode length | 27 minutes |
| Network | Disney+ Hotstar, JioHotstar |
| Original language | Malayalam |
| Country of origin | India |
| Languages spoken | Malayalam |
| Certificate (India) | U/A 16+ |
Parental guide: is Kerala Crime Files family friendly?
This is a general guide based on the crime genre and U/A 16+ certificate; the series deals with a murder investigation. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.
Our verdict
Kerala Crime Files is a compact Malayalam crime series that uses a single fake address to drive a lodge-murder investigation. With Aju Varghese and Lal heading the cast and 27-minute episodes, it is a straightforward procedural rather than a sprawling thriller. The U/A 16+ rating and murder premise mean it is best suited to adult mystery fans.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Kerala Crime Files online in India?
Kerala Crime Files is available on Disney+ Hotstar and JioHotstar in India. It is also listed on VI movies and tv.
How many seasons and episodes does Kerala Crime Files have?
Kerala Crime Files has two seasons, each with six episodes. Season 1 premiered on 23 June 2023 and Season 2 on 20 June 2025.
Has Kerala Crime Files ended?
No, Kerala Crime Files is listed as a returning series. The most recent season premiered on 20 June 2025.
Who is in the cast of Kerala Crime Files?
The cast includes Aju Varghese as SI Manoj Sreedharan, Lal as CI Kuriyan Avaran, Navas Vallikkunnu as CPO Sunil, Sanju Sanichen as CPO Vinu J, Zhinz Shan as Constable Pradeep, Arjun Radhakrishnan as S.I. Noble, Indrans as CPO Ambili Raju, and Harisree Ashokan as Ayyappan.
What is the certificate and runtime of Kerala Crime Files?
Kerala Crime Files has a U/A 16+ certificate in India. Each episode typically runs about 27 minutes.
Page last updated 23 October 2026. Facts from TMDB; how we write these pages: editorial policy.