Similarly, Jallikattu (2019) is not just about a bull escaping; it is a visceral plunge into the festival-culture of knife-sharpening, alcohol-based bonding, and the collective madness that erupts when a rural community’s pride is threatened. The film uses no CGI; it relies purely on the chaotic kinetic energy of Malayali men—a terrifying spectacle of the culture's repressed id.

Meera’s story follows a group of young artists in a small village, much like the "new generation" movement that revitalised the industry in the 2010s. Her characters aren't superheroes with capes; they are everyday people—a toddy tapper, a teacher, and a student—whose lives are a mix of traditional rituals like and the digital chaos of the 21st century. She captures the essence of Kerala's culture: The Rituals : The vibrant masks of Kummattikali dancing through the streets during Onam. The Literacy