When the powerful, talented and creative men of words (script writers) and the men of action (directors) team up in the Malayalam film industry, the Malayalees  expect no less than the expectation set by these men and this surely gives birth to innovative, mind-blowing and exceptional movies that touch the heart of the viewers.

Padmarajan - Bharathan

The association of Bharathan with Padmarajan was the beginning of golden era in Malayalam cinema. Padmarajan entered the world of Malayalam films by writing the screenplay for Bharathan’s directorial debut Prayaanam (1975); he is arguably the most talented script writer to have graced Malayalam cinema. They brought a new trend which is neither Art nor commercial into the industry. They made some of the landmark motion pictures in Malayalam cinema.

Their Filmography include

• Prayanam
• Rathinirvedham
• Thakara
• Lorry
• Eenam

M. T. Vasudevan Nair- Hariharan

The most dynamic combination of script writing and direction can be found in the M. T. Vasudevan Nair- Hariharan team. Their movies mainly revolved around the cultural and relational aspects of a typical Kerala society . M. T. Vasudevan Nair is one of the most prolific and versatile writers in modern Malayalam literature .Their films are critically acclaimed as well as successful in box office. M. T. Vasudevan Nair is known for reinterpreting history, showcasing the villains of the movie as the hero and vice versa. Now M.T and Hariharan joined their hands again to create a new film Pazhassi Raja starrring Mammotty .

Their Filmography include

• Pazhassi Raja
• Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha
• Ennu Swantham Janakikkuttikku
• Aaranyakam
• Amritam Gamaya
• Nakhakshatangal
• Panchagni
• Vellam
• Evideyo Oru Shatru
• Edavazhiyile Poocha Mindapoocha.

Lohithadas-Sibi Malayil

Sibi-Lohi team are known for their rich, detailed, and realistic screenplays. While Padmarajan-Bharathan team is recognized and appreciated as the best writer-director team, right behind them is the Sibi-Lohi team. Their movies are well known for its deep and realistic characterization and are often grim depiction of contemporary Kerala life. In spite of its serious subjects, the films have been highly successful in the state. Their combination produced several hit films which showcased the common mans feelings and found its way to the list of top films in Malayalam.

Their Filmography include

• Ezhuthapurangal
• Thaniyavarthanam
• Kireedom
• Mudra
• His Highness Abhdullah
• Bharatham
• Kamaladalam
• Dhanam
• Chenkol.

Sreenivasan-Sathyan Anthikkad

The magical pair of Sreenivasan and Sathyan Anthikkad are known for their family based mainstream movies .Though the movies depict problems affecting society, it is portrayed in a commercial manner. Their films are mostly satirical in nature. Sreenivasans acrimonious and humorous lines are directed against matters as diverse as Police Brutality, Pulp magazines and unproductive Labour Unions. Excellent characterization, witty (often deadpan) dialogues and self-deprecating humour are trademarks of their movies.

Their Filmography include

• T.P. Balagopalan M.A
• Sanmanasullavarkku Samaadhaanam
• Gaandhinagar 2nd Street
• Naadodikkaattu
• Pattanapravesham
• Varvelppu
• Thalayanamanthram
• Sandhesham.

Renji Panicker - Shaji Kailas

The most firebrand combination of Malayalam film industry is none other than the power packed combination of Shaji-Renji . It was through their movies that Suresh Gopi earned the title of “The angry young man of Malayalam cinema”. Renji’s entry into filmdom was accidental. It was an interview of director Shaji Kailas done for a film magazine that caused the entry of Renji in films. Shaji Kailas, who was also a beginner, asked Renji to write a script. The result was Dr. Pashupathy, a political satire, which turned into a super hit. The film was produced without any commercially viable stars and filled theaters for months . The attraction of their film is fire-packed dialogues that turns theatres to a festive mood. They are often criticized for their cliche themes and words, however, their films outlive the critics comments since they never fall short of audience or an approving and appreciative crowd.

Their Filmography include

• Dr. Pasupathy
• Thalasthanam
• Sthalathe Pradhana Payyans
• Mafia
• Ekalavyan
• Commissioner
• The King.