Yet another addition to the list of mystery thrillers in Malayalam original series, this one is sure to stand out with its backdrop of myth, folklore, and horror. Muttassi, directed by debutant Nandulal M. S. , is a folk horror series, one of the less-explored genres on Malayalam OTT, that deals with the life of a grandmother, the Muttassi, and the mystery surrounding her.Muttassi kickstarts with the life of Leela, played by Akhila Bhargavan, who comes to a cursed village after marrying Rajan (played by Amith Chakkalakkal). Though she is full of doubts about the haunted, scary mansion, Leela tries to build a family with Rajan. Then enters the central character, Muttassi, played by KPAC Leela, a former witch who is believed to be the curse of the village. With her frightening appearance and mysterious habits, Muttassi leaves behind many mysteries. The story takes a twist when Leela gets pregnant and Sreekuttan, whom Muttassi sees as her successor, is born. What happens in the lives of this family as they learn about the mysterious backstory of Muttassi and her potential future plans forms the crux of the story.
