Kerala Crime Files Review – Season 2 of Kerala Crime Files isn’t just a follow-up; it’s a bold shift into darker, more intense storytelling. Directed by Ahammed Khabeer and written by Bahul Ramesh, the six-episode series feels like a Malayalam version of a famous Hollywood animal lover character in tone, gritty, stylish, and emotionally heavy.
The season begins with a serious shake-up at a local police station. All the officers are suspected of having shady connections with criminals, and so a new team is brought in. But these officers are outsiders; they don’t know the local crime scene, the people, or the history. Before they can even get started properly, they’re handed a tough case: one of their own is missing.
That missing officer is Ambili Raj, played brilliantly by Indrans. At first glance, Ambili seems like just another low-ranking cop. But as the story unfolds, it becomes clear he knows the area inside out, and he has strong ties with people who matter. While some of his connections are secretive, none of them feel dishonest; he’s someone who uses what he knows for the sake of justice.
The lead investigator, Noble (Arjun Radhakrishnan), is thrown into the deep end. As he digs into the case, the question arises: is Ambili Raj a victim, or is he hiding something? This doubt keeps the tension high and the audience guessing.
One of the most fascinating things the series explores is the moral struggle within the police force. It shows how tough it is to stay clean in a corrupt system and how even a quiet, “honest-looking” officer might use his power in controlling ways. The line between right and wrong is often blurred, and the series doesn’t shy away from asking uncomfortable questions.
Kerala Crime Files Season 2 Trailer
This is another story which involves animals symbolically playing a role in the story, not just as part of the investigation, but as silent guides through the narrative. Their presence is clever, adding both emotion and meaning to the plot.
Emotion runs deep in this season. Rather than just blaming people for crimes, the show tries to understand why they committed them. That human angle, the emotional and social reasons behind crime, gives the series a rare kind of depth.
The performances shine throughout. Indrans brings quiet power to his role, while Harisree Ashokan and newcomers like Sirajudeen Nazir and Arjun Radhakrishnan give strong, layered performances. The screenplay is tight, thoughtful, and never tries to oversimplify complex issues.
Overall, Kerala Crime Files Season 2 is more than just a crime thriller. It’s a sharp character study, a deep look at the moral greys within the system, and a solid continuation that even surpasses the first season.
Rating: 3/5
