The 53rd Kerala State Film Awards were announced on Sunday, July 21, 2023. "Durbar Hall" is a grand palace in Thiruvananthapuram, where an award ceremony was held. The awards ceremony was hosted by actor Jayaram.
The film Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam was named the Best Film. The film is directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery and stars Mammootty and Vincy Aloshious. Mammootty was awarded the Best Actor award for his stellar performance in the film. Vincy Aloshious won the Best Actress award for her performance in the film.
Other top honours at the awards ceremony included:
Best Director: Mahesh Narayanan for Ariyippu
Best Supporting Actor: Kunchacko Boban for Nna Thaan Case Kodu
Best Supporting Actress: Devi Varma for Saudi Vellakka
Best Music Director: M Jayachandran for Pathonpathaam Noottaandu and Ayisha
Best Lyricist: Rafeeq Ahammed for Mayilpeeli Ilakunnu
The 53rd Kerala State Film Awards were a celebration of Malayalam cinema. The awards honoured the best films and performances of the year. The awards ceremony was a great way to celebrate the art of film, with many stars in appearance.