It is important to note that attributing specific works to these names is difficult, as many imitators and ghostwriters use the same popular pen names.
Today, Kambi is no longer just a novel; it is a verb in certain online literary forums ("to pull a Kambi "—meaning to subvert an expectation). The author, having refused to write a sequel or adapt the work for the screen (despite lucrative offers from OTT platforms), has become a recluse. Some speculate they are working on a historical epic; others believe Kambi was a singular, perfect storm.
Kambi authors are noted for a specific narrative style that distinguishes them from mainstream Malayalam literature: