For action-packed tracks from movies like Lucifer or Bheeshma Parvam , the 5.1 mix allows the heavy percussion and bass to vibrate through the subwoofer without drowning out the intricate electronic synth layers.
Use software like VLC or specialized hardware players that support AC3/DTS pass-through.
When you listen to a Malayalam track mixed in 5.1, you aren't just listening to a song; you are standing in the middle of the orchestra. Why Malayalam Songs Sound "Better" in 5.1