Premalu is a 2024 Telugu-language romantic comedy directed by Girish A.D. The film follows Sachin, a carefree graduate, who encounters Reenu, a spirited IT professional, in Hyderabad. As their friendship deepens, unspoken feelings, career ambitions, and life choices challenge their bond.
Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Girish A. D. |
| Written by | Girish A. D., Kiran Josey |
| Produced by | Fahadh Faasil, Dileesh Pothan, Syam Pushkaran |
| Starring | Naslen K. Gafoor, Mamitha Baiju |
| Cinematography | Ajmal Sabu |
| Edited by | Akash Joseph Varghese |
| Music by | Vishnu Vijay, M. M. Keeravani (1 song, uncredited) |
| Production Companies | Bhavana Studios, Faasil and Friends, Working Class Hero |
| Distributed by | Bhavana Release |
| Release Date | 9 February 2024 |
| Running Time | Beeg Andi |
| Country | India |
| Language | Malayalam |
| Budget | ₹3 crore |
| Box Office | est. ₹136.25 crore |
Plot Summary
Premalu is a youthful romantic comedy that follows Sachin (Naslen K. Gafoor), a carefree and aimless young graduate from Kerala who moves to Hyderabad with dreams of making it big. Despite his lack of clear ambitions, he enjoys existence with his high-quality friend, discovering humor in everyday situations.
His lifestyles takes an unexpected flip when he meets Reenu (Mamitha Baiju), an unbiased and career-focused IT professional. Unlike Sachin and Reenu has a clear imaginative and prescient for her future and she isn’t effortlessly swayed by means of romance. However as they spend time together, Sachin falls deeply in love with her.
The film fantastically captures Sachin’s awkward yet heartfelt attempts to provoke Reenu, leading to a collection of humorous and relatable moments. But as their bond grows, challenges arise—Reenu is hesitant about love, prioritizing her career over emotions, while Sachin struggles to show himself as any person deserving of her affection.
The story takes audiences thru a fun-filled emotional ride, exploring themes of love, self-discovery, friendship, and private growth. Will Sachin win Reenu’s heart? Or will their different existence desires preserve them apart?
With a combine of humor, romance, and attractive performances, Premalu is a clean and interesting movie that resonates with today’s youth. 🎬❤️
Cast
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| Naslen K. Gafoor | Sachin Santhosh |
| Mamitha Baiju | Reenu Roy, Sachin’s love interest |
| Sangeeth Prathap | Amal Davis, Sachin’s friend |
| Akhila Bhargavan | Karthika, Reenu’s friend |
| Shyam Mohan | Aadhi, Reenu’s officemate |
| Meenakshi Raveendran | Niharika a.k.a. “Wanderlust”, Karthika’s roommate |
| Althaf Salim | Shobhi Sir, Tutor of Sachin in GATE Coaching Centre |
| Shameer Khan | Subin |
| George Wincent | Vaisakh Murali |
| Ranjith Narayan Kurup | Thomas’ manager |
| K.S. Prasad | Sachin’s father |
| Priya Sreejith | Sachin’s mother |
| Gopu Kesav | Reenu’s father |
| Rahul P. P. | Vikas |
| Sanju K Thomas | Sanju |
| Dileep Mohan | Jain |
| Syam Pushkaran | Pambavaasan, Aadhi’s Aid (cameo appearance) |
| Mathew Thomas | Thomas, Amal’s cousin (special appearance) |
Reviews
Critical Reception:
- Greatandhra.com described the film as “cliched but entertaining,” noting that while the storyline feels familiar, the movie is made in a lighter vein with humorous moments. They commented, “It’s a passable entertainer but can’t be eulogized for its content.
- 123telugu.com praised the film’s direction, stating that it “carries a jolly, breezy, and heartwarming vibe throughout its runtime,” and highlighted the effective use of situational humor.
- Gulte.com commended the movie as a “superb, fun, and youthful entertainer,” mentioning that it leaves the audience wanting more by the end.
