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Premalu

Premalu is a 2024 Indian Malayalam-language romantic comedy film directed by Girish A.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Premalu is a 2024 Indian Malayalam-language romantic comedy film directed by Girish A. D. The film stars Naslen and Mamitha Baiju and follows Sachin Santhosh, a Kerala graduate who moves to Hyderabad for a GATE course and falls in love with Reenu Roy. It was released in India on 9 February 2024 and became known for its youthful tone and romantic-comedy appeal.

Plot

The film follows Sachin Santhosh, a Kerala graduate whose plans to move to the UK change after setbacks, leading him to Hyderabad for a GATE course. There, he meets Reenu Roy, and the story develops into a romantic comedy about friendship, attraction, and uncertainty.

Cast

The principal cast includes Naslen, Mamitha Baiju, Sangeeth Prathap, Akhila Bhargavan, Shyam Mohan, Meenakshi Raveendran, Mathew Thomas, and Althaf Salim. Naslen and Mamitha Baiju play the central romantic pair.

Production and release

Premalu is a 2024 Malayalam film directed by Girish A. D. and released in India on 9 February 2024. It was produced by Bhavana Studios, Fahadh Faasil and Friends, and Working Class Hero.

Reception

Contemporary reviews described the film as a charming and enjoyable romantic comedy with strong lead performances. Reviewers highlighted its relatable story, humour, and lighthearted treatment of modern relationships.

Music

The film includes songs associated with its Hyderabad setting and youthful tone. A frequently noted song from the film is "Welcome to Hyderabad".

Key facts

Premalu is a Malayalam-language romantic comedy released in 2024.
The film was directed by Girish A. D. and produced by Bhavana Studios, Fahadh Faasil and Friends, and Working Class Hero.
Its lead cast includes Naslen as Sachin Santhosh and Mamitha Baiju as Reenu Roy.
The story centres on Sachin’s move to Hyderabad and his relationship with Reenu.
The film is set mainly in Hyderabad and uses a contemporary youth-oriented romantic-comedy style.

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Canadian context

Premalu may be of interest to Canadian viewers following contemporary Indian cinema, especially Malayalam-language romantic comedies and South Asian films available through international streaming and festival circulation.

Frequently asked questions

What is Premalu about?

Premalu follows Sachin Santhosh, a Kerala graduate who goes to Hyderabad for a GATE course and falls in love with Reenu Roy, an IT employee.

Premalu cast?

The cast includes Naslen, Mamitha Baiju, Sangeeth Prathap, Akhila Bhargavan, Shyam Mohan, Meenakshi Raveendran, Mathew Thomas, and Althaf Salim.

Premalu movie review?

Reviews described Premalu as a charming, fun romantic comedy with delightful moments, natural performances, and a relatable modern love story.

Premalu release date?

Premalu was released in India on 9 February 2024.

Premalu songs?

The film’s music includes the song "Welcome to Hyderabad," which is widely associated with the movie.

Premalu director?

Premalu was directed by Girish A. D.

References

Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Premalu
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IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt28288786/
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Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/premalu
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The Indian Express — https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/movie-review/premalu-movie-review-rating-naslen-mamitha-baiju-charming-love-story-full-of-delightful-moments-9153471/
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aha — https://www.aha.video/movie/premalu
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