Premalu (2024)
Premalu is a Malayalam romantic comedy written and directed by Girish A.D., set largely in Hyderabad and released in February 2024. Sachin Santhosh (Naslen K. Gafoor), a graduate from Kerala, hopes to study in the UK, but his visa is rejected for lack of funds. He moves to Hyderabad with his friend Amal Davis (Sangeeth Prathap) to take a GATE coaching course, and there he meets Reenu Roy (Mamitha Baiju). Akhila Bhargavan plays Karthika, Shyam Mohan plays Aadhi and Althaf Salim plays Shobhi Sir, with Mathew Thomas also in the cast. Fahadh Faasil, Dileesh Pothan and Syam Pushkaran produce under Working Class Hero, Bhavana Studios and Fahadh Faasil and Friends; it was Bhavana Studios' fifth production, made under the working title Production No. 5. Vishnu Vijay composed the music. Filming took place in Hyderabad, Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi and Pollachi. The film won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Film with Popular Appeal and Aesthetic Value for 2024.
- Release date
- 9 Feb 2024
- Directed by
- Girish A. D.
- Starring
- Naslen, Mamitha Baiju, Sangeeth Prathap, Akhila Bhargavan
- Music
- Vishnu Vijay
- Produced by
- Fahadh Faasil, Dileesh Pothan and Syam Pushkaran
- Language
- Malayalam
- Genre
- Romance, Comedy
- Runtime
- 2h 36m
- Certificate
- U
- Streaming on
- JioHotstar, aha
- Also known as
- പ്രേമലു
Premalu Cast
Naslenas Sachin Santhosh
Mamitha Baijuas Reenu Roy
Sangeeth Prathapas Amal Davis
Akhila Bhargavanas Karthika- Shyam Mohanas Aadhi
- Althaf Salimas Shobhi Sir
Crew
- Director
- Girish A. D.
- Writer
- Girish A. D.
- Producer
- Fahadh Faasil, Dileesh Pothan, Syam Pushkaran
- Music
- Vishnu Vijay
Release dates & where to watch
- Theatrical release
- 9 Feb 2024
- AP / Telangana · Telugu
- 8 Mar 2024 · Telugu dub
- Streaming on JioHotstar
- 12 Apr 2024
- Streaming on aha
- Date TBA
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Premalu: frequently asked questions
When was Premalu released?
Premalu was released in theatres on 9 February 2024.
Who directed Premalu?
Premalu is directed by Girish A. D..
Who is in the cast of Premalu?
Premalu stars Naslen, Mamitha Baiju, Sangeeth Prathap, Akhila Bhargavan, Shyam Mohan and Althaf Salim, among others.
Who composed the music for Premalu?
The music of Premalu is composed by Vishnu Vijay.
Where can I watch Premalu online?
Premalu is streaming on JioHotstar and aha from 12 April 2024.
Where was Premalu shot?
Premalu was filmed in Hyderabad, Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi and Pollachi.
What is the runtime of Premalu?
Premalu runs for 2 hours 36 minutes.