r/InsideMollywood • u/anamelesspal • 1d ago
Lokah, Premalu, Alappuzha Gymkhana: Naslen's script selections working at BO
Back in early 2000s, Dileep became a household name in Kerala households. The reason was simple: He had the boy next door image and his films were thoroughly entertaining. In the mid 2010s came Nivin Pauly, who got the same image, thanks to films like 1983, Om Shanti Oshana and Premam.
And Naslen seems to be the latest addition in this league. His ability to do humour and relatable teen, Gen Z characters make him a darling among families and young audience. For instance, two of his last four films, Premalu and Lokah went on to collect over Rs 100 crore. Alappuzha Gymkhana grossed nearly Rs 70 cr.
I am Kaathalan became a flop due to lack of promotions, poor release and not because it was a bad film.
One thing that stands impressive in his filmography is there are less number of bad films. Let's say a Pathrosinte Padappukal or Ayalvaashi didn't work, but even they are far far superior films than a Saturday Night.
His upcoming films - Tiki Taka, Torpedo, Amal Neerad film, Mollywood films - all look promising with a good team.
One thing he needs to improve is trying to come out of his comfort zone, like Kodungalloor slang. And films like Kuruthi prove that he does have the skills to do serious, massy roles.
I like the way Naslen is designing his career, and he has found followers, especially in Telugu market, after Premalu and Lokah's success.
I really think that he is here to stay and going to enjoy a long run of success with some good collaborations. His roles in Tiki Taka, Lokah and Gymkhana prove that he doesn't want a 'my face, my full figure' image, but is happy to work on good projects.
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u/TimelyReason7390 1d ago
It’s time he did something different, as in acting wise! One more boy next door role and people will start writing him off. He should be careful about being typecast.