Naslen and Mamitha Baiju starrer Premalu was released in theatres in 2024 and went on to become a massive box-office hit. While a sequel titled Premalu 2 was announced earlier, it now appears that the project has been shelved by the makers.
Is Naslen and Mamitha Baiju starrer Premalu 2 shelved?
According to a report by the online portal Kerala Box Office, Premalu 2 has been shelved by the makers. The sequel was announced during the success event of the first installment and was reportedly planned on a much larger scale than Premalu.
However, it now seems that the sequel will not move forward. While this remains unconfirmed, early speculation suggested that the final screenplay failed to impress Naslen, leading the actor to step away from the project.
Although these claims are currently based on rumours, an official confirmation from the makers is still awaited.
More about Premalu
Premalu is a Malayalam-language romantic comedy-drama that was released in 2024. The film revolves around Sachin, a youngster who is unlucky in both love and life and dreams of moving abroad to pursue higher studies in the United Kingdom. However, after failing to secure a visa and with time remaining before he can reapply, Sachin decides to stay in Hyderabad with his close friend.
As he settles into the new city, Sachin crosses paths with Reenu, an IT professional, and falls for her, attempting to win her over. Whether Reenu reciprocates his feelings or whether his efforts are in vain forms the crux of the story.
Starring Naslen and Mamitha Baiju in the lead roles, the film also features Sangeeth Prathap, Akhila Bhargavan, Shyam Mohan, Meenakshi Raveendran, Mathew Thomas, Althaf Salim, and several others in key roles.
Co-written and directed by Girish AD, the film was produced by Fahadh Faasil, Dileesh Pothan, and Syam Pushkaran under the banners of Bhavana Studios, Fahadh Faasil and Friends, and Working Class Hero.
Naslen and Mamitha Baiju’s work front
Naslen is next set to appear in the lead role in Mollywood Times, directed by Mukundan Unni Associates filmmaker Abhinav Sunder Nayak. The film is scheduled to release on May 15, 2026.
Additionally, he will feature in projects such as Asif Ali starrer Tiki Taka, Suriya’s tentatively titled cop actioner Suriya47, and Amal Neerad’s Bachelor Party D’eux.
Meanwhile, Mamitha Baiju is set to appear in upcoming films, including Jana Nayagan starring Thalapathy Vijay, Dhanush’s Kara, Suriya46, and Nivin Pauly starrer Bethlehem Kudumba Unit.
Suriya is next set to appear in the lead role in the action fantasy film Karuppu, directed by RJB (RJ Balaji). As the film has been delayed since 2025, it now appears that it is finally set to get a release date this year.
Is Suriya’s Karuppu set to release in February 2026?
According to a report by Studio Flicks, the makers of Karuppu are planning to release the film in February 2026. Reportedly, the Retro actor is keen on releasing the film soon to ensure that his upcoming projects are spaced out smoothly.
It is also being reported that the actor’s film, tentatively titled Suriya46 and directed by Venky Atluri, is likely to release in May 2026, while his cop action comedy Suriya47 is eyeing an Ayudha Pooja release.
However, as of now, the makers have not made any official confirmation regarding Karuppu’s release date.
More about Karuppu
Karuppu is said to follow the story of a lawyer who becomes possessed by a deity to fight against the injustice faced by certain sections of society. Directed by RJB (RJ Balaji), the film was initially slated for a Diwali release last year. However, due to pending post-production work, it was postponed without a confirmed release date.
Apart from Suriya, the movie also stars Trisha Krishnan, Indrans, Natty Subramaniam, Swasika, Sshivada, Anagha Maaya Ravi, Supreeth Reddy, Yogi Babu, and several others in key roles. Additionally, RJB himself will be making a cameo appearance.
Suriya’s upcoming films
Looking ahead, Suriya will follow up his slate of releases with the tentatively titled Suriya46, directed by Venky Atluri. The upcoming project is touted to be an emotionally driven drama, with Mamitha Baiju and Raveena Tandon as the female leads. As per speculation, Dulquer Salmaan is likely to make a cameo appearance in the film.
Moreover, Suriya has also begun work on his cop action comedy, tentatively titled Suriya47. Directed by Aavesham fame Jithu Madhavan, the film will feature Nazriya Nazim Fahadh as the female lead, with Naslen of Lokah fame playing a pivotal role.
While more details about the project are yet to be revealed, the film will be bankrolled by Suriya himself under the banner of Zhagaram Studios. Additionally, it will mark the Tamil debut of music composer Sushin Shyam. The actor is also said to have recently wrapped up the promo shoot for the film in Kochi.
From romantic comedies to action dramas, Tamil and Kannada cinema never fails to impress audiences. As a new weekend approaches, let’s take a look at some of the latest releases arriving on OTT platforms this week.
Dude, starring Pradeep Ranganathan and Mamitha Baiju in the lead roles, is set to arrive on OTT after wrapping up its theatrical run. The movie follows the story of Agan and his cousin Kural. Having shared a close bond since childhood, Kural proposes to Agan, but he rejects her. Years later, Agan realizes his feelings for her and approaches her father (his uncle) to seek her hand in marriage.
However, things take an unexpected turn when Kural reveals that she is in love with Paari and is pregnant with his child. Since they belong to different castes, she fears her father might harm them. To protect the couple, Agan enters into a fake marriage with Kural, planning to help them elope.
Whether the couple manages to escape in time and how it impacts everyone’s lives forms the crux of the narrative.
Telusu Kada centers on Varun, a chef who is struggling to move on from his ex-girlfriend. During this phase, he meets Anjali through a matrimonial alliance, and the two quickly fall in love and marry. Their happy life, however, is disrupted when Anjali discovers she cannot carry a baby to term.
In hopes of having a child, she consults an IVF specialist, Raaga. In a surprising twist, Raaga volunteers to be the surrogate mother, and it is revealed that she is Varun’s ex-girlfriend.
As Varun invites his ex-turned-surrogate to live with him and his wife, the film explores how their intertwined relationships unfold.
3. Jurassic World Rebirth (Tamil Dub)
Cast: Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali, Jonathan Bailey, Rupert Friend, Manuel Garcia-Rulfo, Ed Skrein
Director: Gareth Edwards
Runtime: 2 hours and 13 minutes
Genre: Sci-Fi Action
Where to watch: JioHotstar
Streaming Date: November 14, 2025
Jurassic World Rebirth serves as a standalone sequel to Jurassic World Dominion (2022) and the seventh installment in the Jurassic Park franchise. The film follows the story of de-extinct dinosaurs now living around the equator, the last viable climate zone for their survival.
A specialized team lands on a former island research facility, home to three gigantic dinosaur species, with a vital mission: extract biological samples needed for a breakthrough heart disease treatment. However, their mission is derailed when they rescue a shipwrecked family. Stranded together on the hostile island, both groups must unite and fight relentlessly to survive the prehistoric predators.
Avihitham tells the story of Prakashan, a jobless man who witnesses an illicit affair one night after drinking with his friends. Intrigued by the incident, he and his group of judgmental companions make it their mission to uncover the identities of those involved.
The flick employs this setup as a biting satire, skewering the hypocrisy and intrusive nature of small communities, while sharply critiquing the moral scrutiny unfairly imposed upon women.
Ekka follows the story of Muthu, a small-town man betrayed by his friend Ramesh, which leaves him distraught. In his quest for revenge, Muthu travels to Bengaluru in search of him.
Once in the city, he becomes entangled in its criminal underworld after saving a gangster’s life. As gang wars erupt, Muthu finds himself risking everything, including his life and the values he once held dear.
These are some of the most anticipated Tamil and Kannada releases to check out on OTT this week. Additionally, several films are hitting the big screens that are equally worth watching.
Pradeep Ranganathan starrer Dragon released in theaters on February 21, 2025, and became a massive hit. Now, it looks like the film will be remade in Hindi.
Is Pradeep Ranganathan starrer Dragon being remade in Hindi?
According to a report by Valai Pechu, Pradeep Ranganathan’s coming-of-age comedy drama Dragon is expected to be remade in Hindi, with the makers working on pre-production. However, an official confirmation has not been announced.
Earlier, Pradeep’s romantic comedy Love Today was remade in Hindi as Loveyapa. The Bollywood adaptation featured Junaid Khan and Khushi Kapoor in the lead roles.
More about Dragon
Dragon is a comedy-drama film that follows the story of D. Ragavan, aka Dragon, an engineering dropout who leads a life of facade, tricking his parents. However, his life turns upside down when his girlfriend dumps him, prompting him to chase a high-paying job.
Taking the easy route, Dragon forges his qualifications and lands a lucrative offer at an engineering firm. However, hell breaks loose when his former college principal finds out the truth and threatens to expose him.
In a chance at retribution, the principal offers him a choice: either get exposed or complete his 42 arrears in a single 6-month-long semester. Whether Ragavan manages to complete the task or loses everything becomes the central narrative of the story.
With Pradeep in the lead, the movie features Anupama Parameswaran and Kayadu Lohar, Mysskin, Gautham Vasudev Menon, KS Ravikumar, George Maryan, and many more in key roles.
Directed by Ashwath Marimuthu, the film was a massive success in theaters and was lauded by critics upon its release.
Pradeep Ranganathan’s next films
Pradeep Ranganathan will next appear in the sci-fi romantic comedy Love Insurance Kompany (LIK), directed by Vignesh Shivan. Backed by Nayanthara, SS Lalit Kumar, and LK Vishnu Kumar, the film is slated to release on October 17, 2025, coinciding with Diwali this year.
The movie, which has Krithi Shetty as the female lead, boasts an ensemble cast, including SJ Suryah, Yogi Babu, Seeman, Gouri G Kishan, Shah Ra, Mysskin, and more.
Looking ahead, Pradeep also has the romantic action comedy Dude in his lineup. The movie stars Mamitha Baiju as his co-star, with R Sarathkumar playing a pivotal character.
Interestingly, Dude is also announced for a Diwali release, though an exact date hasn’t been confirmed yet.