The upcoming Malayalam film 'Mollywood Times', starring actor Naslen, will now arrive in theaters earlier than initially planned. On the occasion of Valentine's Day, the production team officially announced the revised release schedule and simultaneously unveiled a captivating motion poster that powerfully emphasizes the theme of self-love.
New Release Date and Motion Poster Details
'Mollywood Times' is officially scheduled to hit the big screens on May 14. The motion poster opens with a compelling voice-over narration that introduces the main character, Vineeth Madhavan, portrayed by Naslen. The narration reveals that Vineeth is an 11th-grade science student hailing from Kuttikanam, who harbors ambitious dreams of becoming an Oscar winner someday.
The voice-over concludes with the poignant message, "Self-love is the best love. Happy Valentine's day." The makers further confirmed, "Vineeth Madhavan will see you on May 14th." This promotional material has generated significant buzz among fans and cinema enthusiasts.
Director and Creative Team Insights
The film is helmed by director Abhinav Sunder Nayak, who gained widespread recognition for his critically acclaimed directorial debut 'Mukundan Unni Associates'. Speaking about 'Mollywood Times' in earlier interviews, Abhinav described it as a coming-of-age narrative that will showcase Naslen in a completely new and unprecedented avatar.
He confidently stated, "I can assure you that, if you liked my first film, you will love my second." The screenplay is crafted by writer Ramu Sunil, previously known for co-writing the Asif Ali-starrer 'Rekhachithram'. The film's storyline is set against the vibrant and dynamic backdrop of the cinema industry itself.
Production Timeline and Technical Crew
The filming for 'Mollywood Times' commenced in July 2025. On the technical front, the project boasts cinematography by Viswajith Odukkathil and an original musical score composed by Jakes Bejoy. The editing duties are jointly handled by Nidhin Raj Arol and director Abhinav Sunder Nayak himself, ensuring a cohesive visual narrative.
Naslen's Current Projects and Career Trajectory
On the professional front, Naslen was most recently seen in the film 'Lokah Chapter One: Chandra', which also starred actress Kalyani Priyadarshan. The actor has several high-profile projects lined up in his pipeline, including the big-budget action film 'Torpedo', featuring prominent stars like Fahadh Faasil, Arjun Das, and Ganapathi.
Additionally, unconfirmed industry reports suggest that Naslen might also be part of director Amal Neerad's upcoming project 'Bachelor Party D'eux', which serves as the second installment to the popular 2012 action thriller 'Bachelor Party'. These developments indicate a busy and promising schedule for the rising star.
The earlier release announcement for 'Mollywood Times' has certainly heightened anticipation, positioning it as one of the notable Malayalam film releases to watch out for in the coming months. Fans eagerly await to witness Naslen's transformative performance and Abhinav Sunder Nayak's distinctive storytelling vision on the silver screen.
