Nivin Pauly celebrated his birthday on Sunday with a new update on his upcoming Malayalam film, tentatively titled NP 51. The makers unveiled the actor’s first look from the project, offering audiences a glimpse of his appearance in the family entertainer. In the poster, Nivin is seen sporting a beard and wearing a cream T-shirt as he sits on a sofa, holding a newspaper. With a serious expression on his face and greenery visible through the window behind him, the image hints at a character whose story is yet to be revealed.
While the film continues to be referred to as NP 51, actor Jagadish had previously indicated that its official title would be Rom Com. However, the makers have not yet formally confirmed the title, leaving fans waiting for an announcement. The film is directed by Nashid Famy, who is making his directorial debut after co-writing the 2022 Malayalam comedy Jaya Jaya Jaya Jaya Hey.
Billed as a family entertainer blending humour and romance, the film brings together a cast of familiar faces and introduces a new performer to Malayalam cinema. With its first look now out, the project has offered an early glimpse into Nivin’s next theatrical outing.
Rukmini Vasanth makes her Malayalam debut
NP 51 marks the Malayalam debut of Rukmini Vasanth, who has established herself as a prominent name in Kannada cinema. The actor is best known for her performances in the Sapta Sagaradaache Ello duology and her appearance in Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1. Her entry into Malayalam cinema alongside Nivin adds another dimension to the film’s cast, although details about her character remain under wraps.
The ensemble also features Aju Varghese, who reunites with Nivin after their association in the 2025 blockbuster Sarvam Maya. The two actors have shared a successful screen partnership across several Malayalam comedies, making their collaboration an interesting aspect of the upcoming film. Jagadish, Kalaranjini and Ashokan are also part of the cast, bringing together performers from different generations of Malayalam cinema.
Nashid has co-written the screenplay with Nidhin Nagesh. The film is produced by Martin Prakkat under his namesake banner, in association with Nivin’s Pauly Jr Pictures and Siby Chavara and Renjith Nair’s Green Room Productions. Green Room Release will handle its distribution.
The technical crew includes composer Electronic Kili, cinematographer Bablu Aju and editor Kannan Mohan. Nivin had earlier indicated that the film is targeting a Vishu release in April 2027, placing it among his upcoming theatrical projects.
Nivin Pauly’s packed lineup includes Benz and Vijayam
Beyond NP 51, Nivin has several projects at different stages of production. These include Benz, featuring Raghava Lawrence and Ravi Mohan, and Dear Students, his long-delayed project alongside Nayanthara.
Another notable film in his lineup is Vijayam, which marks Nivin’s 50th film and reunites him with filmmaker Alphonse Puthren. The actor and director previously collaborated on Neram and Premam, both of which played significant roles in shaping Nivin’s career. Their reunion has consequently generated interest among fans eager to see what the combination will deliver this time.
With NP 51 bringing together a new director, a fresh on-screen pairing and a familiar supporting cast, the film is shaping up as another important addition to Nivin’s upcoming slate. More details about its title, characters and promotional campaign are expected to emerge in the coming months.
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