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Kumbalangi Nights Director Madhu C Narayanan Resumes Filmmaking; New Project with Naslen Begins Shooting
✍️ Asianet Newsable
🗓 06 Aug 2026, 05:18 AM
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Madhu C Narayanan, the director behind the hit film Kumbalangi Nights, has returned to the set. He has begun shooting a new project featuring actor Naslen.
Madhu C Narayanan, who earned acclaim for his debut feature Kumbalangi Nights, has officially returned to filmmaking after a brief hiatus. The director has announced that production has begun on a new project, with actor Naslen attached to the lead role.
Details about the storyline and genre remain under wraps, but insiders say the shoot is progressing smoothly in various locations across Kerala. Narayanan is known for his realistic storytelling, and fans are eager to see how he translates that style into his next venture.
The production team has already begun setting up sets and rehearsing scenes, with the first day of shooting taking place earlier this week. Narayanan has expressed enthusiasm about collaborating with Naslen, citing the actor’s versatility as a key reason for the partnership.
Industry observers predict that the film could follow a similar critical and commercial trajectory as Kumbalangi Nights, potentially setting new benchmarks for Malayalam cinema. The release date is yet to be confirmed, but anticipation is already building among audiences and critics alike.
Details about the storyline and genre remain under wraps, but insiders say the shoot is progressing smoothly in various locations across Kerala. Narayanan is known for his realistic storytelling, and fans are eager to see how he translates that style into his next venture.
The production team has already begun setting up sets and rehearsing scenes, with the first day of shooting taking place earlier this week. Narayanan has expressed enthusiasm about collaborating with Naslen, citing the actor’s versatility as a key reason for the partnership.
Industry observers predict that the film could follow a similar critical and commercial trajectory as Kumbalangi Nights, potentially setting new benchmarks for Malayalam cinema. The release date is yet to be confirmed, but anticipation is already building among audiences and critics alike.