Actress Rukmini Vasanth is keeping the momentum going as she officially begins shooting for her highly anticipated Malayalam debut, tentatively titled ‘NP51’. Adding yet another exciting project to her steadily growing pan-Indian filmography, the Sapta Sagaradaache Ello star will be seen sharing screen space with Malayalam superstar Nivin Pauly.
A Special First for the Actress
The actress recently took to her Instagram stories to share a glimpse of the film’s clapboard, officially announcing the commencement of the shoot in Kochi. Pairing a rising Kannada talent with an established Malayalam star, the film brings together a fresh and exciting combination of talent from across the South.
Alongside a glimpse from the sets, Rukmini posted:
“And so it begins🤍 #NP51. There’s something very special about finding yourself in a place you’ve admired from afar for so long. To now be a small part of it feels like a very special first for me. So grateful for this one🙌🏻”
The Powerhouse Team Behind NP51
Adding to the intrigue is the film’s formidable technical and creative crew.
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Director: The film is being helmed by debutant Nashid Famy, who previously co-wrote the blockbuster Malayalam comedy Jaya Jaya Jaya Jaya Hey.
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Producers: The project is a joint venture backed by acclaimed filmmaker-producer Martin Prakkat (Charlie, Nayattu) under Martin Prakkat Films, Nivin Pauly’s Pauly Jr Pictures, and Green Room Productions.
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Supporting Cast: Popular actor Aju Varghese is also set to play a significant full-length role in the film, marking a reunion with Nivin Pauly.
The coming together of these celebrated names with Rukmini Vasanth and Nivin Pauly makes NP51 one of the most exciting additions to the upcoming Malayalam slate.
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A Remarkable Career Trajectory
Having carved a strong identity for herself with stellar performances in hit films such as Sapta Sagaradaache Ello and Kantara: Chapter 1, Rukmini has rapidly evolved into one of the most sought-after young actors working across South Indian cinema.
Currently, her impressive lineup includes:
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Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups: Directed by Geetu Mohandas, where she stars alongside Yash, Nayanthara, and Kiara Advani.
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Dragon: A highly anticipated big-ticket action film directed by Prashanth Neel, starring Jr NTR.
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NP51: Her exciting foray into Mollywood.
With acclaimed performances, diverse roles, and major pan-Indian projects ahead, her latest Malayalam outing marks yet another massive step in what has quickly become a remarkable career trajectory.
