‘Alappuzha Gymkhana’ Telugu release: Naslen's sports comedy to hit theatres on THIS date with dubbed version

Following its success in Kerala, the much-loved Malayalam sports comedy Alappuzha Gymkhana is now gearing up to entertain Telugu audiences. The Telugu-dubbed version of the Naslen starrer is officially slated to release in theatres on April 25, 2025.

Telugu release date
The announcement was confirmed by several prominent film PROs, including Vamsi Kaka, who took to social media to share the news. “After ripping up a sensation at the Kerala Box Office, Alappuzha Gymkhana is coming to the Telugu audience. #GymkhanaTelugu in cinemas on April 25th, 2025. VIBES. FIGHTS. FUN,” the post read.
To recreate Premalu’s success among the Telugu audiences?
Naslen’s previous comedy drama movie ‘Premalu’ turned out to be a superhit not only in Kerala, but also the Mamitha Baiju starrer raked in huge numbers in the Telugu market. The movie to release ‘Alappuzha Gymkhana’ Telugu version, could be to replicate the same success of ‘Premalu’ in the region.
A story of underdogs and grit
Directed by a promising team, ‘Alappuzha Gymkhana’ tells the tale of a group of young men who have failed their plus two exams. In a bid to secure college admission through the sports quota, they all pick boxing—despite having no prior experience. What follows is a wild ride as they stumble their way through the district-level competitions with sheer luck and enthusiasm, only to face tougher opponents at the next level.
An ensemble cast with punch
Naslen leads the cast with his signature energy and comic timing, supported by a talented ensemble that includes Lukman Avaran, Ganapathi S. Poduval, Sandeep Pradeep, Anagha Maya Ravi, Franco Francis, rapper Habish Rahman aka Baby Jean, and Shiva Hariharan.
Our review
We rated the film with 3.5 stars out of 5 and our review reads, “Technically, the film is a treat. The audiography, raw, immersive, and at times overwhelming, places us right in the middle of sweaty gyms and crowded streets. The stunt choreography is electric, making the boxing sequences feel visceral and alive. Songs are rooted, catchy, and carry a local flavour that adds charm without overpowering. The performances are uniformly stellar. Naslen brings a restless energy to Jojo, part clueless, part charming, all heart. Lukman as Antony Joshuva is a quiet storm, carrying his role with understated brilliance. Baby Jean’s David John is endearing, while Anagha Ravi's Natasha has quiet confidence and surprising grit."