Naslen K. Gafoor, also known as Naslen, is a standout among young actors. Born in 1999 in Kodungallur, Thrissur district, Kerala, he will be 25 in 2025. From an early age, he showed interest in cinema and drama, which in turn shaped him to become the versatile performer he is today.
Height and Physical Appearance
Naslen is about 169cm tall. He has a slim build and a winning smile that gives him a next-door boy appeal, which in turn has helped him connect with his audience, especially in young and funny roles. Also, it is his animated eyes and natural acting which has made him a relatable figure in today’s Malayalam cinema.
Family and Personal Life
Naslen is from a middle-class family in Kerala. Although he has had what related to his parents and siblings kept private for the most part, at times he has talked of the support he got from them to pursue a film career. At present, he is single and has not made any of his relationships public. Though in the public eye, he does what he can to keep his personal life out of it and is known for his humble nature.
Education
In his hometown, he completed through school and high school. At first, he enrolled in a B.Tech program, which he entered at his father’s wish, but soon what was to be was made known to him. It was in the film industry that he found his true love, and he dedicated himself fully to it.
Acting Career
Naslen had immediate success with his sharp wit and energetic screen presence in the film Thanneer Mathan Dinangal, which critics and audiences noted. Before that, he appeared in a small role in Mammootty’s Madhura Raja as a junior artist just for the experience of it.
He broke into the industry with performances in Kuruthi (2021), which saw him play Rasool, and Home (2021), which had him in the role of Charles Oliver Twist, which got him the Best Comedian at SIIMA and Best Supporting Actor in Kerala’s film awards.
Later on, he extended his run of success with young talent, which included Super Sharanya (2022), Jo and Jo (2022) and the adult comedy 18+. Also note that he can transition very well between dramatic and funny roles.
Breakthrough and Recent Work
In 2024, he had Premalu, which was a romantic comedy that went which became the highest-grossing film in Malayalam cinema to date. That year also saw his portrayal of Sachin Santhosh, which brought him to the fore at the national level and which in turn, secured his place as one of the leading young stars of the Malayalam film industry.
In 2025, it will see the release of Alappuzha Gymkhana, in which he stars as Jojo Johnson. Fans’ eyes are on this film, which we are told will deliver yet another great performance from the actor.
Quick Facts
Full Name: Nasreen K. Gafoor.
Date of Birth: June 11, 2000.
Age (2025): 25 years of age.
Height: 168 cm (5 feet 6 inches).
Birthplace: Kodumangalam, Thrissur, Kerala.
Marital Status: Single.
Debut Film: Thenner Mathan Dinagal (2019).
Notable Works: Kurutti, Home, Super Sharanya, Jo and Jo, Premalu.
Upcoming Project: In 2025, Alappuzha Gymkhana will be which is that to which we are referring.
Conclusion
Naslen K. Gafoor’s rise from a small town in Kerala to that of a most promising young star in Malayalam cinema is a story that is truly inspiring. With his talent, which is natural, and his dedication, he is also seeing great growth in his fan base.
