Game of Thrones Star Jerome Flynn Joins Mohanlal’s L2: Empuraan – Fans Call It “Insane Casting”!
The latest character reveal from L2: Empuraan has taken social media by storm! British actor Jerome Flynn, best known for his role as the witty and battle-hardened Bronn in Game of Thrones, has been introduced as Boris Oliver in the highly anticipated Mohanlal-starrer, directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran.
Flynn, a seasoned actor with a career spanning decades, gained widespread fame for his portrayal of Bronn in HBO’s Game of Thrones, where he played the sharp-tongued sellsword who rose through the ranks with his cunning and combat skills. His performance made him a fan favorite in the globally acclaimed fantasy series. Beyond GoT, Flynn also appeared in John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum as Berrada, a high-ranking member of the High Table’s Moroccan division. His versatility extends to British television, where he starred in Ripper Street and Soldier Soldier, earning recognition for his range as an actor.
While the shoot for L2: Empuraan wrapped up months ago and fans are eagerly counting down to its release, which is just a month away, the newly released promo featuring Flynn has reignited excitement.
Jerome Flynn on L2: Empuraan and His Character
In the video, Flynn describes L2: Empuraan as a “thrilling, intense project,” unlike anything he has worked on before. Though he didn’t travel to India for filming, he found the energy on set reminiscent of the country, calling it a “beautifully orchestrated chaos, much like a Delhi roundabout.”
Talking about his role as Boris Oliver, Flynn revealed that his character is “a man with his own strong convictions, who finds himself entangled in Khureshi-Ab’raam’s world in unexpected ways.” While the specifics of Boris’ role remain under wraps, his words suggest that the character plays a pivotal role in the film’s narrative. Flynn also spoke about his admiration for the passion and dedication of the Empuraan team, calling it “one of the most committed and intense filmmaking experiences” he has been part of.
Fans React to the ‘Massive’ Casting
Flynn’s inclusion in L2: Empuraan has sparked a wave of excitement among both Game of Thrones fans and Malayalam cinema lovers. Social media is flooded with reactions:
🔹 “I honestly cannot believe Prithvi managed to rope him in!! Insane!! He was one of the most memorable characters in GoT.”
🔹 “This must be the biggest cast in Indian cinema history!”
🔹 “വെറും National ആണെന്ന് കരുതിയോ.. International!” (A Pushpa 2 reference, celebrating the global scale of the film.)
🔹 “Can’t believe Ser Bronn from GoT is in Empuraan! Proud of Malayalam cinema and Prithviraj!”
🔹 “From Westeros to John Wick to Empuraan—Jerome Flynn is everywhere!”
With L2: Empuraan set for a grand theatrical release on March 27, 2025, excitement is at an all-time high. Produced by Aashirvad Cinemas in association with Lyca Productions, the film promises to delve deeper into Mohanlal’s Stephen Nedumpally aka Khureshi-Ab’raam’s journey, with a stellar cast adding to the intrigue.
