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Dileep on 'Prince and Family' success: Many tried to bring me down, this film uplifted me

(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Malayalam actor Dileep has expressed heartfelt gratitude to audiences for the support shown towards his latest release ' Prince and Family ', which hit theatres last week. Dileep compares 'Prince and Family' to ' Ramaleela ' Speaking at the film's success celebration event held in Kochi on Tuesday, Dileep remarked that the reception reminded him of 'Ramaleela', a film that also came to his aid during a challenging phase of his life. 'Both these films came during crucial times. I will always be thankful,' said the actor. He also paid tribute to the late Sachy, the writer of Ramaleela, and acknowledged his immense contribution to the film's success. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Co-Founder of Google Brain, Andrew Ng, Recommends: "These 5 Books Will Turn Your Life Around" Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo Prince And Family - Official Trailer 'For the last eight years, I've only talked about my films' Dileep, who plays a fashion designer in 'Prince and Family', spoke candidly about the personal restraint he has had to maintain over the past several years. 'For the last eight years, I've only talked about my films. I haven't had the freedom to speak about anything beyond that,' he said, referring to ongoing legal and personal controversies. He added, 'I believe the day will come when God gives me the chance to speak my truth. Until then, I will wait patiently and stay silent.' 'Many tried to bring me down' The actor also urged viewers to extend their support to the film, pointing out how he has been repeatedly targeted in recent years. 'Many tried to bring me down, but I hope people will come to the theatres and support this film,' he said. About 'Prince and Family' 'Prince and Family', directed by debutant Binto Stephen and penned by Sharis Mohammed, follows the story of a man striving for stability who ends up marrying a social media influencer. The film received 3 3-star rating from ETimes with an official review that read, 'The film looks at some important, pertinent issues of today, namely the use and abuse of social media, particularly in light of the recent suicide by influencer Misha Agarwal. It shows how tied youngsters are to public opinion and how this has a bigger hold over them than family, community, and even basic etiquette and morals.'