Mohanlal on why he agreed to do 'Patriot', Says 'It felt like a different experience'
etimes.in / May 11, 2026, 09:11 (IST)
Following 'Patriot's' mixed reception, Mohanlal defended his role, emphasizing his initial story impression and the unpredictable nature of cinema. He highlighted that commercial success is hard to gauge, citing 'Drishyam's' unexpected triumph. Mohanlal also expressed confidence in 'Drishyam 3,' prioritizing character honesty over financial projections. Director Mahesh narayanan defended Fahadh Faasil's performance, attributing any perceived flaws to his own direction.