Prince And Family, Dileep’s latest movie, opens in cinemas today, May 9, 2025. The Malayalam family drama is making noise online already, with social media site X (formerly Twitter) abuzz with early reactions and positive reviews from cinemagoers.
What Is Prince And Family About?
The narrative is centered on Prince Chakkalakkal, who is the oldest son of a traditional Christian rural central Travancore Kerala family. Though being the most eligible bachelor in his village, Prince is yet to find the suitable life partner. He grew up in a simple house, and his life captures the cultural idiosyncrasies, parental pressures, and emotional complexities of small-town life in Kerala.
Netizens Welcome Prince And Family on X
The movie appears to have resonated with viewers, particularly for its emotional depth and sense of humor. Here’s what netizens are saying:
“A perfect emotional-family entertainer is here, guys! #PrinceAndFamily was so good with its technical side and with the soul of the script too… Fresh content with good humour and emotional connect. Director Binto Stephen has done a wonderful job. Go for it!”
— @MalayaliCinemaFan
“Prince and Family is a laugh-out-loud and heartwarming comedy-drama, with a plot that still holds up today and a phenomenal directorial debut by Binto Stephen. The actress’s enthralling performance and Sanal Dev’s energetic score make it a delightful family watch!”
— @MovieBuffSouth
“Dileep is outstanding in his return! Emotional, humorous, and well-written. Definitely one of the best Malayalam movies of the year.”
— @KeralaFilmTalks
The overall mood on X suggests a strong word-of-mouth drive for the film’s success in the days to come.
About the Film
Prince And Family is a heartwarming blend of humor, family drama, and emotional storytelling directed by Binto Stephen and written by Sharis Mohammed.
Cast:
- Dileep as Prince Chakkalakkal
- Dhyan Sreenivasan
- Aswin Jose
- Bindu Panicker
- Meenakshi
- Siddique
- Urvashi
- Manju Pillai
The film is directed by Listin Stephen and Naveen P Thomas, and it is Dileep’s long-awaited return to Malayalam cinema. His last outing was in Thankamani (2024), and he’s already booked for his next project, Bhayam, Bhakthi, Bahumanam.
Final Verdict
If you’re looking for a feel-good family entertainer with a mix of heartfelt moments, relatable characters, and a splash of Kerala culture, Prince And Family is worth a trip to the theaters. Early reviews suggest this one’s a crowd-pleaser with the potential to become a sleeper hit.
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