Director Mahesh Narayanan isn’t sweating the critics. Even though his latest film, Patriot, has sparked a massive debate and polarized audiences, the filmmaker revealed that his leading man, the legendary Mohanlal, is actually thrilled with the result. While some fans loved the bold direction and others felt it missed the mark, Narayanan clarified that “Lal Sir” saw the vision from day one and was fully satisfied with how his character was brought to life. In an industry where box office numbers usually dictate a movie’s success, this duo seems more focused on the artistic risks they took together.
The buzz around the film isn’t just about the plot; it’s about the unique, grittier version of Mohanlal we haven’t seen in years. Narayanan explained that they deliberately avoided the usual “superstar” cliches to try something more grounded and experimental. Even with the internet divided, the director insists that seeing Mohanlal happy with the performance is the ultimate win for him. It’s clear that Patriot wasn’t meant to please everyone—it was meant to challenge the status quo, and for this director-actor team, the mission was definitely accomplished.
