‘Jack and Daniel’ is Dileep’s new movie, which is all set to release on November 14. The movie also stars Tamil actor Arjun Sarja in a pivotal role. Dileep had termed the movie as a mind-game apart from the action-genre. During an interview with Behindwoods Ice as part of the Jack and Daniel promotion, Dileep spoke about his relationship with Mammootty and Mohanlal.
For Dileep, Mammootty is his big brother. “He is my bada bhai… I can go to him and tell my sorrows like an elder brother,” Dileep said. The actor popularly known as Janapriyanayakan shared his memories during the shooting of the movie ‘Sainyam’ in which Mammootty acted as the main lead. According to Dileep, Mammootty was kind enough to speak and share lighter moments with young actors.
Speaking about Mohanlal, Dileep said,” I can’t forget Lalettan (Mohanlal) , if I forget him, I will have to forget cinema itself.” As an assistant director, Dileep held the clap board for the first time in Mohanlal movie ‘Vishnulokam’ (1991), directed by Kamal. Dileep also shared his experiences with actors like Nadirshah, Harishree Ashokan during the conversation.
Dileep’s other release this year is ‘My Santa’, which is expected to release during Christmas. He is also busy with other movies like ‘Professor Dinkan’, ‘On Air Eapen’ etc.