It’s my responsibility to thank the audience: Mammootty on Rekhachithram's success

Actor Mammootty recently joined the team of 'Rekhachithram' to celebrate the film’s success, creating moments that perfectly blended nostalgia and camaraderie. While the movie, starring Asif Ali, has been a talking point since its release, one unexpected phrase—‘Mammootty Chettan’—has caught everyone’s attention. And, of course, Mammootty had a story to share about it.

“This film only required me to say two words, but it’s layered with stories—stories within stories,” he began. “When I started my career, back in the days of Nana magazine, I used to give the address of Woodland Hotel. That was when fan mail became a thing. After shoots, I’d return to my room to find sacks full of letters. Sreenivasan, who was always around in those days, would read them to me during our downtime.

One of the letters started with ‘Dear Mammootty Chettan.’ That little anecdote found its way into ‘Mutharamkunnu P.O.’ thanks to Sreenivasan. But ‘Rekhachithram’ is something else. Here, the story brings back a fan from that era—a connection to those handwritten letters of the past. That’s what drew me to this project. It felt meaningful in a way I couldn’t ignore.

And, as always, I owe it to the audience. They’ve turned this film into a success. It’s my privilege to thank them for their unwavering support. I hope this movie continues to reach new heights,” Mammootty shared.
The celebration wasn’t just about speeches. Asif Ali brought his own flair to the evening, recalling a moment during ‘Rorschach.’ “Mammukka gave me a Rolex then,” he said with a grin. “Now everyone’s asking what I’m giving him back.” Mammootty’s playful response? A kiss on the cheek.
True to his word, Asif leaned in with a smile and sealed the moment, bringing laughter all around.