But things went horribly wrong for Dileep with the year-end flick, Ezhu Sundara Rathrikal, directed by Lal Jose.
The film was panned both by critics and viewers. This has also reportedly affected his “satellite market”.
Dileep hopes to recoup his fortunes with director Rafi’s Ring Master.
He plays a dog trainer in the film. The aim is to attract kids and families, who are the hero’s main admirers.
Honey Rose and Keerthi Suresh play Dileep’s heroines in Ring Master.
Ring Master is produced by Vyshakha Films. Shaji is the cinematographer and the music director is Gopi Sundar.
The film will hit the screens on April 11.
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