Dinesh Panicker opens up about flaws in 'Chenkol'

Producer Dinesh Panicker felt 'Chenkol' lacked the emotional energy and unique screenplay strength of 'Kireedam'.

Panicker disagreed with killing Mohanlal's character in the climax of 'Chenkol'.

Panicker noted audience disappointment with Thilakan's character arc in 'Chenkol', which seemed weaker than in 'Kireedam'.

Panicker said he did not receive a 'thank you' card in the credits of 'Chenkol' despite being a producer of 'Kireedam'.

Despite flaws, Panicker acknowledged 'Chenkol's overall success.