KOCHI: It is true that Mammootty did not celebrate winning the sixth state award for the best actor. Following the announcement of the awards, the actor also did not respond to the media. The award was announced during the shooting of 'Bazooka' movie at CIAL Golf Club in Nedumbassery. Although his colleagues applauded and congratulated Mammootty, he avoided celebrations. After finishing the filming, he went to his house in Elamkulam. Though the media asked for a response, Mammootty wasn't ready. He also didn't respond on his social media page. But Mammootty thanked Mohanlal under his social media post.

"Calling for a loud round of applause for all the winners of the Kerala State Film Awards 2023!
Special love & congrats to Mammootty - my Ichakka, Mahesh Narayan, Kunchacko Boban and Vincy Aloshious!
Keep rocking!", wrote Mohanlal on Facebook.

To this Mammootty commented, "Thank you dear Lal for the wishes".

Nanpakal Nerath Mayakkam is a film produced by Mammootty himself. Many including director Lijo Jose Pellissery visited Mammootty at home and congratulated him.