Prince and Family twitter review: Dileep starrer comedy-drama receives mixed reactions, netizens say, "good humour numbers and emotional connection"

The film has garnered mixed reviews as it also marks Dileep's return to the screen.

The Malayalam film Prince and Family, starring Dileep, has made its theatrical debut and is already creating a stir online. Most of the Viewers have taken to social media to applaud the film, praising its blend of comedy and heartfelt family drama. Meanwhile others felt that the first half of it was average.

Marking the directorial debut of Binto Stephen, the film boasts a strong ensemble cast including Dhyan Sreenivasan, Siddique, Meenakshi, Mahima Nambiar, and Arjun Ashokan, adding to the buzz surrounding its release.

A user of X wrote about how he liked Dileep's acting in the film which was boosted by Binto's excellent direction in his debut film. "Just watched #PrinceAndFamily. A heartwarming mix of humour, emotions, and strong social relevance — all wrapped in a beautifully family-oriented story! #Dileep Ettan shines in both comedy and emotional scenes, supported by a solid cast. Binto Stephen makes a strong direction debut, and Sanal Dev’s music brings soul to every moments throughout in the movie. Emotionally powerful & deeply touching — a perfect watch for families."

Just watched #PrinceAndFamily A heartwarming mix of humour, emotions, and strong social relevance all wrapped in a beautifully family-oriented story!#Dileep Ettan shines in both comedy and emotional scenes, supported by a solid castBinto Stephen makes a strong pic.twitter.com/njuR0rLjnE
Sivadath V H (@SivadathH68311) May 9, 2025

While another netizen wrote, "A perfect emotional- family entertainer is here guys #PrinceAndFamily was so good with it’s technical side and with the scripts soul too… a fresh content with good humour numbers and emotional connection. Director Binto Stephen done a good job undoubtedly. Go for it."

A perfect emotional- family entertainer is here guys #PrinceAndFamily was so good with its technical side and with the scripts soul too a fresh content with good humour numbers and emotional connection Director Binto Stephen done a good job undoubtedly Go for it pic.twitter.com/CQXL6ZNeFL Abhi (@Abhiew_) May 9, 2025

A user also appreciated the cast's comic timing as well as the right amount of emotions portrayed in the film. "#PrinceAndFamily Movie with an ace screenplay and direction. Discussing social media influence's. Binto Stephen (D)has carried the sub perfectly. slight comedies in HF and give more importance to emotion's in SH.Over the top movie share's a relevant msg. Completely Satisfied One," the post read."

#PrinceAndFamilyMovie with an ace screenplay and direction. Discussing social media influence's.Binto Stephen (D)has carried the sub perfectly.slight comedies in HF and give more importance to emotion's in SH.Over the top movie share's a relevant msg.Completely Satisfied One. pic.twitter.com/5T0gdNSQ74
ibnu_369 (@ibnu_369) May 9, 2025

A netizen also felt that the Dileep starrer's first half was average. The post read, "#PrinceAndFamily - AVERAGE FIRST HALF !! As Expected Trying To Bring Back #Dileep's Vintage Masterpieces But Only Have The Standards of Whatsapp Jokes. Despite 2-3 Jokes Most of The Things Felt as Cringe.. Some Emotions Hooked Well Except That Nothing Felt Good in First Half.

Another X user expressed that the writing could have been better. "#PrinceAndFamily : an engaging premise got pulled down by lazy mid act writing with a heroine setup. A very better dileep ettan at the premise got pulled down to a "could have been better engagement in the second half. decent film in terms of a comeback."

#PrinceAndFamily : an engaging premise got pulled down by lazy mid act writing with a heroine setup. a very better dileep ettan at the premise got pulled down to a "could have been better engagement in the second half ". decent film in terms of a comeback https://t.co/XOEo5gBZ6d pic.twitter.com/PewXQvJWud iNaveenVijayakumar (@iNaveentalks) May 9, 2025

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The film has garnered mixed reviews as it also marks Dileep's return to the screen. It revolves around Prince, an introverted bridal boutique owner and the most eligible bachelor in town, who ends up marrying his complete opposite. The clash of their contrasting personalities leads to a series of comedic and chaotic situations, set against the backdrop of rural Kerala.