Shammi Thilakan has dedicated the Kerala State Film 2019 award he received for the best dubbing artist, to his late father, veteran actor Thilakan. The actor bagged the award for dubbing in 'Odiyan', in which he dubbed for the character Ravunni.
While remembering his late father, he also expressed his gratitude to the team of 'Odiyan' and actor
Mohanlal for being a constant support for him, throughout his life.
Helmed by V. A Shrikumar Menon, 'Odiyan' is a fantasy thriller. Bankrolled by Aashirvad Productions, the movie that hit theatres on December 14, 2018, earned mixed reviews and was mired in controversies.