Shibu Baby John, co-producer of Mohanlal's 'Malaikottai Vaaliban', said the actor was really hurt by the failure of 'Barroz'. He said no one, including Mohanlal's fans, approached 'Barroz' with any interest. "I don't blame them for that...Barroz suffered from negative expectations," Shibu added. Mohanlal directed as well as acted in the film.