Tovino Thomas, whose latest release Maayanadi is receiving positive reviews, has taken to Facebook to post a heartfelt message. Thanking people who watched Maayanadi, he said he has been receiving a lot of messages on how good the film is. However, the actor has also used the opportunity to address people who avoid Maayanadi for reasons "unconnected" to the film. 

He posted: "Whether to watch the film in theatres or not is your prerogative. But, avoiding it for reasons unconnected with it defeats the cause of cinema," he posted. 

Maayanadi, directed by Aashiq Abu, has Tovino and Aishwarya Lakshmi in the lead. The film, about an intense romantic relationship, hit the screens last week.

Meanwhile, Tovino is busy shooting for Theevandi, directed by Fellini, which has him playing a chain-smoker.