What makes the film even more interesting is that it has Vidya pair up with well-known film/theatre actor and director, Manav Kaul, to play her screen husband. Manav excelled in important roles in a host of films including “Jajantaram Mamantaram”, “Citylight”, “Kai Po Che”, “Jai Gangaajal”, “Wazir” and “Maroon”. Under his theatre group, Aranya, he has directed a number of notable plays like “Illhaam”, “Park” and “Shakkar Ke Paanch Daane.
“Tumhari Sulu” begins shooting later this month. Vidya will shortly embark on a final round of look tests and script readings to prep for the role. She will also taking dance lessons for the fun film in which music plays a vital role. Says director Suresh Triveni, “Our search for the character of Ashok lasted for two months. We finally zeroed down on Manav, who is a fine, seasoned actor capable of blending into different roles. We were looking for someone solid opposite Vidya and Manav fits the bill to the tee.”
“Tumhari Sulu” is produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Tanuj Garg, Atul Kasbekar and Shanti Sivaram Maini. It is slated for a December 1 release.
