Manav Kaul, Vidya Balan paired in Tumhari Sulu

Mumbai April 10 (IANS) Actor Manav Kaul will play the on-screen husband of Vidya Balan in a slice-of-life comedy film Tumhari Sulu.

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 said director Suresh Triveni in a statement.

Vidya will be seen in a fun role as a night radio jockey in Tumhari Sulu being produced bT-Series and Ellipsis Entertainment.

The film s shooting will begin 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 be taking dance lessons for the film in which music plays a vital role.

The film is slated for a December 1 release.

--IANS
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