Mani Ratnam yet to finalise cast for next film

Chennai July 19 (IANS) Amid rumours that actor R. Madhavan might reunite with Mani Ratnam for the fourth time a source close to the filmmaker says he hasnt finalised the cast for his next yet-untitled Tamil project.

"Mani sir is in talks with a few actors and this includes Madhavan. But he hasn t signed anyone yet and the process will take a few more weeks " the source told IANS.

Ratnam and Madhavan had previously worked in Tamil films "Alaipayuthey" "Kannathil Muthamittal" and "Aayutha Ezhuthu".

The source confirmed Ratnam is not making a romantic film.

"He is exploring a different genre and it won t be another romantic flick this time. Also the film might feature two male protagonists " the source said.

Cinematographer Santosh Sivan has joined forces for the sixth time with Ratnam on this project slated to roll from September.

--IANS
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