Actress Lakshmi Menon, who is basking in the success of her recently released movie Komban, has been chosen to play Ajith’s sister in actor’s upcoming Thala 56. While actresses Nithya Menen and Sri Divya were top contenders for the role, Nithya Menen reportedly turned down the offer, after which actress Lakshmi Menon was approached.
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To be directed by Siva of Siruthai fame, this yet-to-be titled film is tipped to be a story revolving around the relationship between a brother and a sister. Actress Shruti Haasan, who is busy shooting for Puli, has been paired opposite Ajith in this movie.
It is also said that music director Anirudh Ravichander has already started working for the movie and has composed a pulsating theme song.
Funded by producer AM Ratnam, this film is the second venture together for actor Ajith and director Siva.