Mani Ratnam's Next With Dulquer-Karthi Titled 'Komaali'?

There has been lot of buzz regarding Mani Ratnam's next film. Rumours have been high regarding the film and sources have now confirmed that the upcoming film will star Dulquer Salmaan and Karthi in the lead.

Since confirmation regarding the lead actors has come out, the title of the film is the next thing that interest audience and rumour mills. According to sources, the makers have registered a film with the title "Komaali". However, it is not yet clear if the title is for the upcoming movie.

"Both Dulquer Salmaan and Karthi are on board. The regular shooting starts from September. The makers have recently registered the title 'Komaali', but it's not sure if it's for this film," a source told IANS.

Earlier, several reports had suggested that Mammootty, who played a pivotal role in Mani Ratnam's "Thalapathi", will play the lead role in Mani Ratnam's flick. However, reports later claimed the story was just a rumour.

There were also reports that Mani Ratnam had initially planned a Tamil-Telugu bilingual with Mahesh Babu and Akkineni Nagarjuna.

Meanwhile, Dulquer has become a sensation with his performance and looks in "OK Kanmani".

When it comes to the other lead actor of the movie, Karthi, he begun his career as an assistant director to Mani Ratnam in his Tamil-Hindi thriller film "Aayutha Ezhuthu". Apparently, Karthi was offered to play a role in the 2004 hit movie, but denied and chose to be part of the directorial team.

Karthi, who had a series of flops, had recently made a huge comeback with his performances in "Komban" and "Madras".

With regard to the lead actress of the upcoming movie, rumours are rife that Mani Ratnam has roped in Shruthi Haasan. Sources have also confirmed that the Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman will compose music for the new multi-starrer film.