Vidya Balan to star in 'Tumhari Sulu'

Vidya Balan to star in 'Tumhari Sulu'
Wednesday, November 30, 2016 11:58 IST
By Santa Banta News Network
Ellipsis Entertainment and T-Series have inked their first deal together to produce a dra-medy, TUMHARI SULU. Vidya Balan will play the lead, Sulochana, fondly known as Sulu.

Sulu lands herself an unexpected job of a beautiful, fun and feisty RJ who anchors a late-night show, known for its voyeuristic quality and semi-adult shenanigans.

Having brought director Ram Madhvani to the forefront with Neerja, the partners at Ellipsis are introducing the new-age ad film-maker, Suresh Triveni, who has a host of TVCs for top brands to his credit, including IPL's India-Pakistan Mauka Mauka spot, which became a runaway viral sensation.

Confirmed producer Bhushan Kumar, `Ellipsis is an avant-garde company with an eye for real, relatable and clutter-breaking content. We are pleased to collaoborate with today's creative and marketing mavericks on this very special film, which will also carry our stamp of unforgettable music.`


Said joint producers Tanuj Garg, Atul Kasbekar and Shanti Sivaram Maini of Ellipsis, `In line with our vision of backing engaging and entertaining high-concept content, we are delighted to have found this gem of a script, which will make you cheer and laugh in plenty. The character of Sulu is fun, happy-go-lucky and grounded, everything that Vidya (Balan) is even in real life. Suresh Triveni is a debut talent to watch out for and we look forward to our association with T-Series, a market leader in the filmed entertainment space.`

Director Suresh Triveni said, `Tumhari Sulu has been handcrafted for Vidya (Balan) and to have her as a lead in my first feature is an honour. I look forward to seeing the story come alive as I have lived with it for almost a year now. I am delighted to have found great producers, Ellipsis and T-Series, for this incredible journey.` 

Concluded Vidya Balan, `Sulu is like that nimbu... you add nimbu for taste or then add it to balance taste; zesty & versatile! I think she'll unleash my naughty side.`

'TUMHARI SULU' will be co-produced by Priya Gupta, Swati Iyer Chawla and Piya Sawhney. It will release in end - 2017. It is an Ellipsis and T-Series joint production.
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