"This is my first comedy film so it was a kind of challenge in itself, but the whole credit goes to director Hriday that he brought out the best in me, " said Atul.
"He has the capability to see actors through the characters that he or she has done, " he added.
The film also stars Naseeruddin Shah, Kay Kay Menon and Ravi Kishan. It is slated to release Jan 13.