"Mickey Virus", which marks the silver screen debut of popular TV anchor Manish Paul, commenced its shooting Wednesday.

The comic-thriller is set against the backdrop of hacking and has some nail-biting action. It also marks Swedish actress Elli Avram's Bollywood debut.

Directed by debutant Saurabh Verma, the cast also has Manish Chaudhary of "Rocket Singh: Salesman Of The Year" fame.

Produced by Dar Motion Pictures, "Mickey Virus" is being shot across quirky locations in Mumbai and Delhi.

It is slated for a May 17 release.