Kamal Haasan to play dual role in 'Uttama Villain'

Actor-filmmaker Kamal Haasan will feature in a dual role in upcoming Tamil comedy "Uttama Villain". He will play an eighth century drama actor and a 21st century cinema superstar.

"Kamal will be seen as Uttaman, an 8th century and drama actor and Manoranjan, a 21st century cinema superstar. Andrea Jeremiah will be paired with Manoranjan while Pooja Kumar will play emotionally disturbed princess to Uttaman," read a statement.

The film, which is being directed by Ramesh Arvind, also features K. Vishwanath, K. Balachander, Jayaraman, Parvathi Menon, Oorvasi and M.S Bhaskar.

The film, currently on the floors in Bangalore, is being produced by Thirupathi Brothers.