RELEASED: Mani Ratnam's 'Kaatru Veliyidai' first look poster

Starring Karthi and Aditi Rao Hydari, the poster gives a glimpse of the chemistry the lead actors will share in the film.

Also evident in the poster are a few war aircraft, flying doves and Kashmir border, and one wonders if this a love story with a war backdrop.

Ratnam will be reportedly filming the first schedule of the movie in Kashmir.

In the film, which has music by A.R. Rahman, Karthi plays a pilot and Aditi will be seen as a doctor.

The film will be jointly produced by Madras Talkies and Thenandal Films.