Anson Paul to debut in Tamil as a hero with Oviya

Actor Anson Paul who had made a place of his own in Malayalam cinema is now stepping into Kollywood as a hero. 

The actor has been gaining attention for his performance in films like Solo and Aadu 2 through impressive character roles. His leading lady will be the Big Boss fame Malayali girl Oviya. The actor has already started shooting for the film, which is directed by Anita Udeep. 

In Malayalam, he has also just wrapped up his debut hero project, Kala Viplavam Pranayam. About his Tamil debut, Anson said that “It’s a rom-com and it feels great to work in Tamil as a hero, after working in Remo,” says Anson, about the untitled film, which would get christened around February. The actor seems to be at home working with Oviya, who also hails from his native place, Thrissur. “In fact, we are from the same locality in Thrissur. She mentioned that we went to the same church as well! It’s great working with her.” 
Anson Paul, who played the villainous role of Anali Sabu in Aadu 2 is also thrilled about his performance getting lauded. “Actor Vijay Babu is like a brother to me and previously, I had told him that I would have loved to be part of Aadu. Actually, Appani Sarath was supposed to play Anali Sabu, but I guess his dates didn’t work out. After Solo, I was on a break and was also growing my hair and beard for fun, also wondering whether I can take up roles in the new look. I guess the universe conspired to land me two projects — Kala Viplavam Pranayam and Aadu 2 in this look,” he says. 

In Mammootty’s upcoming film Abrahaminte Santhathikal, Anson plays the megastar’s brother. “It’s the character in Solo that paved the way for all these roles,” he says.