Official: Prithviraj Sukumaran to play lord Ayyappan!!

Prithviraj is often credited for his hunger to do big projects in the quest of wider reach. Lately, he has been committing for many such projects like ‘Kaaliyan’, ‘Aadujeevitham’ and ‘Meter Gauge 1904’. Taking everyone by surprise, the actor made a huge announcement last day. He is teaming up with Shankar Ramakrishnan for a mythological film on lord Ayyappa. The movie titled as ‘Ayyappan’ is being funded by August Cinemas.

Sharing the first look poster, Prithviraj has written in his social media handle,

It’s been years..since Shankar first told me about this. And I’ve always dreamt of this taking off one day! Finally..#Ayyappan

The announcement comes at a time when the state of Kerala is witnessing a huge furore in regard to Sabarimala temple, the holy abode of lord Ayyappan. The supreme court’s recent judgement to allow women entry to the temple has made way for a massive uproar in the state.

It is still not when Prithviraj’s movie will go on floors. With multiple projects in his kitty, the actor has a busy season ahead. He is currently working on his directorial debut ‘Lucifer’. He is expected to start shooting for Lal Jr’s ‘Driving License’ by next March. He also has ‘Kaaliyan’, ‘Aadujeevitham’ and Kalabhavan Shajon’s directorial debut ‘Brother’s Day’ coming up.

Prithviraj’s next to hit screens is ‘Nine’ aka ‘9’, a sci-fi thriller. The movie directed by Jenuse Mohammed is scheduled for release on February 7.