Director Ganesh K Babu, who is currently working with Ravi Mohan in the much awaited film Karathey Babu, praised actor Kaali Venkat and called him a 'gem of a performer'. The actor, who completed 15 years in the industry, was celebrated by his peers on set where a cake was cut to mark the milestone in his career.
Taking to his X timeline to post pictures of the Karathey Babu, Ganesh K Babu wrote, "15 Years of Raw Talent and Real Performances! Celebrating the powerhouse Kaali Venkat -- an actor who brings soul to every frame he’s in. From intense drama to effortless humour, his journey is nothing short of inspiring. Proud to be directing this gem of a performer in Karathey Babu."
Known for his performances in Thadaiyara Thaakka, Kalakalappu, Udhayam NH4, Thegidi, Mundaasupatti, Eetti, Kaathadi, Kodi, Irudhi Suttru and Gargi, Kaali Venkat, is currently basking in the success of his recent film Madras Matinee, and is awaiting the release of Thalaivan Thalaivii, directed by Pandiraj, and headlined by Vijay Sethupathi and Nithya Menen. The film is slated for release on July 25. He is also a part of House Mates, helmed by Rajavel and backed by Sivakarthikeyan Productions. The fantasy horror entertainer is scheduled to hit screens worldwide on August 1 this year.
Meanwhile works for Karathey Babu has been going on in full swing. Actor Daudee Jiwal, the daughter of Tamil Nadu Police's current Director General of Police (DGP), Shankar Jiwal, will be playing the female lead in Karathey Babu. The extended supporting cast of the film includes KS Ravikumar, Nasser, Shakthi Vasudevan, Vtv Ganesh, Subramaniam Siva, Kavithalayaa Krishnan, Pradeep Antony, Raja Rani Pandian, Sandeep Raj, Knife Naren, Sindhupriya, Ajith Gosh, Aravindh, Kalki Raja, Sri Dhanya, Anandhi, Ilan, Sam Anderson, Vetrivel, and Nandhini Senthamizh.
While the plot details are still under wraps, it is clear from the title teaser that Karathey Babu is a political film, a first for Ravi Mohan. A release date for the film is yet to be announced.
