A Still from Mandhira Punnagai

CHANGING 

GEARS

          Joining the long list of directors who have turned actors is director Karu palaniaapan. He is to make his debut as an actor with Mandhira Punnagai, which is expected to hit screens soon.

           Paloaniappan, who has directed many memorable films like Parthiban kanavu and Pirivom Sandhippom, plays an architect who is obsessed with his career. He believes that falling in love is a waste of time and that there are other important things that need to be pursued in life. A source close to the film's unit adds.But all this changes when a medical student enters his life. He is in a dilemma."

          Sources say that Meenakshi, who plays the role of the medical student, has done a fine job. Karu Palaniappan is also directing the film apart from playing the lead. Vidyasagar has scored the music for the film, which boasts of a strong cast including Santhanam, Maheswari, poducer Dhananjayan and Thambi Ramaiaah among others.

           Will Planiappan be able to succeed as an actor as well? We'll have to wait and watch!