Earlier we reported that the Malayalam super hit film Ennu Ninte Moideen is getting ready to be remade in Tamil. Now as per the recent update, reports suggests that the director of the film R. S. Vimal has roped in Karthi to play the lead role which was originally played by Prithviraj. It is said that the role was initially planned to be played by Prithviraj himself but due to lack of dates, the actor has to refused the offer. However, an official update on the lead is yet to be announced. Word has it that A. R. Rahman is likely to compose music for the film.

Ennu Ninte Moideen, is based on the true love story of a Muslim youth Moideen and a Hindu woman Kanchanamala set in the backdrop of 1960's. The film was directed by debutant R. S. Vimal and stars Prithviraj and Parvathy in its original version.