Mutthirai to release on June 19th

Mutthirai, a Vision Jeeva Studios film, is directed by Srinath, director Jeeva's assistant. The title Mutthirai means "seal"; it�also suggests leaving your mark or stamp behind.

Broadly, it is a story of a sophisticated tech-savvy criminal who befriends another amateur but street-smart con guy. Together, they�plan and execute various frauds ranging from cyber crimes to humorous con-acts. Parallel to this is a political situation that results in an assassination which somehow connects itself to the two heroes.

The film has been shot mostly in and around Chennai with songs shot in picturesque Mauritius. It also has a pacy item number by�Bollywood item girl Rakhi Sawant. Lakshmi Rai will be seen for the first time in a role that ranges from girl-next-door to glamourous. Manjari Phadnis, fresh from her success in�Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Naa, is introduced�in Tamil cinema in a charming, peppy role.

The story and screenplay are by Anees Tanveer, Jeeva's widow. Salim, one of Jeeva's assistant cinematographers, is responsible for the hip look and feel of the film.The film is co-produced by ASA Productions and Enterprises with Vision Jeeva Studios.

This film, where his assistants are directing and handling cinematography�is a dream come true for the late director. Their�venture has been made possible through Anees, Jeeva's wife. Mutthirai is a blast for the youth -- a perfect blend of action, romance and humour, a trendy musical entertainer for Gen X. Yuvanshankar Raja has composed the music for this film.

A�fast and racy film, ranging from action to romance and comedy to murde, it is scheduled to be released on June 19th.