Comedian turned actor Sunil's much awaited film Bheemavaram Bullodu is painting the town red. The latest update from the film's unit is that Sunil will be seen essaying the role of a cancer patient in the film. Rumour has it that Sunil will be seen in a very shy and innocent character who suffers from cancer. The twists and turns the plot takes because of the illness is the crux of the film. Sources say that the film is set to hit the theatres on January 15. Sunil will be competing against Prince Mahesh Babu's 1 Nenokkadine and Mega Power Star Ram Charan's Yevadu. Kalisundam Raa fame director Uday Shankar is directing this film. 1000 Abadhalu fame Esther is going to play the leading lady in the film. Bheemavaram Bullodu is being produced by the prestigious banner of Tollywood - Suresh Productions. So this Sankranti its going to be a tough nut to crack for Sunil.