Cinematographer Rathnavelu to direct Puneeth

Enthiran cinematographer Rathnavelu is all set to try to don the director's cap. His debut film as director will be made in Kannada with Power Star Puneeth Rajkumar in the lead role. The heroine is yet to be confirmed.

Meanwhile, his much awaited Rana, which has Superstar Rajinikanth in a triple role, is all set to begin in November. Rana, directed by K.S. Ravikumar, will have Bollywood diva Deepika Padukone as one of the leading ladies.