Actor Vadivelu’s last outing was Jagajala Pujabala Tenaliraman, which did fair business at the box office. The director has signed two films - Eli in which he plays a hero and an untitled film in which he provides the comic relief.

This yet to be titled film is to be directed by Ravi Murugayya, a former assistant of director Ezhil. Vadivelu is expected to shoot for the film from February. He will be playing Vikram Prabhu’s maternal uncle in the film.

When questioned about his future plans, the source added that Vadivelu is keen on taking up comedy roles.