Aish to have grey shades in Mani Ratnam's flick

Maverick filmmaker Mani Ratnam is all set for his next project titled 'Ponniyan Selvan', a period drama which is set in the 10th century. The story is all about the life of the Chola Emperor 'Arulmozhi Varman.' Former Miss World Aishwarya Rai Bachchan was roped in for the film by Mani.

According to our sources, she will be seen in a negative role as 'Nandini'. The character Nandini is extremely beautiful yet she is manipulative and condescending, trapping people for self-satisfaction. The movie will also have Vikram, Simbu, Jayam Ravi in the main roles. Actress Amala Paul will play a pivotal role.

Aishwarya, as a manipulative wife of the emperor(Periya Pazhuvettaraiyar), will certainly lead the story with her exceptional acting prowess. Mani Ratnam is planning to take this multi-starrer film on floors by the end of this year.