Not Deepika or Kangana, this South actress is the lead in Majid Majidi's film

Mumbai:  After several reports linking various actresses for the lead role in Majid Majids's film, an actress who was not a part of these reports, has been zeroed in by the makers.

Theatre actor Malavika Mohanan has bagged the lead role for 2017's most coveted and most talked about international film set in India.

Malavika Mohanan is the daughter of renowned cinematographer K.U Mohanan.

Produced by Zee Studios and Eyecandy Films, ‘Beyond the Clouds’ is a beautiful story centred around a brother-sister relationship.

Says a source close to the project, “Mr. Majidi found his character in Malavika. He was looking for a face, that could fit the character and own it and for him, Malavika made the cut."

Known for masterpieces like ‘Children of Heaven,’ ‘The Colors of Paradise,’ ‘Baran’ and many more, Mr Majidi has always weaved magic on screen with new faces. The film also marks the debut of Shahid Kapoor's brother, Ishaan Khatter. While Ishaan started shooting for the film last month, Malavika has just started shooting for her part few days ago.

Confirming the news, spokesperson from Zee Studios and Eyecandy says, "Yes, Malavika is on board to play the leading lady in the film - Beyond The Clouds. Mr. Majidi did a look test with her and was very happy with the results. She has started the shoot in Mumbai."

Earlier Deepika Padukone had provided a look test for the film. Handpicked by Majid Majidi himself, Malavika is surely someone to look out for!

Handpicked by Majid Majidi himself, Malavika is surely someone to look out for!