Dileep, Kavya team up for 'Kochi Rajavu'

Kochi, Feb 22 (IANS): After a string of hit films together, Dileep and Kavya Madhavan are set to provide another entertainer with the shooting for "Kochi Rajavu" fast nearing completion.

Johnny Antony, who had directed Dileep in "CID Moosa", is directing the film.

"Kochi Rajavu", slated for release April 14, is being shot in locales around Kochi.

"This film has all the ingredients that an average filmgoer is looking for," said Antony.

"Even though this is just my second film I am certain that with this I will establish myself in the industry," he said.

Dileep plays the role of Suryanarayana Varma, an auto rickshaw driver who is supported by his cunning grandfather played by ace comedian and character artiste Jagathy Sreekumar. Kavya Madhavan plays the role of a medical student.

"I play a bold character and am certain that this is going to be a good film," said Kavya.

Among other actors in the film are Rambha, who plays a significant role, national award winning actor Murali, Vijayaraghavan and Harisree Asokhan.

Veteran cinematographer Salu George is manning the camera.

Dileep and Kavya have given hits like "Meesa Madhavan", "Thilakam" and "Runway".