Transforming into Aami is no easy task, says Manju Warrier

To be directed by Kamal, the film was originally planned to make the film with Vidya Balan. Now, Manju Warrier has replaced her.

Manju Warrier, in her latest Malayalam film Aami, plays well-known and much-loved poet Kamala Das, popularly known as Madhavikutty. With the film having gone on floors on Friday, its first look poster featuring Manju in a bright red silk saree, sporting large spectacles and nose stud was released online, much to the delight of her fans.

Manju Warrier in the film ‘How Old Are You’, that acquired a cult status among the women of Kerala.

While sharing the poster on her Facebook page, Manju wrote that she is transforming into Aami, slowly, in her heart and in her dreams. She says this transformation is no easy task. She said that she can feel the magical scent of Madhavikutty. To be directed by Kamal, the film was originally planned to make the film with Vidya Balan. The Dirty Picture actress abruptly backed out of the project in January. The exact reason for her exit still remains a mystery.