Varu Sarathkumar’s arduous research for Bala’s Thaarai Thappattai

Director Bala’s Tharai Thappattai has been progressing well though there has been no hoopla around the film in the media. And, that’s quite natural for a Bala film since he has always been reticent about his films while they are in the making. The film has Sasikumar playing the lead role opposite Varalaxmi Sarathkumar. She has already toned her body down for the film for a perfect on-screen look.

“I play a Karakattam dancer in the film and so have a dance tutor. Though I am dancer, this dance form is difficult to master. I am also doing research on such dancers. I have been watching videos on the art form and the artists. I have been getting to know how they lead their lives. I am sure my research will help me perfect my performance. I am also on a weight-loss programme for this film,” says Varu.