Nithya Menen back in action after a short break

Key points

• Nithya Menen is set to headline yet another content-driven project, this time joining hands with the director of Yamirukka Bhayamen for a film that is said to revolve entirely around a female protagonist.
• According to industry reports, the upcoming project was narrated to Nithya recently, and the actor is believed to have instantly connected with the concept.
• Sources suggest that the strength of the central character and the story’s heroine-oriented approach played a major role in her decision to come on board.
• Known for choosing unconventional scripts and performance-driven roles over routine commercial outings, Nithya reportedly found the narration compelling enough to give her approval without prolonged discussions.
• The makers are said to be designing the film with her character at the center, making it one of her most prominent female-led projects in recent times.