The latest buzz is that model-turned-actress Diana Penty, who became the toast of the town post her performance in Cocktail, might be seen in Kollywood soon.
She is being considered by director Venkat Prabhu for playing one of the lead roles in his flick, Biriyani.

A source close to the unit reveals, “The film, which is a suspense thriller, has two heroines. While Richa had been finalized as one of the heroines, the director is looking to cast a relatively fresh face as the other heroine. Among the several names being considered, Diana Penty features on the top of the list. Her performance in her Bollywood venture has been much raved about and the unit is keen on casting her opposite Karthi in the film.”

Interestingly, Venkat had earlier toyed with the idea of roping in either Parineeti Chopra, Ileana or Samantha in the lead.

The source continues, “The official agreement is yet to be signed on with the cast. Even though the film was officially launched recently, shooting will commence only from next month. By then, the entire cast and crew will be in place. Venkat is tweaking the script now, and Yuvan has already started working on the music.”