Dhanush's production venture with Sivakarthikeyan entitled Ethir Neechal has seen the addition of a new cast member. It is none other than Dhansika of Peranmai and Aravaan fame. Priya Anand is the female lead in this film. Word is that Ethir Neechal will be set in the world of sports with Siva playing an athlete. Dhansika will play his coach.
Sivakarthikeyan impressed Dhanush with his comic timing while they were working on 3 and when the idea for Ethir Neechal was conceived, Dhanush decided that Siva will be the perfect protagonist as it is going to have plenty of scope for comedy.