Nayantara in Mani Ratnam’s Kadal?

The fresh buzz to hit the marquee is that director Mani Ratnam has offered a role to Nayanathara for his upcoming flick "Kadal". Sources close to the production house indicate that the ace director approached the sexy damsel for a special role in the film and Nayan has immediately agreed for it. It was also reported that Nayanathara accepted the role without looking at the script since Mani Ratnam is directing it.
After some shocking developments like Samantha walking out from the project and the makers planning to rope in Karthika's sister Tulsi for the role, the news about Nayanthara has surely raised interest about the project. However, the official confirmation from the actress is awaited. Debutant Gautham, son of actor Karthik, in playing the lead role in this film.