Lal as Nivin Pauly's father

Actor-director Lal hasn’t acted in a film in past eight months as he was busy with the production of his directorial venture – King Liar, for which he teamed up with his friend Siddique after a long gap. The film, which has Dileep in the lead role, became one of the top grossers of this year. Now after a gap, Lal is coming back on screen with yet another powerful character.

According to the actor, he will play the role of Nivin Pauly’s father in debutant Althaf’s film. “It is a family subject and I have got a call for a wonderful role. The film, which is yet to be titled, will start rolling by September,” says the actor. Honey Bee 2, directed by his son Jean Paul Lal, is another film in his kitty.