Actor Chikkanna who appears primarily in comic roles, is currently in full demand in Sandalwood. The actor who is known as a comedian will reportedly, be playing the lead role in an upcoming film.

Manju Mandavya who directed Chikkanna in the film ‘Masterpiece’, will also be directing the actor’s next project as a hero, say sources. Umapathy Srinivas will be producing the film.

Chikkanna’s ‘Sri Bharatha Baahubali’ which is also directed by Manju Mandavya, will hit the screens soon.