Sugeeth ropes in Mammootty for his next

It seems that Mammootty already has projects lined up for the better part of 2017. One more movie has been added to the list and it will be helmed by Ordinary director Sugeeth and scripted by

Benny P Nayarambalam

.

The 'Welcome to Central Jail' scribe tells us, “We had an initial discussion and

Mammukka

was pleased with the storyline. I cannot reveal much because we are yet to develop it into a full-fledged script. Also, the project will go on floors only by late next year.”

Incidentally, Benny is also scripting another Mammootty-starrer, which will be directed by debutant Saji and the shooting will start by August this year. “He will be seen in three different roles in the movie,” says the 'Chotta Mumbai' scribe, adding that the film will be an entertainer.

Meanwhile, Mammootty is currently filming in Kottayam for his movie '

Thoppil Joppan

'. The film has the actor playing a Kabaddi enthusiast and follows his life in two timelines. While Andrea Jeremiah has already been cast to play his romantic interest in one phase of his life, it’s rumoured that the team is in discussions with Mamta Mohandas to essay the other female lead in the Johny Anthony directorial.