After a lot of speculation about the third female lead opposite Rajinikanth in upcoming movie Rana, Vidya Balan has been finalised.

 

Earlier it was said that even Asin and Katrina Kaif are being considered for the role but, later Deepika Padukone and  Rekha were finalised and the third one being Vidya. As the actor is supposed to play a triple role in Rana, three lead actresses were required.

 

A source revealed, "The makers wanted a girl with a distinctly Indian look and who would click with the South audience well. Rajni has a triple role in Rana. Rekha will co-star opposite the older Rajnikanth, Vidya with be with the middle-aged character and Deepika opposite the youngest."

 

So finally, Ranjikanth is all set to start the movie with three beauties romancing him onscreen.