Mumbai, Nov 30 (IANS): Actor Ruslaan Mumtaz, who has been appreciated for his role in TV show "Kehta hai Dil…Jee Le Zara", says he has signed a new comedy film titled "Romeo Idiot Jathani Juliet", which attracted him with its script.

"I have signed a comedy flick named 'Romeo Idiot Jathani Juliet'. I will be playing a role of a boy based in Mumbai who falls in love with Haryanvi girl," said the young actor, who has earlier featured in movies like "MP3 - Mera Pehla Pehla Pyaar", "Teree Sang", "Jaane Kahan Se Aayi Hai" and "I Don't Luv U".

He then took the small screen route to connect with the audience and his move has turned out to be a smart one.

"'Kehta hai Dil… Jee Le Zara' has got me lot of fame and limelight. After doing the show, I am flooded with many movie offers. I am getting more of romantic roles and offers to play comedy characters," he said.

Why did he choose "Romeo Idiot Jathani Juliet"?

"I liked the script and it is the only reason I have signed this movie. I have already started shooting for the film simultaneously with my TV show," he said.

"Kehta hai Dil… Jee Le Zara", in which he features with Sangeeta Ghosh, airs on Sony Entertainment Television.