A thorough professional that she is, Anushka is proving it once again. The actress is learning martial arts for her forthcoming bilingual venture, which is being helmed by top Kollywood director Selvaraghavan.

Titled Irandam Ulagam in Tamil, the Telugu version of the movie is yet to be name. Arya of Nenu Devudni and Varudu fame is the protagonist of this action adventure, and the story would travel between ancient and modern eras.

'Anushka is playing a double role in this film and one of her characters is that of a tribal woman. For that, she is learning martial arts. A Chinese coach has been deployed by producers PVP cinema from Jakarta for this purpose,' say sources.

Recently, some crucial scenes of the film was shot in Canada and the crew will soon leave for the United States. On acting with Anushka, Arya says, 'She is so down to earth and very simple person. I am happy to work with her.'