Actor Sanjay Dutt is all set to star in a horror comedy film titled "The Vir-Gin Tree", the makers announced. Actor Deepak Mukut's Sohum, 63, will also support the project through his banner Three Dimension Motion Pictures Pvt Ltd in association with Rockstar Entertainment.The film will be directed by director Siddhant Sachdev, which he co-wrote with Vanuksh Arora, the makers said in a statement. The cast also includes actors Sunny Singh, Mouni Roy, Palak Tiwari, Aasif Khan and debutant Beyounic.

"I am pleased to back the film which was exactly the script I was looking for. The film is the perfect blend of comedy and horror, with the right balance of chills and thrills. I am so glad to have found a production partner, in Deepak Mukut whose cinematic vision and ideals align with mine."I always wanted to encourage young fresh talent in the industry and with this film, we launch a new director with brilliant fresh vision. He has put together an eclectic cast and I wish them the best time and a glorious shoot ahead," Dutt said in a statement.Sachdev said working with Dutt on his maiden directorial is a "dream opportunity" for him. "The Vir-gin Tree" will be co-produced by Hunar Mukut.