Theatre actor Ashiesh Roy is best known for playing the hero's goofy neighbour Chatur Ganguly in Eagles Film’s sitcom Jeannie Aur Juju. But now the popular comedian is all set to move away from his comfort zone for his debut on the big screen. In Kunal Deshmukh's next starring Emraan Hashmi, Paresh Rawal and Kay Kay Menon, the comic actor has been signed to play a key character. And it's noteworthy that he will be playing a totally serious role, with no comic shades in it! When contacted, Ashiesh was pretty tight-lipped about the project and his character in it. “I am contract-bound not to divulge details of the film.” However on being probed further he stated. “I can tell you that it's a beautiful role, and I'm thoroughly enjoying playing it. I think it's going to surprise a lot of people who are used to seeing me only doing comedy.” Ashiesh Roy says that he can't thank director Kunal Deshmukh enough for his film break. “Kunal could have taken any better known actor for this role. But he chose me after seeing my audition. And he has been patiently mentoring me about the fine nuances of acting on the big screen. I shall be eternally indebted to him for giving me my break in films.” On being asked how it was pitting his acting skills against stalwarts like Paresh Rawal, Emraan Hashmi and Kay Kay Menon, Ashiesh simply said, "It is like a dream come true for me! I remember taking Pareshji's autograph at a restaurant about 15 years ago. And now, to be in a film with him is unbelievable! I just stared at him for the first few days of shooting! Watching him perform is a joy to behold. Pareshji is God. I touch his feet every day.” About Emraan Hashmi, Ashiesh has nothing but high praise. "I'm a fan of the man," Roy says. "In my opinion, Emraan is perhaps the most under-estimated actor of this generation. I think he was brilliant in Once Upon A Time In Mumbai. Kay Kay is an old friend, and it did not seem to bother him a bit that this is my first film and probably his sixtieth! He was happy to spend most of his spare time with me drinking chai and discussing theatre, cinema and literature.” Way to go Ashiesh!!!