The movie was initially set to release on January 12, but was pushed ahead to this Friday. Producers Studio Green have advanced the release date of Alex Pandian to cash in on the Pongal holidays. Karthi plays a happy-go-lucky youngster, who is ready to do just about anything for money. One day he takes on an assignment which lands him in deep trouble. How he overcomes forms the crux of the film. “Alex Pandian will be a mix of comedy, action, romance and sentiment. Director Suraj has ensured that all ingredients find a place in the script,” say sources.Anushka Shetty plays the love interest of Alex Pandian, which has been dubbed in Telugu as Bad Boy. Devi Sri Prasad has composed the music. The film will hit the screens on January 11.