Director Vicky Chopra has named Suniel Shetty's character Anna in "Fight Club" - the nickname used by his friends and family in real life.

Why did Chopra choose the name 'Anna' for Suniel's character?

"I chose that name deliberately because it carries a special aura so characteristic of Suniel. He is revered by his friends as an elder brother or 'Anna'," said Chopra.

In the film, Suniel plays a don who shields his brother Mohit fiercely. "It is a humane character laced with negative shades," he said.

The film has been scheduled for release on Jan 26, which happens to be a Thursday.

"We want to break the myth of Friday and make the best of the holiday crowd," Chopra said.