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66 days ago

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Kaithi 2 Announcement: What's Happening With Karthi and Lokesh Kanagaraj's Much-Awaited Sequel?

BY SACNILK

Chennai, February 23 - After months of speculation, Kaithi 2 is once again in the spotlight. The sequel to the 2019 cult action thriller Kaithi remains one of the most anticipated projects in the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU), and recent developments have clarified its current status. Director Lokesh Kanagaraj has clearly stated that Kaithi 2 is not shelved, putting to rest rumours about the film being cancelled or indefinitely stalled. According to the filmmaker, the sequel is very much on his priority list, but scheduling issues have delayed its progress. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Now, a fresh development has occurred, hinting that an official announcement of the film might finally be around the corner. In a major update, Dream Warrior Pictures, the production house backing the film, has reportedly censored a 30-second promo titled Dilli. This development has sparked strong speculation that the makers have locked Dilli as the official title of Kaithi 2, named after Dilli, played by Karthi. According to industry rumours, the official announcement of the film is expected on March 14, which coincides with director Lokesh Kanagaraj's birthday. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) However, despite the announcement buzz, the film's shooting is not expected to begin immediately. The biggest reason behind the delay is Lokesh Kanagaraj's packed lineup. The director is currently committed to a large-scale pan-Indian project with Allu Arjun, which is expected to be completed before he moves on to Kaithi 2. Once that film wraps up, the sequel starring Karthi is expected to finally move into active development. The bottom line is, Kaithi 2 is still happening, but fans will need to be patient. With no shooting date or release window announced yet, the sequel is likely to go on floors only after Lokesh Kanagaraj completes his current commitments. Until then, the return of Dilli remains delayed—but very much alive. Stay tuned...

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154 days ago

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Uncertainty Over Kaithi 2 Looms Large As Lokesh Kanagaraj Sets His Eyes On Telugu Debut

BY SACNILK

Chennai, November 27 – The anticipation surrounding Karthi's Kaithi 2 has taken an unexpected turn, as fresh developments indicate growing uncertainty about the sequel's timeline. Director Lokesh Kanagaraj, who had confirmed the sequel to be his next after recently released Coolie, is now reportedly shifting focus toward making his Telugu directorial debut. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Lokesh, who has emerged as one of Tamil's most sought-after commercial filmmakers, has been in discussions with several top Tollywood stars over the past few weeks. Reports suggest that the filmmaker is prioritising this project as his next, which may delay Kaithi 2 further. While fans were hoping for an official update this year, the current trajectory hints that the sequel may not go on floors anytime soon. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The original Kaithi (2019), starring Karthi, has achieved cult status and plays a major role in shaping the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU). With Vikram and Leo further expanding the franchise, expectations for Kaithi 2 have only multiplied. However, Lokesh's evolving creative commitments are making the roadmap less predictable. He is also doing a film as an actor, which will be released next year. Despite the prevailing uncertainty, it is believed that the director is unlikely to abandon Kaithi 2, given its importance to the LCU. For now, all eyes remain on Lokesh's Telugu debut, which is expected to be announced officially soon. Fans of the filmmaker and the franchise will be hoping that both projects find their place without compromising vision or scale. Stay tuned...

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254 days ago

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Lokesh Kanagaraj To Push Kaithi 2 Back Again To Direct A Dream Combo of Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan?

BY SACNILK

Chennai, August 19 - Director Lokesh Kanagaraj might be up for another reshuffle in his future film timeline, and if that happens, actor Karthi, and more than him, the fans of the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU) will have to wait longer for the much-awaited sequel to Kaithi. ## After the blockbuster Leo, Lokesh teamed up with superstar Rajinikanth for the gangster action drama Coolie, which is currently playing in theatres. For a long time, the filmmaker had confirmed his plans to return to Kaithi 2 with Karthi after completing Coolie. But now, the latest buzz suggests that a different, and perhaps even bigger, project might take priority. ## The latest blockbuster buzz in Tamil media suggests that Lokesh is planning one of India's biggest multistarrers and has reportedly narrated a two-hero script to the superstars Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan for the same. The legendary duo is said to have given their nod, reportedly asking the filmmaker to move ahead with the project. ## Originally reportedly planned before the COVID-19 pandemic, this ambitious film is said to revolve around two ageing gangsters in a large-scale cinematic adventure, and will likely be produced by Kamal Haasan’s Raaj Kamal Films International (RKFI). If reports are to be believed, it could be Lokesh's immediate next. ## The news is indeed massive, and perhaps the biggest collaboration of Indian cinema in the recent past. But at the same time, it also brings a bittersweet feeling for fans awaiting Kaithi 2, wanting to see Lokesh get back to his strong zone of Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU). ## The stars are probably not aligning for Kaithi 2, for which the script is said to be ready, subject to some changes. Interestingly, it was supposed to be made before Lokesh's Leo with Thalapathy Vijay, but plans changed as the director picked up Coolie, while Karthi also had a few films to complete. ## That said, a film uniting two titans of Indian cinema, Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan, under Lokesh's vision promises to be a once-in-a-lifetime cinematic event. Fans may be ready to sacrifice the wait for Kaithi 2 if it means witnessing this dream project. However, an official confirmation from the makers is still awaited. ## Stay tuned...

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267 days ago

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Lokesh Kanagaraj Says Karthi Is the Reason for His Success As a Director, Promises Kaithi 2 Will Be a Huge Hit

BY SACNILK

Chennai, August 6 - Director Lokesh Kanagaraj is busy with the promotion of superstar Rajinikanth-fronted gangster action drama Coolie, one of the most awaited films of the year. As Lokesh navigates the excitement ahead of Coolie's release, the director is also looking forward to returning to his signature cinematic universe with the much-hyped sequel, Kaithi 2. ## During a recent interview, the filmmaker encountered a silly question when the interviewer asked him whether is regrets making Kaithi 2 after doing films with industry giants like Rajinikant, Vijay, and Kamal Haasan. Lokesh answered it sensibly while showing his huge admiration for actor Karthi, crediting him as the catalyst behind his rise as a successful director. ## "Karthi sir gave me my break. If I am here today, it's because of him. He trusted me when no one else would. Kaithi changed my life." The director reflected on how Kaithi (2019) became a turning point not just in his career but also in Tamil cinema, laying the foundation for the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU). ## He added that Karthi's commitment, humility, and belief in his vision gave him the confidence to pursue bold storytelling styles. "Karthi never treated me like a newcomer. For me, he is a big star. He gave me complete freedom on Kaithi, and that faith still motivates me," Lokesh remarked. ## Lokesh Believes Kaithi 2 Will Be A Huge Hit ## As anticipation builds around the sequel Kaithi 2, Lokesh believes it will be one of his biggest hits. "Kaithi 2 will be a huge hit. I'm working very hard to make sure it lives up to the expectations. It will be bigger in scale, emotion, and action." He also confirmed that the script is nearing completion and that filming will begin after his current project with Rajinikanth (Coolie) wraps up. ## Kaithi 2 is the 4th film in the Lokesh Cinematic Universe, after Kaithi Leo (2023), Vikram (2022), and Kaithi (2019). In one of the earlier interviews, Lokesh said that Kaithi 2 will be the peak LCU film in which characters from other films will have a crossover. It is expected to start rolling towards the end of this year and be released next year. ## Stay tuned...

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411 days ago

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Director Lokesh Kanagaraj To Direct Another Film Before 'Kaithi 2'?

BY SACNILK

Chennai, March 14 - Director Lokesh Kanagaraj is one of the most in-demand Indian filmmakers because of his ability to connect with the masses through his films. His filmography, though it is just 6 films old, is full of blockbusters, and the future line-up promises to take things a notch higher.## Lokesh Kanagaraj has confirmed 2 films in the pipeline, including the currently on-floors Coolie starring superstar Rajinikanth. The second one is Karthi-fronted Kaithi 2 which is a part of Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU). However, Lokesh might direct another film before this blockbuster sequel. ## It is known to all that superstar Aamir Khan is playing a cameo role in Lokesh's Coolie and it was also reported earlier that the duo would team up for a full-fledged film. Now, as per the rumours in the media, Kaithi 2, which was supposed to be Loki's immediate next after Coolie, is set to be delayed. ## The rumours say that Lokesh might direct Aamir Khan after Rajinikanth-starrer as has been reported earlier. In his birthday post to Aamir, director Lokesh hinted at more collaboration with him though he didn't mention any of it directly. ## There isn't an official yet but if the rumours are true, then it is disappointing news for the LCU fans. However, at the same time, if the duo of Lokesh and Aamir join hands for a full-fledged feature film, then it will surely be the talk of the town and easily be one of the biggest collaborations between North and South.## Stay tuned...

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563 days ago

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Lokesh Kanagaraj's 'Kaithi 2' To Feature All Lead Actors of The LCU

BY SACNILK

Chennai, October 14 - Director Lokesh Kanagaraj's Cinematic Universe has been the talk of the town for the last few years. All three films, starting with Karthi's Kaithi (2019), followed by Kamal Haasan's Vikram (2022) and Thalapathy Vijay's Leo (2023) have been huge successes at the box office. ## In a recent media interaction, Lokesh Kanagaraj, who is currently directing superstar Rajinikanth's Coolie as a standalone movie, talked about the LCU. It is well known that the next LCU movie will be the sequel to Kaithi, as confirmed by Karthi and Lokesh on different occasions. ## Without mentioning the name of the film, Lokesh raised the excitement of the fans by stating that the next project in the franchise will be a peak LCU film. He also confirmed that the next movie, supposed to be Kaithi 2, will feature all the LCU characters introduced so far, such as Vikram, Leo, Rolex, and Dilli.## Speaking specifically about Suriya's Rolex who featured in the climax of Vikram, the filmmaker said that he kept that theater-shaking cameo with a purpose and that he will do a standalone movie with Suriya in the LCU. It is likely to be the next after Kaithi which is expected to roll out next year. ## Meanwhile, Coolie is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated Indian movies of 2025. It boasts a solid ensemble cast that includes Nagarjuna, Soubin Shahir, Shruti Haasan, Upendra, Sathyaraj, and Mahendran, along with a blockbuster cameo of Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan. The movie will be released in 2025 in multiple languages.## Stay tuned...

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669 days ago

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Lokesh Kanagaraj To Start 'Kaithi 2' With Karthi In April 2025: Report

BY SACNILK

Chennai, June 30 - Director Lokesh Kanagaraj's cinematic universe, comprising actor Karthi's Kaithi, Kamal Haasan's Vikram, and Thalapathy Vijay's Leo, is one of the most successful cinematic universes in India with ever-growing popularity with each film. ## The most recent film in the Lokesh Cinematic Universe was Leo which is also the highest-grossing film in the series. Now, according to the report by DT Next, the next movie in the LUC will be Karthi's Kaithi 2 and the shoot for the same will start in April 2025. ## Director Lokesh is currently preparing to start the highly-awaited, Coolie, starring legendary Rajinikanth. Kaithi 2 will be his next after Rajini's blockbuster which is expected to wrap filming by the end of this year. ## Karthi, on the other hand, is gearing up for the shoot of Sardar 2, a sequel to his superhit film released in 2022. Before Kaithi 2 in April 2025, Karthi will reportedly do one more film apart from the Sardar sequel. It will reportedly be directed by Tamizh of Taanakaran fame and the shoot for the same will commence in October this year. ## Meanwhile, Kaithi 2 will see Karthi reprising his role as Dilli, an ex-prisoner. The movie will reportedly focus on his backstory and what happened in his life that connects him with the characters Adaikalam (played by Harish Uthaman) and Anbu (played by Arjun Das). ## Stay tuned...

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869 days ago

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A Short Film Based On LCU Origin To Be Made Ahead of 'Kaithi 2'

BY SACNILK

Chennai, December 13 - Director Lokesh Kanagaraj's much-talked-about cinematic universe (LCU) is about to its origin story in the form of a short film. Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU) has been the best thing that happened to the Kollywood industry in the last few years and the fans are keen to know what is in store for them next. ## As confirmed earlier, Karthi's "Kaithi 2" will be the next full-fledged film in the LCU but before that, a 10-minute short film about its origin will be released. Interestingly, "Kaithi" was the first film in the LCU, followed by Kamal Haasan's "Vikram", and Thalapathy Vijay's "Leo". ## Narain, the renowned actor in Tamil and Malayalam cinema, said in a press conference for the upcoming Malayalam film "Queen Elizabeth" that he is collaborating with Lokesh on a brief 10-minute short film that unveils the origin story of LCU and it will be released before "Kaithi 2" which begins late 2024. ## The last film in the LCU was "Leo", released in October this year. The next film, "Kaithi 2" will mainly focus on the back story of Karthi's character Dilli. After "Kaithi 2", a standalone movie about Suriya's Rolex from "Vikram" will be made, and the last film in the LCU is said to be "Vikram 2". ## Narain and @Dir_Lokesh have plans to do a 10 minutes long short film before #Kaithi2 which will be the starting point to #LCU pic.twitter.com/XyGpEEbyBU— Rajasekar (@sekartweets) December 13, 2023 ## Stay tuned...

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915 days ago

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Director Lokesh Kanagaraj Promises 'Kaithi 2' To Be Stronger Than 'Leo'

BY SACNILK

Chennai, October 28 - Director Lokesh Kanagaraj is on cloud nine with the mega success of the action drama "Leo", starring Thalapathy Vijay. Despite mixed reception regarding the second half, the film is doing very well at the box office and crossed 500 crores gross mark worldwide in 10 days.## The filmmaker, during the trailer launch event of Karthi's "Japan" today, accepted the public opinion that there were some flaws in the second half of "Leo", and promised to come up with a stronger output in his next film in the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU). ## As known to everyone, "Leo" is the third film in the LCU and the next in the series is Karthi's "Kaithi 2" which will commence by the end of this year. During the event, Lokesh informed the audience that he wrote "Leo" some five years back and didn't want to change the script much by adding extra elements and promised that "Kaithi 2" would be stronger than his previous films. ## The director also revealed that Thalapathy Vijay is happy with the success of "Leo", and also said that he saw the theatre response of the audience cheering for the movie. The success meeting of the film will happen in the next few days and Lokesh will also give a post-release interview to answer all the LCU theories in the film. ## Meanwhile, the blockbuster filmmaker will next direct superstar Rajinikanth for which the shoot will commence around March next year.## Stay tuned...

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1234 days ago

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Lokesh Kanagaraj Confirms Future Films In His Cinematic Universe (LCU)

BY SACNILK

Chennai, December 13 - Tamil director Lokesh Kanagaraj has made his mark in his little career so far and is finding himself standing with some of the most successful directors in the country. The last three films of Kanagaraj became huge hits at the box office and put him in the elite league. ## Lokesh is one of the directors in India who is creating his own cinematic universe. It was his "Kaithi" (2019), starring Karthi, which kickstarted LCU and the second film is Kamal Haasan's "Vikram", which was released in June this year. Before "Vikram", Lokesh directed Thalapathy Vijay in "Master" which was a standalone film. ## Going forward, Lokesh will only focus on the films that will feature in the Lokesh Cinematic Universe. The star filmmaker is currently busy with the pre-production work of Thalapathy Vijay's next. It will be the third film in the LCU. It will start filming after the release of Thalapathy's "Varisu". ## During the recent pep-talk at Director's Roundtable 2022 with noted film critic Anupama Chopra, Lokesh Kanagaraj shared his plans in the LCU. The director confirmed that after "Thalapathy 67", he will start Karthi's "Kaithi 2" and once he is done with this, he will focus on Kamal Haasan's "Vikram 2". ## In "Vikram", Tamil star Suriya played a theater-shaking cameo as Rolex. The cameo of Suriya as Rolex hinted that the character would play an important part in the LCU going forward, and the director himself has confirmed that he would be a standalone movie on Rolax.## Stay tuned...

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1313 days ago

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Karthi Reveals The Budget of The Sequel To His Smash Hit 'Kaithi' Will Be 10 Times Bigger

BY SACNILK

Chennai, September 25 - Director Lokesh Kangaraj's action thriller film Kaithi starring Karthi was a smash hit in Tamil and grossed over 100 crores at the worldwide box office. The movie is now getting ready for its sequel and this time, it will be bigger in scale and budget. ## Director Lokesh confirmed that he will start working on the Kaithi sequel after Thalapathy Vijay's upcoming film and in one of the recent interviews during Viruman promotions, Karthi confirmed that the sequel will go on floors by the second half of 2023. ## And now the actor, during Ponniyin Selvan 1 promotions, revealed that the scale and budget of the film will be 10 times bigger than the first part. While the official budget of the first part, which was released in 2019, wasn't revealed, it is believed to be approx. 25 crores, so the sequel could cost over 200 crores in the making. ## The sequel of Kaithi will focus on Dilli's (Karthi) backstory. "Dilli is a Kabbadi player and in jail, he won many cups by playing Kabaddi. In Kaithi, there is a bag with Dilli that contains a lot of cups he won from playing Kabaddi. I didn't explore this in the 1st part but in Kaithi 2 I will explore this background story", Lokesh had said previously. ## Kaithi 2 would take forward director's Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU), which began with its predecessor and the second film in it was Kamal Haasan's mega-blockbuster, Vikram, which was released earlier this year. Vikram sequel is also planned by Lokesh and this could feature Kamal Haasan, Karthi, and Suriya for the first time. ## Stay tuned...

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1359 days ago

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Karthi Confirms Kaithi 2 With Director Lokesh Kangaraj Will Start Rolling After Thalapathy 67

BY SACNILK

Chennai, August 10 - Tamil star Karthi is busy promoting his upcoming rural family drama film, Viruman, which is produced by his brother Suriya under the banner of 2D Entertainment. The movie is scheduled to release on August 12th in theaters worldwide. ## Meanwhile, the fans of Karthi have been waiting for the announcement of Kaithi which became the biggest hit of his career. After the success of the recently released, Vikram, the audience was confused as to when director Lokesh Kanagraj would start Kaithi 2 since Vikram and Kaithi are interlinked. ## While Lokesh has confirmed Kaithi 2 on multiple occasions, Karthi, during the promotion of Viruman in Kerala, confirmed that the shoot of Kaithi 2 will start after Lokesh is done with Thalapathy Vijay's next, which is expected to go on floors by the end of this year. Kaithi 2 undoubtedly has become the most-awaited Tamil movie that will surely do wonders at the box office. ## Director Lokesh's popularity has reached sky-high post-Vikram's success and the fans are keenly awaiting his next with Thalapathy Vijay. After Thalapathy 67, Lokesh will take up Kaithi 2 and then Vikram 2, to reach the conclusion of his own cinematic universe. ## Stay tuned...