Lokesh Kanagaraj, currently promoting his highly anticipated film Coolie, has made headlines with his latest comments about Kaithi 2. During an interview, the director was asked if he felt any pressure working with Karthi on the sequel after directing top stars like Vijay, Kamal Haasan, and Rajinikanth in recent projects.
The interviewer referred to Karthi as a “second-category star,” sparking controversy. Lokesh Kanagaraj strongly dismissed the notion, stating that for him, Karthi is a big star because he trusted him and gave him his first large-scale project. Lokesh further added that he does not believe in “Tier 1 or Tier 2” classifications and emphasized that Kaithi itself grossed over ₹100 crores during its release. He confidently predicted that Kaithi 2 would take Karthi into the next league of stardom.
Fans have widely praised Lokesh for his comments, appreciating his humility and loyalty, especially in an industry where many top directors move away from mid-tier actors after achieving success. Meanwhile, the interviewer has faced criticism for what many called an “inappropriate” question that undermines Karthi’s stature as a leading actor.
As Lokesh wraps up Coolie, all eyes are now on Kaithi 2. The sequel is one of the most awaited films in the Lokesh Cinematic Universe, and it remains to be seen if it can surpass the phenomenal success of the original and solidify Karthi’s position as a pan-Indian star.
