After two disappointing releases, Leo and Coolie, Lokesh Kanagaraj is set to appear as an actor in Kollywood with DC, directed by Arun Matheswaran. This marks a shift in his career while he navigates a turbulent phase.
Lokesh earlier stated in interviews that Kaithi 2 would be his next project after Coolie. But the situation changed post-release. He pursued a Kamal Haasan-Rajinikanth reunion project, but the film went to another director. Kaithi 2 also stalled due to reported creative differences between teams involved.
There has been no official confirmation, but industry buzz suggests both films stopped progressing after Coolie. These rumours continue to dominate fan discussions.
Now, a new wave of speculation says Lokesh Kanagaraj is gearing up to direct a standalone Telugu film starring Allu Arjun. Fans expect an announcement soon, and the rumour gained strong traction online.
This has triggered debate in Kollywood circles. Many believe Lokesh is drifting away from the Lokesh Cinematic Universe at a time when he was at peak momentum. Fans still wait for Kaithi 2, Vikram 2 and Rolex, yet he appears focused on new star-driven projects.
Some feel Lokesh is repeating the same pattern even while facing criticism after Leo and Coolie. They argue he should prioritise his universe films instead of chasing top-tier stars.
There is no official clarity yet. Fans now wait to see whether the Allu Arjun project materialises and what direction Lokesh Kanagaraj’s career takes next.
