Director Lokesh Kanagaraj has directed several successful films, including Leo, Vikram and Kaithi . Despite his directorial accomplishments, Kaithi remains a fan favorite and holds a special place as the film is considered the beginning film of LCU (Lokesh Cinematic Universe). Known for his unique storytelling approach, Lokesh crafts narratives from unconventional perspectives, setting him apart as a director and has a huge fan base for his direction.
Previously, Lokesh has mentioned that he intends to direct only 10 films within the LCU.
“I don’t have plans to do a lot of films in my career. When I entered the industry, I just wanted to try my hand at cinema. I want to do films within LCU only. I want to live up to the expectations of LCU fans. I will do ten films and quit”.
This declaration sparked curiosity and excitement among fans regarding his future projects. Given the interconnected nature of LCU films, audiences are particularly intrigued about the possibility of sequels or connections between Leo, Vikram, and Kaithi. Fans eagerly await any hints about potential follow-ups or intertwining storylines.
Arjun Das About Kaithi 2
Arjun Das, famous for his role as a villain in Kaithi and Master spilled some beans about the much-awaited sequel, Kaithi 2. Despite his buzz around his upcoming film Rasavathi which sets to hit screens on May 10, Das couldn’t resist giving fans a peek into the storyline of Kaithi 2.
In a recent chat with Pinkvilla, Arjun Das hinted at the plot of the sequel saying Lokesh Kanagaraj had already planted the seeds for a follow-up while filming the first part. Kaithi 2 is poised to dive deep into Dilli’s past, unveiling the events that tie him to Adaikalam and Anbu.
Moreover, Das hinted at a possibility of standalone films for characters from LCU, like Rolex or Leo Das. He even teased the idea of a sequel to Vikram. However, Kanagaraj is yet to spill the beans on his next project.
Lokesh Kanagaraj and Karthi
After directing Leo, Lokesh is currently working on ” Coolie”, starring Rajinikanth. The film is yet to have any other announcements then the first look. On April , Lokesh released the teaser of Coolie which has left fans eager for more. But once Coolie wraps up, all bets are on Kaithi 2 taking center stage.
Meanwhile, Karthi was last seen in a film called Japan. He is currently shooting for ,” Mei Azhagan ” by Prem Kumar. It is said that the actor will be doing two sequels, ” Sardar 2″ and ” Kaithi 2″.
Kaithi
Kaithi hit theaters back in October 2019 and won hearts with its gritty storyline. Starring Karthi in the lead, alongside Arjun Das and a stellar supporting cast, the film became a fan favorite.
The plot of the film revolves around Dilli (Karthi), an ex-convict who, upon being released from jail, yearns to meet his daughter for the first time. However, Inspector Bejoy’s plan to carry out a drug raid with a deadly gang disrupts his attempt.
Sources: Yahoo Entertainment , PinkVilla
