Lokesh Kanagaraj likely to team up with Rajinikanth after Thalapathy Vijay’s Leo; Confirms sequel to Kaithi

There’s exciting news for fans of both the Lokesh Cinematic Universe and Rajinikanth, as it appears that director Lokesh Kanagaraj may collaborate with the legendary actor for a film after completing Thalapathy Vijay’s “Leo.” Speculations about their potential collaboration have been buzzing for some time, and Lokesh himself confirmed the possibility during a recent press interaction.

While questioned about the rumored project with Rajinikanth, Lokesh neither confirmed nor denied the collaboration. Instead, he mentioned that the production team would make the official announcement when the time is right, refraining from divulging any further details.

In addition to the exciting prospect of working with Rajinikanth, Lokesh also confirmed that a sequel to his beloved film “Kaithi” is in the works. Despite the successes of his subsequent films, “Master” and “Vikram,” “Kaithi” remains a fan favorite, having garnered immense love and appreciation from the audience. The film marked the beginning of the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU), showcasing his directorial prowess.

The reference to “Kaithi” during Kamal Haasan’s “Vikram” received a remarkable response from the audience, further highlighting the film’s enduring popularity. Even though it initially clashed with Thalapathy Vijay’s “Bigil” at the box office, “Kaithi” managed to win hearts and become a cherished gem.

As Lokesh eagerly awaits the release of his fifth directorial venture, “Leo,” fans can now look forward to the possibility of witnessing Rajinikanth and Lokesh’s collaboration unfold on the big screen, along with the highly anticipated “Kaithi” sequel.