Is the Lokesh Cinematic Universe nearing its end? Kaithi, Vikram’s director breaks silence
Director Lokesh Kanagaraj has dismissed speculations that Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU) will end after Benz. He said that Kaithi 2, Vikram 2, Rolex and Benz remain part of his plans despite his other commitments.
Director Lokesh Kanagaraj has said that the Lokesh Cinematic Universe, or LCU, is not ending, putting an end to recent speculations about its future. The buzz has gained momentum as the filmmaker is busy with several other projects including his acting debut, raising the question whether the universe will continue after Raghava Lawrence’s film. Benz.
Speaking at a recent event, in comments made in a video posted by GalattaLokesh said that the question of closing LCU does not arise. He said, “There was talk around that LCU has been shut down and everything. If that happens I will shut down GSquad (their production house), but I can’t shut down LCU. At first, I didn’t even take its name; it was a tag given by fans online, and I adopted it. I’m still following it.”
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He also pointed to the projects still pending within the franchise and said that he could not suddenly walk away from them. “I can’t come out and suddenly say, no, I’m not making any more films at LCU. No matter what kathy 2, Vikram 2Or the Rolex standalone film, those are all my commitments. LCU is not closed; This will continue. I will work on this after completing Allu Arjun sir’s film. Too, BenzIt is happening under my production banner, and that too LCU is a part of,” said the filmmaker.
The shared universe began kathyStarring Karthi in 2019. it expanded VikramStarring Kamal Haasan, in 2022, and leoStarring Vijay in 2023. Lokesh had remained silent on the next installment for some time before announcing it. Benz In 2024. He is producing the film, which is directed by Bakkiaraj Kannan and stars Raghava Lawrence and Ravi Mohan. The film does not have a release date yet, although it was expected to be released in 2026.
Lokesh’s last film was released in 2025 CoolieUnder the leadership of Rajinikanth. Now she is all set to start her acting career with Arun Matheswaran DCIn which Vamika Gabbi is his co-star. This film is going to be released on 31st July.
He is also preparing to return to direction with an action film starring Allu Arjun, tentatively titled AA23. With that line-up, there was confusion over when he would return to his films with Karthi and Kamal Haasan. rolexMeanwhile, there is a spin-off from VikramIn which Surya is playing the lead role.