Lokesh Kanagaraj has not confirmed his next directorial after the disappointing Leo and Coolie. He is now focusing on his acting debut with the film DC, directed by Arun Matheshwaran.
Fans are waiting for clarity about his future as a director.
There is strong speculation that Lokesh Kanagaraj met Allu Arjun recently. Reports suggest their collaboration is almost locked. The project may be backed by Mythri Movie Makers. An official announcement could arrive soon.
Buzz also states that the movie will be based on Lokesh Kanagaraj's dream script Irumbu Kai Maayavi. The script was initially planned for Suriya. The shoot is expected to begin in July 2026 and wrap by March 2027.
Fans are divided on this development. Supporters of Lokesh Kanagaraj and Allu Arjun are excited about the potential collaboration. Others on social media are criticising the director.
The criticism mainly comes from fans of Kaithi 2. They worry that if this new film starts in 2026, Kaithi 2 will be delayed again. Some even fear that the project could be skipped if another star-driven opportunity arises later.
They also feel Lokesh Kanagaraj is losing his identity by moving away from his cinematic universe. According to them, choosing films led by star heroes signals he wants to be seen as a star director and earn more than build his universe.
At present, there is no official confirmation from the director or Allu Arjun. Only time will tell if Irumbu Kai Maayavi will feature the duo and how the project will shape their future careers.