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Ravi Mohan joins LCU with Benz days after announcing acting break amid divorce from Aarti Ravi, breakup with Keneeshaa

Ravi Mohan joins LCU with Benz days after announcing acting break amid divorce from Aarti Ravi, breakup with Keneeshaa

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Actor Ravi Mohan made news earlier this month when he passionately announced to the press that he would not release his films in theatres until he resolves his divorce from estranged wife Aarti Ravi. Days after that, Lokesh Kanagaraj welcomed the actor into the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU) with Benz. Lokesh Kanagaraj welcomed Ravi Mohan onboard Benz from LCU. Lokesh Kanagaraj welcomes Ravi Mohan to LCU On Sunday, Lokesh made a surprising announcement that Ravi has been roped in to star in Benz from the LCU. Posting pictures of the actor shooting for the film, he wrote, “Welcome to the universe @iam_RaviMohan sir (hug and heart emojis).” Raghava Lawrence, the film’s lead, also welcomed him onboard, writing, “Happy to welcome you onboard Brother @iam_RaviMohan (fire emoji) #benz.” Given that Ravi had announced a break so publicly, fans were confused. “Is he okay now?” wondered one fan on X (formerly Twitter), while another wrote, “So #RaviMohan is back to form with physically and mentally?” When Ravi Mohan claimed he wouldn’t release films until divorce Earlier this …

Did Lokesh Kanagaraj initially plan LCU with two timelines following Kaithi and Vikram films? Here’s what we know

Did Lokesh Kanagaraj initially plan LCU with two timelines following Kaithi and Vikram films? Here’s what we know

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Director Lokesh Kanagaraj began the Lokesh Kanagaraj Cinematic Universe (LCU), connecting the films Kaithi, Vikram, and Leo. Now, the filmmaker’s co-writer and director Rathna Kumar has revealed that they initially had different plans for the LCU, which was supposed to begin with Suriya’s Rolex. Rathna Kumar about Lokesh Kanagaraj’s initial plans for LCU Speaking with Little Talks, Rathna Kumar said, “The story was initially planned to begin with the Rolex character. The idea was to have two timelines: the Kaithi timeline and the Vikram timeline, which would converge through a common antagonist, Rolex. Through this, the universe was intended to be created, leading to the birth of the LCU.” The writer-director added, “Initially, Lokesh Kanagaraj narrated a completely different story to Kamal Haasan. At that time, Kamal Haasan suggested the idea of a Vikram prequel and sequel. Lokesh liked the concept and requested more time to develop it into a full-fledged story. Through that process, Vikram took shape.” For those unaware, the LCU (Lokesh Cinematic Universe) is a series of interconnected films created by filmmaker …

Dilli teaser censor certificate leaked; fans convinced they’re getting Kaithi 2: ‘LCU is back’

Dilli teaser censor certificate leaked; fans convinced they’re getting Kaithi 2: ‘LCU is back’

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A leaked censor certificate was all it took to reignite hope among Lokesh Kanagaraj’s fans that he is indeed giving them Kaithi 2 with Karthi after all. Despite the director recently announcing a film with Allu Arjun, fans remain hopeful for the revival of LCU (Lokesh Cinematic Universe) after it seemed to go off the rails. Karthi in a still from Lokesh Kanagaraj’s 2019 hit Kaithi, which saw him play a freshly released prisoner. Dilli teaser censored by CBFC Dream Warrior Pictures, which produced the 2019 hit Kaithi, submitted a 30-second video titled Dilli teaser to the Central Board of Film Certification. It was certified on February 19, and the CBFC awarded with a U certificate. The information was spotted on the CBFC website. While the name Kaithi doesn’t feature anywhere on the certificate, Karthi’s character’s name in the film just so happens to be Dilli. This was enough of a hint for fans to get excited that they might just get the film they have been waiting for. Internet reacts to leaked certificate As …

Lokesh Kanagaraj confirms he left Rajinikanth-Kamal Haasan film: ‘They wanted a light-hearted movie but…’

Lokesh Kanagaraj confirms he left Rajinikanth-Kamal Haasan film: ‘They wanted a light-hearted movie but…’

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Director Lokesh Kanagaraj is all set to helm the upcoming Allu Arjun film, tentatively titled AA23. Now, in a recent press interaction, the filmmaker revealed that he had initially planned to work with Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan but eventually opted out of the project. Lokesh Kanagaraj confirms opting out of Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan starrer movie Speaking to the media, Lokesh Kanagaraj said, “After the release of Coolie, Rajinikanth sir and Kamal Haasan sir asked me to do a film with them together. It was a huge opportunity for me, and even though I was considering Kaithi 2 as my next project, I sought permission from the Kaithi makers to postpone it so that I could work on this project.” “I worked sincerely on the script for one and a half months, with both the actors being extremely excited about it. However, after having done back-to-back action movies, I realised that they wanted a light-hearted film, but I don’t know how to make one. I conveyed this honestly to them and stepped out of the …

Is Kaithi 2 still on cards? Karthi breaks silence after Lokesh Kanagaraj announces next movie AA23 with Allu Arjun

Is Kaithi 2 still on cards? Karthi breaks silence after Lokesh Kanagaraj announces next movie AA23 with Allu Arjun

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Karthi is currently basking in the success of his latest movie, Vaa Vaathiyaar, directed by Nalan Kumarasamy. However, many fans are still curious about the sequel to Kaithi and whether he and Lokesh Kanagaraj will reunite for Kaithi 2. Now, the Meiyazhagan actor himself has broken his silence on the matter. Is Kaithi 2 still on cards for Karthi and Lokesh Kanagaraj? Karthi was recently spotted at a theatre where he attended a screening of Vaa Vaathiyaar. As he was leaving the venue, several media personnel approached him, with one reporter inquiring about Kaithi 2, especially since Lokesh Kanagaraj has announced his next directorial after Coolie as the Allu Arjun starrer AA23. In response, Karthi said, “That he (Lokesh) will have to say,” and walked away. Additionally, the actor also reacted to how grateful he feels that Vaa Vaathiyaar has received a positive response from audiences after its release. About Kaithi 2 Kaithi 2 is the much-awaited sequel to the 2019 blockbuster Kaithi, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. The first film featured the story of an …

EXCLUSIVE: Nani on his chances of being part of cinematic universes, especially LCU: ‘I really like Lokesh Kanagaraj’s work…’

EXCLUSIVE: Nani on his chances of being part of cinematic universes, especially LCU: ‘I really like Lokesh Kanagaraj’s work…’

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Nani is all set to hit the big screens this year on May 1 with his movie HIT: The Third Case. Ahead of its release, the actor was roped in for an exclusive interview with Pinkvilla, where he spilled the details on future possibilities of being part of cinematic universes like the LCU. Talking about the same, Nani said, “Cinematic universes are interesting, especially influenced by Western films. Many talented filmmakers are coming forward with it, like Lokesh Kanagaraj and Prasanth Varma. Anything which excites the audience to come to the theaters or excites them about the project itself is good for cinema.” Continuing on the same, Nani was asked whether he’d like to be part of any such universes, to which he replied, “I am already part of a cop universe (HIT), so I wouldn’t probably be part of Rohit Shetty’s. However, I really like Lokesh Kanagaraj’s work; if something happens, it happens, and I’ll be very happy to be part of it.” The actor added that if something falls into place in Hindi …

Throwback: When Lokesh Kanagaraj REVEALED he wanted to cast Fahadh Faasil in a cop drama titled Mufti

Throwback: When Lokesh Kanagaraj REVEALED he wanted to cast Fahadh Faasil in a cop drama titled Mufti

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Lokesh Kanagaraj remains one of the most celebrated filmmakers in South Indian cinema. The talented director has secured a special place in the hearts of many, thanks to his power-packed action films, which have consistently created wonders at the box office. However, there was a time when Lokesh was keen on casting a particular star in one of his projects and had even written a full-fledged script for the same. In an older interview during an event for his film Leo, Lokesh Kanagaraj expressed his desire to collaborate with Malayalam star Fahadh Faasil, who is known for delivering some of the most spectacular performances. The Coolie director revealed that he had written the script for a cop drama named Mufti, envisioning Fahadh in the role of a policeman. The plot revolves around his misfit uniform, which, when sent for alteration, triggers a chaotic series of events within a span of two hours. He had said, “I had written Mufti keeping Fahadh Faasil in mind. It’s a story that revolves around a policeman’s uniform. The uniform …

Kanchana 4: Raghava Lawrence starrer to feature Pooja Hegde and Nora Fatehi in lead roles; Reports

Kanchana 4: Raghava Lawrence starrer to feature Pooja Hegde and Nora Fatehi in lead roles; Reports

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Raghava Lawrence’s much-celebrated horror comedy franchise Kanchana (Muni) is likely to get its 5th installment soon. As per ongoing reports, the makers of the film have roped in actors Pooja Hegde and Nora Fatehi for the leading roles in the movie. As per a report by Hindustan Times, both Pooja Hegde and Nora Fatehi have given their nods to the project with an official confirmation yet to be made. Moreover, the report also specified that the film will be directed by Lawrence himself who is likely to play the protagonist similar to previous ventures. Additionally, another report by Track Tollywood specifies that the movie would be made on a grand scale, making it a pan-Indian venture. However, an official confirmation about the same is yet to be made by the makers and the actors. Earlier in the day, there were several reports that Mrunal Thakur might be playing the lead role in the horror comedy franchise’s upcoming installment. However, this was later debunked by the actress and Raghava Lawrence. The Muni/Kanchana film series was created …

EXCLUSIVE: Rajinikanth and Aamir Khan in Jaipur for a 10-day shoot of Coolie; details inside

EXCLUSIVE: Rajinikanth and Aamir Khan in Jaipur for a 10-day shoot of Coolie; details inside

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Rajinikanth is all prepped up for the shoot of Coolie in Jaipur as the superstar reached his destination recently. Now, as per our sources, the actor is set to shoot for 10 days in the city where Aamir Khan is also set to share the screen with him for a cameo appearance. As the shoot of Coolie is progressing at a rapid pace, we at Pinkvilla have also learned that the PK actor is set to do another film with director Lokesh Kanagaraj soon. Watch Rajinikanth reaching Jaipur here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pinkvilla South (@pinkvillasouth) ALSO READ: Chiranjeevi celebrates Pushpa 2’s box office success with Allu Arjun amid reports of latter’s rift with the Mega family Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Aasa Kooda-Fame Sai Abhyankar On Joining Lokesh Kanagaraj’s LCU With Benz: ‘I Was Mind-Blown’ | Exclusive

Aasa Kooda-Fame Sai Abhyankar On Joining Lokesh Kanagaraj’s LCU With Benz: ‘I Was Mind-Blown’ | Exclusive

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Last Updated:November 30, 2024, 20:21 IST With just two singles, 20-year-old composer Sai Abhyankar has turned many heads worldwide. He is next making his debut as a composer in the film Benz, which is part of Lokesh Kanagaraj’s cinematic universe. , Sai Abhyankar is making his film debut as a composer with the film Benz. In Tamil cinema, the sophomore project determines the longevity of a person’s career more than one’s debut. The popular reason is that the first project will be the fruit of life-long labour, but the second project will reveal the real grit of the individual. If one has to go by that yardstick, Sai Abhyankar is a real talent. After the success of his debut song Katchi Sera, he came up with Aasa Kooda, which created the same impact as the former. In ten months, Katchi Sera has garnered 191 million views on YouTube, while Aasa Kooda has raked in 167 million views in just five months. Now, Sai Abhyankar has opened a new chapter in his career as he …