Lokesh Kanagaraj: News

20 Dec 2024

Rajinikanth

'Jailer 2': Rajinikanth-Nelson's film to start filming in March

Superstar Rajinikanth and director Nelson Dilipkumar will start shooting for their next movie Jailer 2 in March 2025, industry tracker Manobala Vijayabalan reported.

12 Dec 2024

Anirudh Ravichander

Watch: Rajinikanth grooves to 'Chikitu Vibe' in stylish 'Coolie' promo

As superstar Rajinikanth celebrated his 74th birthday on Thursday, the makers of his upcoming Tamil action thriller, Coolie, released a special glimpse of the film.

12 Dec 2024

R Madhavan

'No clue': Madhavan denies playing villain in Raghava Lawrence's 'Benz'

Putting an end to recent speculation, R Madhavan has denied his involvement in the upcoming film Benz.

08 Dec 2024

Aamir Khan

Aamir to soon shoot for Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' in Jaipur: Report

Bollywood actor Aamir Khan is reportedly joining the cast of the much-anticipated Tamil film Coolie, which stars superstar Rajinikanth.

20 Nov 2024

China

Vijay Sethupathi's 'Maharaja' to hit massive 40K screens in China

The critically acclaimed Tamil film Maharaja, starring Vijay Sethupathi, will be released on a jaw-dropping 40,000 screens in China on November 29.

06 Nov 2024

Aamir Khan

When is Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' hitting theaters? Director Lokesh Kanagaraj reveals

The much-anticipated film Coolie, starring superstar Rajinikanth, is currently being shot in Chennai.

25 Oct 2024

Karthi

Karthi's Dilli will return for 'Kaithi 2,' confirms Lokesh Kanagaraj

On the fifth anniversary of the blockbuster action thriller Kaithi, director Lokesh Kanagaraj confirmed that actor Karthi will reprise his role as Dilli in the sequel, Kaithi 2.

24 Oct 2024

Adivi Sesh

Shruti Haasan backs out of 'Dacoit,' 'Chennai Story': Here's why

South sensation Shruti Haasan has reportedly backed out of her upcoming films, Dacoit: A Love Story and Chennai Story.

21 Oct 2024

Aamir Khan

Big! Anurag Basu pitches Kishore Kumar biopic to Aamir Khan

Aamir Khan, who recently wrapped up shooting for RS Prassana's Sitaare Zameen Par, is said to be eyeing a biopic on legendary singer Kishore Kumar as one of his next projects.

14 Oct 2024

Aamir Khan

Aamir teaming up with Lokesh for superhero film? Find out

Acclaimed actor Aamir Khan is reportedly in talks with director Lokesh Kanagaraj for a superhero film.

13 Oct 2024

Box Office

It's happening! Lokesh Kanagaraj confirms standalone Rolex film

Acclaimed filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj has announced his plans to develop a standalone film featuring the character Rolex, played by Suriya.

13 Oct 2024

Aamir Khan

Aamir to shoot for cameo in Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' next week

Bollywood megastar Aamir Khan is all set to begin shooting for his role in the upcoming movie Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj.

13 Oct 2024

Box Office

Lokesh Kanagaraj teases 'Leo' sequel; will Vijay return

Tamil filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj has hinted at a possible sequel to his 2023 blockbuster Leo, starring Thalapathy Vijay.

04 Oct 2024

Amitabh Bachchan

Rajinikanth discharged from hospital after heart procedure

Veteran actor Rajinikanth, who was hospitalized on September 30 for a cardiac procedure, has been discharged and is now recuperating at his Poes Garden residence in Chennai.

03 Oct 2024

Amitabh Bachchan

'Vettaiyan': Runtime, certification, and full cast details revealed

The much-anticipated action-drama flick Vettaiyan, featuring superstar Rajinikanth, is all set to hit the screens on October 10.

02 Oct 2024

Apollo Hospitals

Rajinikanth hospitalized: PM Modi, Kamal Haasan, Vijay wish speedy recovery

Superstar Rajinikanth was admitted to Apollo Hospitals in Chennai on Monday evening due to a swelling in the main blood vessel (aorta) leaving his heart.

01 Oct 2024

Amitabh Bachchan

Rajinikanth was admitted due to swelling in aorta, reveals hospital

Tamil cinema icon Rajinikanth was admitted to Apollo Hospitals in Chennai on Monday evening after reportedly experiencing stomach pain.

01 Oct 2024

Aamir Khan

Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' to Aamir Khan film: Lokesh Kanagaraj's exciting slate 

Acclaimed director Lokesh Kanagaraj, who made waves with his debut feature Maanagaram and several successful films, is gearing up for an exciting lineup of projects.

09 Sep 2024

Amitabh Bachchan

Did you catch Anirudh's cameo in Rajinikanth's 'Vettaiyan' song

The first song from the highly-anticipated Rajinikanth-starrer Vettaiyan, titled Manasilaayo, was unveiled on Monday.

02 Sep 2024

Aamir Khan

Rajinikanth is unrecognizable as Deva in 'Coolie' poster

Superstar Rajinikanth's look from his upcoming film Coolie was unveiled by director Lokesh Kanagaraj on social media.

30 Aug 2024

Rajinikanth

Shruti joins Rajinikanth's 'Coolie'—First look as Preethi will captivate you

The upcoming film Coolie, starring superstar Rajinikanth, has added two more big names to its star-studded cast.

29 Aug 2024

Rajinikanth

Nagarjuna joins Rajinikanth's 'Coolie'—First look as 'bad boy' Simon revealed!

The much-anticipated action drama, Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, has officially added popular Telugu star Akkineni Nagarjuna to its star-studded cast.

27 Aug 2024

Aamir Khan

30-years later, Aamir, Rajinikanth to share screen in 'Coolie': Report

Superstar Rajinikanth is currently filming for his next project, Coolie (Thalaivar 171), in Vizag.

27 Aug 2024

Prabhu Deva

Vijay's 'GOAT' pulls in ₹1.75cr from US premieres before release

Thalapathy Vijay's highly anticipated film, The Greatest of All Time (GOAT), is generating unprecedented excitement.

19 Aug 2024

Aamir Khan

Aamir Khan-Lokesh Kanagaraj teaming up for pan-India film? Find out

Bollywood actor Aamir Khan is reportedly in talks with renowned Tamil filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj for a pan-India project.

07 Jul 2024

Fahadh Faasil

Fahadh Faasil joining Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' after 'Vettaiyan'? Insiders say so

Malayalam actor Fahadh Faasil, who is currently working on Rajinikanth's Vettaiyan, is rumored to have been approached for another project with the 73-year-old superstar.

27 May 2024

Rajinikanth

Rajinikanth-Sathyaraj reunite for 'Coolie' after nearly 4 decades, say reports 

After a gap of almost 40 years, veteran actors Rajinikanth and Sathyaraj are set to share the screen in the upcoming film Coolie.

01 May 2024

Rajinikanth

Ilaiyaraaja issues legal notice to Lokesh Kanagaraj-Rajinikanth's 'Coolie': Here's why

Renowned composer Ilaiyaraaja has reportedly issued a legal notice to Sun Pictures, the production house behind Lokesh Kanagaraj's upcoming film Coolie, featuring Rajinikanth.

22 Apr 2024

Rajinikanth

Lokesh Kanagaraj-Rajinikanth's 'Thalaivar 171' is now titled 'Coolie'; watch teaser

The official title teaser for Thalaivar 171, a highly-anticipated film starring legendary actor Rajinikanth and directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, is finally out!

22 Apr 2024

Rajinikanth

Burning questions that'll be answered by 'Thalaivar 171' teaser 

The title teaser of Thalaivar 171, the long-awaited film featuring superstar Rajinikanth and directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, is set to release on Monday at 6:00pm.

14 Apr 2024

Deadpool

'Benz': Lokesh Kanagaraj's G Squad announces film with Raghava Lawrence

On Tamil New Year on Sunday, G Squad—the production company led by acclaimed filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj—announced its second venture titled Benz.

25 Mar 2024

Kamal Haasan

Shruti Haasan's 'Inimel': Lokesh Kanagaraj's acting debut is impressive

Lokesh Kanagaraj is a big name in Tamil cinema and now after donning the hats of director and producer, he has made his acting debut.

16 Jan 2024

Vijay

'Leo': Netizens react as Vijay-Trisha lip-lock axed on TV 

Thalapathy Vijay's hit film Leo recently made its television debut on Sun TV during the Pongal festival.

09 Jan 2024

Vijay Sethupathi

Will Vijay Sethupathi continue in Lokesh Cinematic Universe? Actor reveals

Acclaimed actor Vijay Sethupathi is generating buzz as he gears up for the release of his upcoming film, Merry Christmas.

21 Dec 2023

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Fight Club' has bleak chances of revival

Lokesh Kanagaraj is an established name in Tamil cinema and when his name gets associated with a project, the hype is quite high. Fight Club was one such project that unfortunately fell flat on its face owing to negative word of mouth.

20 Dec 2023

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Fight Club' is fighting for survival

Tamil cinema's newest offering Fight Club has been quite underwhelming and has not been able to perform as per the hype.

19 Dec 2023

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Fight Club' fights for stability

Tamil cinema is known for its distinct storytelling and the recent offering, Fight Club proved the same. The Lokesh Kanagaraj-bankrolled project had the potential but fell prey to stereotypes.

18 Dec 2023

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Fight Club' fizzles out amid negative buzz

Fight Club is a cult film globally and ever since Tamil cinema announced a film of the same title, the buzz was quite high. With Lokesh Kanagaraj bankrolling it, fans expected another impressive project, but the film has disappointed the viewers.

20 Nov 2023

OTT releases

Finally! Vijay's 'Leo' is releasing on OTT; date inside

Thalapathy Vijay's recent blockbuster Leo, helmed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, is gearing up for its OTT premiere on Netflix.

19 Nov 2023

Women Safety

After sexist remarks about Trisha, Mansoor Ali Khan issues statement

Actor-politician Mansoor Ali Khan found himself in the eye of the storm on Saturday after a video of him passing sexist and crass comments against his Leo co-actor Trisha.

14 Nov 2023

OTT releases

'Thalapathy' Vijay's 'Leo' OTT release date is out

Thalapathy Vijay is a force of nature and he proves it every time with his movies. His latest action thriller Leo has been a money spinner at the box office and has emerged to be a viewers' favorite.

10 Nov 2023

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Leo' magic to charm for more days

Vijay is a force of nature and he has been the quintessential superstar of Tamil cinema in the truest sense. His collaboration with Lokesh Kanagaraj was highly anticipated and it translated to reality with Leo.

09 Nov 2023

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Leo' holds the fort with grace

Thalapathy Vijay is one of the greatest superstars of Tamil cinema for decades now. The actor is known for his down-to-earth stature and his connection with fans. His recent release Leo has emerged to be a blockbuster and is currently marching toward the Rs. 350 crore mark.

08 Nov 2023

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Leo' keeps roaring at the commercial front

Thalapathy Vijay is a force of nature and the ruler of hearts in Tamil cinema. For decades, he has been a commercially successful superstar and has maintained the streak with the recently released actioner Leo.

07 Nov 2023

Tamil Cinema

'Leo' is a David Cronenberg tribute, says Lokesh Kanagaraj

Lokesh Kanagaraj is currently basking in the success of his recent action thriller Leo featuring Thalapathy Vijay.

07 Nov 2023

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Leo' is indomitable on 3rd Monday

Thalapathy Vijay is all about stardom, aura, and love. The superstar has been ruling Tamil cinema for years and his recent release Leo is no exception. In its third week, the film is experiencing a massive hold at the box office.

06 Nov 2023

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Leo' grows by folds on 3rd weekend

Thalapathy Vijay is nothing short of a phenomenon and he proved the same with Leo. The film holds momentum on weekdays and shows exponential growth on weekends.

03 Nov 2023

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Leo' is putting up a great fight

Thalapathy Vijay is one of the biggest names in Tamil cinema. The superstar has been ruling the films and the hearts of his fans for decades now. His recent release Leo was in the buzz and it has been on a money-minting spree ever since its release.

02 Nov 2023

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Leo' holds the fort quite strong

Thalapathy Vijay is the epitome of superstardom in Tamil cinema. The actor is known for delivering blockbusters and his recent release Leo is no exception. Vijay's entry into Lokesh Cinematic Universe has been one of the most anticipated things so far and fans have gone gaga.

01 Nov 2023

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Leo' holds the fort with ease

Thalapathy Vijay is a force of nature and he proved it again with his latest release Leo. The movie has been in the buzz for a long time as it marked the highly anticipated second collaboration between Vijay and Lokesh Kanagaraj.

31 Oct 2023

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Leo' shows phenomenal hold on second Monday

The two big forces of Tamil cinema—Thalapathy Vijay and Lokesh Kanagaraj—joined hands and gave birth to a massive cinematic spectacle, Leo. The movie was in the buzz as it marked Vijay's entry into the celebrated Lokesh Cinematic Universe.

30 Oct 2023

Vijay

Box office: Lokesh Kanagaraj-Vijay's' 'Leo' earns this blockbuster feat

Thalapathy Vijay's latest action-packed thriller Leo, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, has emerged as an unstoppable force at the box office.

29 Oct 2023

Box Office

Vijay's 'Leo' eyeing Rs. 300cr in India: Film's record-breaking feats

Vijay's latest action-packed thriller, Leo, saw a huge surge in collections on Saturday (day 10) after a brief dip in earnings on Thursday and Friday.

25 Oct 2023

Box Office

Box office: 'Leo' edges closer to Rs. 250cr in India

Vijay's action-packed spectacle, Leo—released last Thursday (October 19)—has proved to be an unstoppable force at the box office.

24 Oct 2023

Anirudh Ravichander

Composer Anirudh Ravichander accused of plagiarizing song in Vijay's 'Leo'

Renowned Tamil composer Anirudh Ravichander is currently facing allegations of plagiarism over a song in his latest film, Leo, which stars Vijay.

24 Oct 2023

Vijay

'Thalapathy 68': Prabhu Deva, Sneha, Laila join Vijay's next film

Amid the raging success of Leo, actor Vijay's fans have another reason to rejoice.

24 Oct 2023

Box Office

Box office: Vijay's 'Leo' joins Rs. 200cr club in India

Kollywood director Lokesh Kanagaraj's latest film, Leo, starring superstar Vijay and Sanjay Dutt, has set the box office on fire.

23 Oct 2023

Box Office

Box office: 'Leo' becomes Vijay's biggest worldwide grosser—crosses Rs. 400cr

Thalapathy Vijay's Leo is on a record-breaking spree!

22 Oct 2023

Box Office Collection

Box office: 'Leo' slows down, still crosses Rs. 140cr

Thalapathy Vijay made a much-anticipated return to the big screens with the action-thriller Leo on Thursday (October 19).

21 Oct 2023

Box Office

Box office: 'Leo' crosses Rs. 100cr mark despite 45% dip

Director Lokesh Kanagaraj's Leo, featuring Thalapathy Vijay, made its highly-anticipated theatrical debut on Thursday (October 19).

19 Oct 2023

Movie Review

Vijay's 'Leo' review: An out-and-about 'masala' mass entertainer

Vijay has made his grand entry into the Lokesh Cinematic Universe with Leo: Bloody Sweet, and it's no ordinary entry. The opening scene itself paves the way for a high-octane actioner.

18 Oct 2023

Vijay

Chaos surrounds 'Leo': No early 7:00am shows in Tamil Nadu

Lokesh Kanagaraj's Leo is shrouded in controversy just a day before its release on Thursday.

18 Oct 2023

Box Office Collection

Box office buzz: 'Leo' outperforms 'Jawan' in advance ticket sales

Thalapathy Vijay's upcoming film Leo has broken a new record by outpacing Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan in advance ticket sales.

17 Oct 2023

Box Office Collection

Box office buzz: 'Leo' aims to beat 'Pathaan's collection

Thalapathy Vijay is a force of nature and his ardent fans are eagerly waiting for his upcoming film Leo.

16 Oct 2023

Prabhas

Will Lokesh Kanagaraj's film with Prabhas conclude LCU? Director responds

Lokesh Kanagaraj is currently in the buzz for Leo, fronted by Thalapathy Vijay.

14 Oct 2023

Vijay

Thalapathy Vijay's 'Leo' rakes in Rs. 2.8cr via advance bookings

Excitement is building for the Tamil film Leo, starring Thalapathy Vijay, as it gears up for its theatrical debut on Thursday (October 19).

11 Oct 2023

Vijay

Tamil Nadu government approves special screenings for Vijay-Lokesh Kanagaraj's 'Leo'

Leo, the larger-than-life action-packed extravaganza by Thalapathy Vijay and Lokesh Kanagaraj, is set to release on October 19.

05 Oct 2023

Tamil Cinema

'Leo' trailer: 'Thalapathy' Vijay vengeful avatar comes today

Thalapathy Vijay is currently the talk of the town and fans are super excited as the actor is gearing up for his next release, Leo directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj.

05 Oct 2023

Tamil Cinema

'Leo' poster: Trisha Krishnan looks curious yet shocked

The highly anticipated trailer for Thalapathy Vijay's upcoming film Leo is set to be unveiled on Thursday, and fans are buzzing with excitement. Adding to the intrigue, a new poster featuring actor Trisha Krishnan has been released where she looks shellshocked leading fans to speculate about the scene.

27 Sep 2023

Vijay

Political pressure caused 'Leo's audio launch cancellation? Here's the truth

Thalapathy Vijay's fans were in for a shock when the makers of his highly-anticipated film Leo: Bloody Sweet called off the audio launch. The event was expected to take place in Chennai on Saturday (September 30), tickets for which were already sold.

21 Sep 2023

Vijay

'Leo' Hindi poster: Vijay fights it out with Sanjay Dutt   

After unveiling the Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada posters recently, the makers of the highly anticipated cinematic venture Leo revealed the Hindi poster of the upcoming action-thriller on Thursday evening at 6:00pm.

17 Sep 2023

Vikram (the movie)

SIIMA-2023: 'PS-I,' 'Vikram' win big, Kamal Haasan bags 2 awards

The second day of the 11th South Indian International Movie Awards (SIIMA) was held in Dubai on Saturday night.

13 Sep 2023

Tamil Cinema

Vijay's 'Leo' to release in UK with zero cuts

The highly anticipated film Leo by director Lokesh Kanagaraj, starring Thalapathy Vijay, is set to release worldwide on October 19.

11 Sep 2023

Tamil Cinema

CONFIRMED! Rajinikanth to star in Lokesh Kanagaraj's 'Thalaivar 171'

Official! Rajinikanth is set to collaborate with Lokesh Kanagaraj for a movie tentatively titled Thalaivar 171.

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