Lokesh Kanagaraj: News
Lokesh Kanagaraj opens up about Vijay's future in LCU
Acclaimed Tamil director Lokesh Kanagaraj, who has been busy with his upcoming film Coolie for two years, recently spoke about his cinematic journey and the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU) at an event at PSG College.
Massive collection: Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' sells tickets worth $5,00,000 in US
The advance bookings for superstar Rajinikanth's upcoming film Coolie have begun in the overseas markets, including the UK and the US.
Lokesh Kanagaraj teases another project with Rajinikanth after 'Coolie'
Acclaimed filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj recently confirmed his plans to reunite with superstar Rajinikanth.
'No compromise on violence': Lokesh Kanagaraj teases 'Coolie'
Lokesh Kanagaraj, the director of Coolie, has assured fans that there will be no compromises on violence in the movie.
Rajinikanth writing his memoir, 'Coolie' director Lokesh Kanagaraj confirms
Superstar Rajinikanth is currently working on his autobiography, revealed Lokesh Kanagaraj, the director of his upcoming film Coolie.
'Nothing we can do': Shruti on 'Coolie' v/s 'War 2'
The Independence Day weekend of 2025 will witness a major box office clash between two highly-anticipated films, Coolie and War 2.
Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' to hit OTT 8 weeks after theatrical premiere
The highly anticipated Tamil action thriller, Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and starring Rajinikanth, will have an eight-week-long theatrical run before its digital premiere.
'Biggest action movie': Lokesh Kanagaraj teases ambitious project with Aamir
Director Lokesh Kanagaraj, whose film Coolie will release on August 14, recently revealed details about his future projects.
Why Fahadh Faasil rejected Rajinikanth-Lokesh's 'Coolie'
In a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter India, director Lokesh Kanagaraj revealed that Malayalam superstar Fahadh Faasil was initially considered for a key role in his upcoming film Coolie.
Where to watch Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' after theatrical run
The highly anticipated Tamil film Coolie, starring superstar Rajinikanth, will make its way to Amazon Prime Video after its theatrical run.
Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' is IMDb's most anticipated film of 2025
Rajinikanth's upcoming film Coolie has emerged as the most anticipated Indian movie of 2025, according to IMDb's mid-year data.
Why did Aamir Khan say yes to Rajinikanth's 'Coolie'?
Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan, whose Sitaare Zameen Par has been getting rave reviews, is now gearing up for his next project.
'Coolie' update: Aamir Khan won't share scenes with Nagarjuna
The highly anticipated Tamil film Coolie, featuring superstar Rajinikanth and directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, is set to release in just over a month. The film's first single Chikitu has already been released as part of its promotional campaign.
'Coolie' set for massive global release in over 100 countries
The highly anticipated action entertainer Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and starring megastar Rajinikanth, is set to hit screens on August 14.
Before 'Coolie,' look back at Aamir-Rajinikanth's forgotten gangster film
Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan was announced as Dahaa in Rajinikanth's Coolie on Thursday evening.
Aamir Khan-Lokesh Kanagaraj's superhero film begins in September 2026
Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan has confirmed that he will be collaborating with director Lokesh Kanagaraj on an upcoming film.
'Coolie': Everything to know about Aamir's cameo in Rajinikanth's film
Aamir Khan will reportedly be seen in a powerful cameo in the very last 15 minutes of superstar Rajinikanth's upcoming film, Coolie.
Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' sets record with ₹68cr overseas rights deal
The overseas rights of the upcoming Tamil film Coolie, starring superstar Rajinikanth and directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, have been sold for a whopping ₹68 crore.
All we know about Nagarjuna's character in Rajinikanth's 'Coolie'
Telugu superstar Nagarjuna has confirmed his role as the antagonist in Lokesh Kanagaraj's upcoming film Coolie.
Is Anushka Shetty a part of 'Kaithi 2'? Find out
The highly anticipated sequel to Kaithi, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and starring Karthi, will not feature actor Anushka Shetty.
Lokesh Kanagaraj trains in martial arts for debut acting role
Leading Tamil filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj is preparing for his acting debut in an action entertainer directed by Arun Matheswaran.
Aamir Khan confirms cameo in Rajnikanth's 'Coolie'
Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan has confirmed his cameo in the upcoming Tamil film Coolie, starring Rajinikanth.
Karthi's action thriller 'Sardar 2' finally wraps filming
The shooting of Sardar 2, the sequel to the 2022 political thriller Sardar, has been completed.
Big! Aamir Khan announces superhero film with Lokesh Kanagaraj
Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan has announced his collaboration with acclaimed Tamil director Lokesh Kanagaraj for a superhero film.
Nivin Pauly to play the 'baddie' in 'Benz'
The Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU) is set to expand with the upcoming action thriller Benz, starring Raghava Lawrence.
Will Aamir-Ranbir reunite for 'PK' sequel? Here's what we know
Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan has been creatively involved in several projects before committing to a film with director Rajkumar Hirani.
Nagarjuna may play villain in Rajinikanth's 'Jailer 2': Report
The buzz around Jailer 2, the sequel to the 2023 blockbuster starring Rajinikanth, is getting stronger with reports of new cast members.
Rajinikanth charging over ₹260cr for Lokesh Kanagaraj's 'Coolie'!
The much-awaited film, Coolie, starring Tamil superstar Rajinikanth, will hit theaters on August 14, 2025.
Aamir Khan-Lokesh Kanagaraj's collaboration: Is it a superhero film?
Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan is said to join hands with acclaimed director Lokesh Kanagaraj for a pan-India film. Rumors suggest that the film could be a superhero movie.
What happened to Tamil actor Sri? Lokesh Kanagaraj shares statement
Tamil actor Sri, also known as Shriram Natarajan, was at the center of a social media storm for the last few days, with netizens speculating about his mental health.
Aamir Khan's 'Sitaare Zameen Par' to release on June 20?
After a brief hiatus from acting, Aamir Khan is all set to make his much-anticipated silver screen return with Sitaare Zameen Par.
Sai Abhyankkar may team up with Atlee-Allu Arjun soon
Emerging music sensation Sai Abhyankkar is rumored to compose the score for the next Atlee-directorial film starring Allu Arjun.
Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' wraps up shooting; release date awaited
The much-awaited action movie Coolie, starring superstar Rajinikanth, has wrapped its shoot. Production house Sun Pictures took to social media to share the news, calling it a "super wrap."
Lokesh Kanagaraj's 'Kaithi 2' might be delayed: Here's why
Acclaimed filmmaker, Lokesh Kanagaraj, is said to be eyeing a new project before his much-anticipated Kaithi 2.
Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' sets record with ₹120cr Prime Video deal: Report
Amazon Prime Video has bagged the digital streaming rights of Rajinikanth's upcoming Tamil film Coolie for a whopping ₹120cr, said reports.
Confirmed! Pooja Hegde joins Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' for special dance number
Actor Pooja Hegde has officially joined the star-studded cast of superstar Rajinikanth and director Lokesh Kanagaraj's upcoming film, Coolie.
Pooja Hegde might join Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' for a dance track
The much-anticipated film Coolie, featuring superstar Rajinikanth and helmed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, is said to be contemplating the addition of actor Pooja Hegde for a special dance number.
'Captain Miller' director Arun Matheswaran set to enter Bollywood: Report
Acclaimed Tamil film director Arun Matheswaran is gearing up for his debut in the Hindi film industry, after a successful run in Kollywood.
'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.
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.
'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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
'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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
'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.
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.
'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.