There’s no doubt that the Lokesh Kanagaraj Cinematic Universe (LCU) has become South India’s most ambitious and successful cinematic universe, bringing together leading stars such as Karthi, Suriya, Vijay, and Kamal Haasan. Since its inception with Kaithi (2019), the LCU has grown into a high-octane action universe that continues to expand with each instalment.
With Kaithi 2 officially confirmed as Lokesh’s next project after wrapping up the much-anticipated Coolie starring Rajinikanth, speculation around new characters especially female leads has gained momentum.
While the LCU has featured supporting female characters like Agent Tina (Vikram) and Satya (Leo, played by Trisha), fans have pointed out the lack of a central female protagonist in this predominantly male-driven universe. In a recent interview with Galatta Plus, Lokesh acknowledged this imbalance and revealed:
“I am writing something for actresses, new characters that will be part of the LCU. You’ll hear more about them in Kaithi 2.”
Though he remained tight-lipped about the casting or storyline details, this statement has sparked excitement among fans eager to see a powerful female presence in the LCU.
According to unconfirmed reports from Asianet, actress Anushka Shetty is being considered for a pivotal role in Kaithi 2. The report suggests she may portray a fierce lady don who is also the wife of Dilli (Karthi) - a character whose backstory remained unexplored in the original film. If true, this role could serve as a major turning point for the franchise, offering emotional depth and adding a strong narrative layer to Dilli’s journey.
Anushka Shetty, known for her commanding screen presence and action-driven roles, is seen as a fitting addition to the LCU. Her potential character is expected to have a lasting impact, possibly rivalling Suriya’s cameo as Rolex in Vikram in terms of screen presence and significance.
As of now, there has been no official confirmation from Lokesh Kanagaraj or the production team regarding her involvement.
Whether or not these speculations hold true, Kaithi 2 is shaping up to be a landmark film in the LCU, with the promise of powerful new characters and an expanded universe that could finally bring a female lead into the spotlight.
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