Karthi reacts to 'Kaithi 2' buzz after Lokesh Kanagaraj confirms 'AA23' with Allu Arjun
ETimes | January 19, 2026 6:39 PM CST
Karthi is enjoying the success of his latest film ‘ Vaa Vaathiyaar ’, but fans are all ready to move on to his next big venture - the release of his much-anticipated sequel to the 2019 action thriller, ‘ Kaithi ’ directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj .
The actor was recently asked about the film. Find out what he had to say...
Karthi reacts to ‘ Kaithi 2 ’ buzzAs per a report by News18, Karthi was recently seen at a theatre where he watched the film with the audience. While leaving the venue, many media persons gathered around him. One reporter quizzed him about ‘Kaithi 2 and whether he would reunite with director Lokesh Kanagaraj for the sequel. Karthi gave a very short reply. He said, “That he (Lokesh) will have to address it.”
After saying this, he walked away from the spot. His simple answer has again made fans curious about the project.
About ‘Kaithi’‘Kaithi’ became a huge hit upon its release. The film told the story of Dilli, an ex-convict who helps the police on one dangerous night. The movie was full of action and emotions, winning Karthi praise from the audience. The film also became the first part of the Lokesh Kanagaraj Cinematic Universe, also called LCU. Later, the universe grew bigger with ‘Vikram’ and ‘Leo’, prompting speculation about ‘Kaithi 2’.
Lokesh Kanagaraj’s next filmPrior to this update, many believed that Lokesh Kanagaraj would make ‘Kaithi 2’ after finishing ‘Coolie’. But recently, the director announced something new. He surprised all when he revealed that his next film after ‘Coolie’ will be ‘ AA23 ’, starring Allu Arjun . This film will also be his first direct Telugu movie. This has left room for speculation about the fate of ‘Kaithi 2’.
On the other hand, Karthi will be seen in the upcoming ‘ Sardar 2 ’, which is directed by P.S. Mithran. He is also busy working on ‘Marshal’, which will be a Tamil period gangster film.
The actor was recently asked about the film. Find out what he had to say...
Karthi reacts to ‘ Kaithi 2 ’ buzzAs per a report by News18, Karthi was recently seen at a theatre where he watched the film with the audience. While leaving the venue, many media persons gathered around him. One reporter quizzed him about ‘Kaithi 2 and whether he would reunite with director Lokesh Kanagaraj for the sequel. Karthi gave a very short reply. He said, “That he (Lokesh) will have to address it.”
After saying this, he walked away from the spot. His simple answer has again made fans curious about the project.
About ‘Kaithi’‘Kaithi’ became a huge hit upon its release. The film told the story of Dilli, an ex-convict who helps the police on one dangerous night. The movie was full of action and emotions, winning Karthi praise from the audience. The film also became the first part of the Lokesh Kanagaraj Cinematic Universe, also called LCU. Later, the universe grew bigger with ‘Vikram’ and ‘Leo’, prompting speculation about ‘Kaithi 2’.
Lokesh Kanagaraj’s next filmPrior to this update, many believed that Lokesh Kanagaraj would make ‘Kaithi 2’ after finishing ‘Coolie’. But recently, the director announced something new. He surprised all when he revealed that his next film after ‘Coolie’ will be ‘ AA23 ’, starring Allu Arjun . This film will also be his first direct Telugu movie. This has left room for speculation about the fate of ‘Kaithi 2’.
On the other hand, Karthi will be seen in the upcoming ‘ Sardar 2 ’, which is directed by P.S. Mithran. He is also busy working on ‘Marshal’, which will be a Tamil period gangster film.
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