Actor Karthi Shares This Major Update On Lokesh Kanagaraj-directorial Kaithi 2

Kaithi 2 is undoubtedly one of the highly anticipated sequels in the Tamil film industry. Following the huge success of Kaithi, grossing over Rs 100 crore globally, its prequel is making waves even before its release. Actor Karthi recently shared an update about the film during a public event.

Actor Karthi, who played the lead role of Dilli in the movie Kaithi, recently shared an important update about Kaithi 2 during an event. In Kaithi, Dilli is portrayed as a former prisoner on parole who helps officials in busting a drug syndicate.

During a recent event attended by Karthi, the actor quoted the famous Dilli dialogue, stating, “Naa ulla irudhan nu mattum dhan sir theriyum, ella porathuku munnadi enna pannitu irundhan nu theriyadhula. Dilli will be back (You only know that I was in jail, but you don’t know what I was doing before that). We will start it next year.”

Written and directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, the film stars Karthi, Arjun Das and Narain in the leading roles. Kaithi 2 reveals Dilli’s backstory and how he becomes intertwined with other instalments. The film is produced by SR Prabhu under Dream Warrior Pictures. The cast of Kaithi also includes George Maryan and others.

Kaithi, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, was as the first instalment in the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU), preceding Vikram and Leo. Kaithi emerged as a major commercial success in Karthi’s career. Lauded by critics and viewers, the film secured a prominent position among the top Tamil movies of 2019.

Karthi has made a mark in the film industry with movies including Ponniyin Selvan: Part 1, Theeran Adhigaram Ondru and Aayirathil Oruvan. The actor was last seen in Japan. Now, he has a few projects on his slate such as a sequel to his spy thriller Sardar 2 with director PS Mithra and a tentatively titled Karthi 27. The film stars Arvind Swamy and Sri Divya in leading roles.

Recently, Karthi finished shooting for his film with 96-fame director Prem Kumar. The actor will also be seen working with Nalan Kumarasamy for another film. Alongside, there are expectations for Karthi to join forces with Nalan Kumarasamy for another upcoming film.