Famous director Lokesh Kanagaraj, who is best known for his action blockbusters Vikram and Leo, is said to be making his acting debut and being offered a whopping Rs 35 crore to play the lead role in his next movie, DC. The news has shaken up the industry, making it one of the biggest paycheques ever for a director who became an actor in South Indian cinema.
Sources in the industry say that production company Sun Pictures, which is backing the project, has set Lokesh's remuneration at Rs 35 crore. This brave move comes as Lokesh moves from behind the camera to the front of the camera, taking on a new role that has the Telugu and Tamil film industries buzzing with rumors.
Fans are excited to see how his directing skills work in acting. The movie is still in pre-production, but it has been called a stylish action drama with strong emotional undertones. This fits with the tone that has defined Lokesh's work as a director so far.
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From "Cinematic Universe" Creator to Main Lead
People know Lokesh Kanagaraj for making hit movies like KGF Chapter 2, Vikram, and Leo, as well as for creating shared-film universes. His decision to play a lead role is a big change, not just for him but for the whole industry, which is now welcoming filmmakers who can do more than one thing in front of the camera.
If the Rs 35 crore figure holds true, it shows that directors in South Indian cinema are starting to make as much money as the biggest stars, especially when they act and direct at the same time.
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What's Next: Hopes and Problems
The numbers are great, but the question is still whether Lokesh can be a good lead actor. People will be watching his performance very closely because expectations are so high and his legacy as a director is both a blessing and a curse.
Everyone is watching Lokesh Kanagaraj as DC gets ready to show off. His rise from creative genius to headline performer could signal a new era for talented people in Indian cinema.
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