Will Direction Remain the Priority for Lokesh Kanagaraj?

Lokesh Kanagaraj, who has established himself as one of Tamil cinema’s leading directors, has now tasted success as a lead actor as well. His performance in Arun Matheswaran’s DC has received a positive response, particularly for his energy and screen presence in the action sequences. The film has crossed the ₹100 crore mark worldwide within two weeks, giving Lokesh a strong start as an actor.

While the success has sparked discussions about whether he should continue acting, Lokesh’s focus is likely to remain on filmmaking. His upcoming project with Allu Arjun is already generating major expectations, while LCU projects such as Kaithi2, Vikram2 and Rolex are also in discussion.

Although DC has opened the door for more acting opportunities, Lokesh has previously indicated that he is not keen on acting continuously. For now, direction appears to remain his primary priority, with his ₹100 crore success as a hero adding another dimension to his growing career.