Lokesh Kanagaraj’s Next: Massive Announcement!
January 14, 2026 Published by anbuselvid8bbe9c60f
One of Tamil cinema’s leading directors, Lokesh Kanagaraj, rose to fame with his debut Maanagaram and went on to deliver blockbuster hits like Kaithi, Master, Vikram, and Leo, captivating audiences with his signature gritty style and high-octane action. His most recent release, Coolie starring Rajinikanth, received a mixed response.
Following that, anticipation for his next project reached fever pitch. Now, the big reveal is here: Lokesh Kanagaraj is teaming up with Telugu superstar and pan-India icon Allu Arjun for a mega collaboration!
The explosive announcement dropped today (January 14, 2026) ahead of Pongal/Sankranti festivities. The film is tentatively titled AA 23 (marking Allu Arjun’s 23rd project) and is being produced on a grand scale by Mythri Movie Makers (the banner behind the Pushpa franchise).
Anirudh Ravichander is on board as the music composer—his reunion with Lokesh after multiple chart-topping successes has fans thrilled.
In the stylish animated announcement video released by the makers, Lokesh brings his signature flair: it features a pack of wolves charging in a forest, only to be met with a powerful lion’s roar. Allu Arjun is introduced as the “Icon Star,” ending with the powerful tagline “Strive for Greatness”. The background track is a catchy rap titled “23” composed by Anirudh, already going viral!
Allu Arjun shared the video on his X account, posting: “I SAY 23. Goin on a spree. Low-Key G. Locked in mentally. That’s a guarantee! Excited about the new journey with the Maverick @Dir_Lokesh garu. & at last with brother @anirudhofficial. Can’t wait for this one!”
This pan-India extravaganza is expected to blend Lokesh Kanagaraj’s intense, stylish action with Allu Arjun’s massive energy and charisma. Shooting is set to begin in 2026 (reports suggest around August/October), once Allu Arjun wraps up his ongoing project with director Atlee (tentatively AA 22, co-starring Deepika Padukone).
What happens when Lokesh’s raw, cinematic edge meets Allu Arjun’s mass appeal? Fans are already buzzing—this combo could rewrite box-office history in Indian cinema! Expectations are sky-high.
