Karthi Confirms Kaithi 2 as a Birthday Surprise for Lokesh Kanagaraj

Ace director Lokesh Kanagaraj celebrated his birthday on March 14, with wishes pouring in from film industry colleagues and fans alike. Among those who met him in person was actor Karthi, who had a special surprise in store.
Dilli Returns – Kaithi 2 is Official!
During their meeting, Karthi presented Lokesh with a special shawl and shared pictures from the moment on social media with the intriguing caption, “Dilli Returns.” This exciting reveal has officially confirmed Kaithi 2—the much-awaited sequel to the 2019 blockbuster Kaithi.
Production & Timeline
Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, Kaithi 2 will be jointly produced by Dream Warrior Pictures and KVN Productions. The shooting is expected to kick off later this year, with fans eagerly anticipating the return of Karthi as the iconic Dilli.
Lokesh’s Expanding Cinematic Universe
Lokesh Kanagaraj’s cinematic universe began with Kaithi (2019), followed by Vikram (2022) and Leo (2023). Now, with Kaithi 2 officially on the cards, the franchise takes another thrilling step forward. The director has also hinted that “Vikram 2” will be the final chapter in this expansive universe.
With Kaithi 2 now confirmed, expectations are sky-high for another action-packed thriller from Karthi and Lokesh Kanagaraj!