Kollywood’s top director Lokesh Kanagaraj is debuting as a lead actor in Arun Matheswaran’s film DC, co‑starring Wamiqa Gabbi. A short glimpse has already been released, and the project is now buzzing on social media. Insiders claim Lokesh is set to receive a whopping remuneration exceeding ₹30 crore, a figure that rivals tier‑2 stars and marks one of the highest pay packages for a debut hero in South cinema.
The film is being produced by Sun Pictures, and trade circles report a possible ₹35 crore salary, making the Kaithi director one of the most expensive newcomers. DC is shaping up as a stylish action drama with a strong emotional core, and fans are eagerly awaiting its pre‑release business and box‑office performance.
The buzz has turned the director’s remuneration into a hot topic across platforms, with many curious to see if Lokesh can replicate his directorial success as an actor. The movie’s technical crew includes Arun Matheswaran as director, and production is currently in full swing.
Overall, DC promises to be a major business venture, and audiences are waiting to witness whether Lokesh Kanagaraj will succeed in his new avatar as a hero.