Nikhil Siddharth and director Chandoo Mondeti's successful collaboration on Karthikeya 1 and 2 has led to a highly anticipated third installment. The first film, released in 2014, was a commercial success, grossing over ₹20 crore on a budget of ₹4-6 crore. Karthikeya 2, released in 2022, was a Pan India blockbuster, collecting over ₹100 crore and earning critical acclaim.
The sequel, Karthikeya 2, follows Dr. Karthik on a quest to uncover the secrets of Lord Krishna's lost anklet in Dwarka, while the first film explores a curious doctor investigating a mysterious temple. Now, Nikhil has officially announced that Karthikeya 3 will start production at the end of this year, with the Swayambhu teaser launch event marking the beginning of this new journey.
According to Nikhil, Karthikeya 3 will be made on a bigger scale, with a massive budget of around ₹100 crore and will be released pan-India. The film will be shot in 3D with IMAX technology, promising a never-before-seen cinematic experience. Chandoo Mondeti is working on the script, and fans can expect a brand new adventure with Dr. Karthikeya.
With the success of the previous films, expectations are high for Karthikeya 3. Nikhil and Chandoo's track record suggests that this film will be a grand success, and fans are eagerly waiting to see what they have in store.