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DC title teaser: Arun Matheswaran seems to have directed a Bonny and Clyde-style love story with Lokesh Kanagaraj and Wamiqa Gabbi.

DC title teaser: Director Lokesh Kanagaraj is making his debut as a lead actor with Arun Matheswaran’s next project. The producers of the film, Sun Pictures, released a title teaser for DC on Saturday evening. Wamiqa Gabbi also plays the lead in it.

DC title teaser: Lokesh Kanagaraj and Wamiqa Gabbi play the leads in this love story.

DC title teaser

The 1-minute-long teaser appears to hint at a Bonny and Clyde-style story. It shows various shots of Lokesh and Wamiqa walking through a walkway and later in a room together. With the camera cuts to reveal Lokesh, he is seen covered in blood, smoking a cigarette and rolling his sleeves as he walks. Wamiqa also puts a flower in her hair and seems determined as she walks towards him. It ends with them in a room together, looking at each other in anticipation of whatever happens next. In the video, Lokesh is introduced as Devadas, and Wamiqa is introduced as Chandra.

About DC

Arun has directed DC with additional screenplay by Arun Ranjan and dialogues by Arun and Franklin Jacob. Sanjana Krishnamoorthy is also part of the film, though her character isn’t revealed yet. This film marks the acting debut of Lokesh, who last appeared in Shruti Haasan’s music video, Inimel. Anirudh Ravichander has composed the film’s music. The song that plays in the teaser, Ain’t Nobody, features Ram Kumar’s vocals and lyrics by the mysterious Heisenberg. The film’s release date and further details have not been announced yet.

Recent work

Arun’s last film was the 2024 Dhanush-starrer Captain Miller. He will also direct the Ilaiyaraaja biopic with the actor soon. Lokesh, who made cameos in Master and Singapore Saloon, last directed Coolie with Rajinikanth, Nagarjuna, Soubin Shahir, and Shruti this year. He has yet to announce his next directorial. Wamiqa was last seen in Bhool Chuk Maaf and has numerous films lined up, including G2, Pati Patni Aur Woh Do, Bhoot Bangla, Genie and more.

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Nivin Pauly has officially started shooting for Benz, joining Raghava Lawrence in the much-anticipated fourth film in the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU). The Malayalam star shared the news on his social media handles, confirming his role as “Twin Fish Walter,” a character first teased in a brief promo earlier this year.

Nivin Pauly Steps Into Lokesh’s Expanding World

Benz is directed by Bakkiyaraj Kannan, known for Remo (2014) and Sulthan (2021). This project is particularly significant because it is the first film in the LCU not directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj himself. Lokesh, however, remains closely involved as producer and creative supervisor, ensuring that the storyline fits seamlessly within the shared world established by Kaithi, Vikram, and Leo.

Raghava Lawrence headlines the film as the titular Benz, while Samyuktha has been cast in a key role. Fans have been speculating about the dynamic between Lawrence and Nivin Pauly’s characters, especially after early reports suggested that Walter may serve as the film’s antagonist.

Director Bakkiyaraj Kannan has spoken about the decision to bring in Nivin Pauly from the Malayalam industry, noting that actors from different regions bring “a unique energy and identity” to a story like Benz. This creative choice also reflects the LCU’s ongoing expansion beyond Tamil cinema, inviting a larger South Indian audience into its orbit.

Power Team Behind the Camera

Benz features a strong technical lineup. Music is by Sai Abhyankkar, marking his first major Tamil film score. Goutham George is in charge of cinematography, while Philomin Raj handles the editing. The art direction is led by Jacki, known for his detailed, realistic set designs.

The film is jointly produced by Lokesh Kanagaraj, Sudhan Sundaram, and Jagadish Palanisamy under the Passion Studios, G Squad, and The Route banners. Pradeep Boopathi serves as creative producer. Production began in Chennai in May 2025, with the initial schedule wrapping up in early June.

What makes Benz particularly exciting is its placement within the larger LCU timeline. While official plot details are being kept secret, industry buzz suggests that the story may connect to events that unfolded in Vikram and Leo, continuing Lokesh’s tradition of linking characters and storylines across multiple films.

Stepped in as Walter ❤🅱#Benz @Bakkiyaraj_k @Dir_Lokesh @Jagadishbliss @Sudhans2017 @GSquadOffl @PassionStudios_ @TheRoute @SaiAbhyankkar
[Statutory Warning: Smoking is injurious to health.] pic.twitter.com/Fs9auty41L

— Nivin Pauly (@NivinOfficial) October 16, 2025

Reports have also hinted at a special appearance by actor Ravi Mohan, who is expected to play an important supporting role. With its powerhouse cast and cross-industry collaborations, Benz appears ready to push the boundaries of the LCU further than ever before.

For fans, this film marks the beginning of a new phase for the cinematic universe, one where Lokesh Kanagaraj steps back from directing to guide the storytelling vision from behind the scenes.

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