Filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj, who was once at the forefront of multiple high-profile projects, is now facing a wave of setbacks. Reports suggest that the much-hyped Rajinikanth–Kamal Haasan multi-starrer, initially planned under his direction, may now be helmed by another filmmaker. The latest buzz comes as a shock to fans—Kaithi 2, the eagerly awaited sequel to the 2019 blockbuster Kaithi, has reportedly been put on hold. Speculations point to creative differences between Lokesh Kanagaraj and lead actor Karthi as the primary reason. With growing doubts around his upcoming ventures, industry watchers are keen to see whether Lokesh can resolve the issues surrounding Kaithi 2.