Tamil cinema enthusiasts have been eagerly waiting for the sequel to the smash Kaithi. But recent media reports have reported that Kaithi 2 has hit a roadblock, with production delays leaving many in the cinematic establishment asking questions. According to in-house analysts, the slowdown is due to the intersection of finance and the creative process being locked out by a group of people at sea about where to do business Lokesh Kanagaraj.
Among the most discussed factors is the high salary package given to director Lokesh Kanagaraj. For Allu Arjun's forthcoming movie, Lokesh will be bringing in approximately ₹75 Crores, which would be almost double what he had previously earned. Kaithi 2 can't hide from the financial strain these sky-high earnings have placed on the project as it considers how much more a director's fee it is worth while paying in order to fulfill other production costs.
Rumored Differences in Creative Workmaking. Kaithi is also known for Kaithi, the movie being produced by a couple of other producers. In addition, there are whispers of dispute between Lokesh and Karthi, who was Kaithi's star. We believe the storyline direction for the sequel clashed — they have told you so. Lokesh’s demand for a salary above what the hero makes also causes friction, and Karthi reportedly complains about an imbalance, reports indicate. The creative and financial disagreements have added to dragging out the project.
Impact on Fans and Industry. For fans that hoped for yet another exciting installment in Lokesh’s cinematic universe, it is disappointing to have Kaithi 2 delayed. The film’s delays also point to the increasing woes in the industry, where increased salaries and creative disagreements can halt such much-anticipated projects. But the chatter about the issues has centered the film on Kaithi 2 in a way that has fueled speculation about when production will finally resume.
