Renowned Tamil filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj, celebrated for his successful works like Vikram and Leo, is poised to venture into acting. Industry insiders reveal that Sun Pictures, the production house backing his first film as a lead actor, has offered him an impressive ₹35 crore salary, positioning him as one of the highest-paid debut actors in South Indian cinema. Currently in the pre-production phase, the film is described as a stylish action drama infused with strong emotional elements. Fans express their excitement at the prospect of seeing Kanagaraj on-screen after a series of successful directorial endeavors. As he prepares to take on this new role, audiences are curious to see whether he can replicate his directorial success as a leading man in the industry.