Lokesh Kanagaraj trolled by fans for Indian 2.Lokesh Kanagaraj, director of the blockbuster 'Vikram' starring Kamal Haasan, took to X (formerly Twitter) to express his appreciation for the actor's latest film 'Indian 2'. However, his praise for the Shankar-directed film, which has been met with mixed reviews, sparked significant backlash from fans.
Lokesh Kanagaraj lauded Kamal Haasan's commitment to his craft in 'Indian 2', highlighting the actor's dedication to the role. He also praised director Shankar's grand vision and Anirudh Ravichander's music. He concluded his post expressing his excitement for 'Indian 3'.
However, his positive review sparked an immediate wave of criticism in the comments section. Fans questioned his judgement, with some jokingly suggesting he had been shown 'Indian 1996' with the 'Indian 2' title card. Others pointed out the film's shortcomings and expressed their disappointment, asking for updates on projects like 'Coolie', 'Kaithi', and 'Vikram' instead.
One commenter even questioned his appreciation for the film's music, finding the praise ironic. Another expressed disappointment, stating that "Vikram's maker glorifying Indian 2 is the worst thing I saw today."
The backlash highlights the contrasting reactions to 'Indian 2' and the anticipation surrounding Lokesh Kanagaraj's future projects. While the director expressed his admiration for Kamal Haasan and the film's technical aspects, fans are eager for updates on his upcoming projects and are unlikely to be swayed by his praise for 'Indian 2'.