Karthik Subbaraj’s Next With Chiranjeevi? Director Reportedly Awaits Megastar’s Nod

Karthik Subbaraj is reportedly in talks with Megastar Chiranjeevi for a potential new collaboration, and the latest buzz has already created considerable excitement among Telugu cinema fans. The filmmaker is said to have recently met Chiranjeevi and narrated a script to him in what was reportedly a nearly two-and-a-half-hour session.

According to reports doing the rounds in Tollywood circles, Karthik Subbaraj has prepared a powerful story keeping Chiranjeevi’s image and screen presence in mind. The director is said to have explained the script in detail, reportedly taking the actor through the story almost scene by scene. However, Chiranjeevi has not yet officially confirmed the project, with his decision reportedly still pending.

The speculation has gained traction at a time when there is considerable curiosity surrounding Chiranjeevi’s next move. The actor is currently working on 'Kaaka', which is being directed by Bobby. Reports suggest that his post-'Kaaka' lineup is yet to be completely settled, with different names being discussed in industry circles. The reported meeting with Karthik has now added another interesting possibility to the mix.

A Karthik Subbaraj-Chiranjeevi combination is particularly intriguing because of the filmmaker’s distinctive approach to mass cinema, unconventional characters and stylish storytelling. Karthik has previously explored this space with stars including Rajinikanth and Suriya, while his recent work has continued to showcase his willingness to experiment.

Meanwhile, Karthik’s latest directorial venture 'Dorothy', starring Keerthy Suresh, is his 10th film as a director. The film has attracted attention for its grounded and unconventional storytelling, while also generating debate over its portrayal of LGBTQ+ themes. Karthik has defended the film and described it as one of his most emotional stories.

Interestingly, 'Dorothy' also marks Karthik’s first collaboration with legendary composer Ilaiyaraaja, adding another notable milestone to his career.

For now, the Karthik Subbaraj-Chiranjeevi project remains unconfirmed. If Chiranjeevi gives the green signal, the collaboration could become one of the more closely watched Telugu-Tamil combinations in the coming months.