Vijay Deverakonda Passed on DC: Lokesh Kanagaraj Steps In, Film Soars

Vijay Deverakonda Turned Down DC Before Lokesh Kanagaraj's Lead Debut

Vijay Deverakonda was initially approached for the lead role in DC, the latest film directed by Arun Matheswaran and produced by Sun Pictures. Known for his bold choices in Telugu cinema, Deverakonda reportedly passed on the project after feeling the story was too similar to his ongoing filmography. According to reports, Arun Matheswaran had detailed the plot to Deverakonda, but the actor decided not to proceed, paving the way for a unique casting decision.

The role eventually went to Lokesh Kanagaraj, a celebrated Tamil director making his acting debut. DC, also starring Wamiqa Gabbi, released with minimal pre-release buzz or promotional campaigns. Despite this, early audience reactions from premiere shows have been overwhelmingly positive, with word-of-mouth driving strong box office numbers in both Tamil Nadu and the Telugu states. The film's music, composed by Anirudh, has also received attention.

Social media has picked up on an old video of Vijay Deverakonda discussing DC, which has gone viral as fans debate what might have been had he accepted the role. Meanwhile, DC has become a major success in Tamil, and its performance in Telugu markets is described as promising, with the film gaining momentum after release. The unique journey of DC—from Deverakonda's initial discussions to Kanagaraj's debut—has added an extra layer of intrigue for moviegoers.