Anushka Shetty not signed for ‘Kaithi 2’ yet

Rumors are swirling online that actress Anushka Shetty might be joining the cast of Kaithi 2, the highly awaited sequel to the hit film Kaithi, with Karthi returning as the lead character, Dilli. The film is set to be directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, who also helmed the original. Fans are excited, and the sequel is expected to begin filming later this year.

Currently, Lokesh Kanagaraj is completely focused on the post-production of his next film Coolie, starring big names like Rajinikanth, Nagarjuna, and Upendra. Scheduled for release on August 14, 2025, Coolie is keeping the director fully engaged, delaying any concrete developments on Kaithi 2 for now.

Although there is strong social media chatter about Anushka Shetty possibly being approached for a role in Kaithi 2, sources close to the production team have denied these claims. They clarified that no official talks or approaches have been made to the actress yet.

Meanwhile, Anushka Shetty is preparing for the release of her upcoming film Ghaati, directed by Krish, which is set to hit theaters on July 11. She is expected to actively participate in the movie’s promotional events. Fans hope that during these promotions, she might address the Kaithi 2 rumors and clear the air about her involvement.

For now, there’s no confirmation, and fans will have to wait and watch whether Anushka Shetty will actually join the Kaithi universe.