# Director Turned Actor: Lokesh Kanagaraj’s DC Trailer Is a Violent, Stylish Gangster Ride You Didn’t See Coming

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Published: 2026-05-16  
Updated: 2026-05-16  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

Who would have thought that one of Tamil cinema’s most celebrated directors would one day be on the other side of the camera — as the lead actor? That’s exactly what’s happening with **DC**, and the trailer makes one thing crystal clear: Lokesh Kanagaraj was born for this role too.

## DC: Film Overview

| Detail | Info |
| --- | --- |
| **Film Title** | DC (Devadas Chandra) |
| **Lead Actor** | Lokesh Kanagaraj (acting debut) |
| **Female Lead** | Wamiqa Gabbi |
| **Supporting Cast** | Sanjana AK as Parvathi |
| **Director** | Arun Matheswaran (*Captain Miller*) |
| **Producer** | Sun Pictures |
| **Music** | Anirudh Ravichander |
| **Cinematographer** | Mukesh G |
| **Editor** | GK Prasanna |
| **Genre** | Gangster Action |
| **Trailer Length** | 3 minutes 13 seconds |

## What the DC Trailer Shows Us

![DC](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/okskskskk.jpg)

The trailer opens in Arun Matheswaran’s signature style — black-and-white visuals paired with extreme, unflinching violence. If you’ve seen *Captain Miller* or *Rocky*, you know exactly what you’re signing up for. The director is not pulling punches.

The story revolves around Devadas and Chandra — hence the title DC. Devadas is a gangster under police surveillance following a crime, while Chandra is also on the run from the law after a similar incident. With nowhere else to go, Das reluctantly takes it upon himself to keep her safe, eventually falling in love with her.

It’s essentially a modern Tamil retelling of the classic *Devadas* — a doomed, romanticised outlaw narrative, but dressed up in gritty contemporary action. Think less melodrama, more mayhem.

## What Makes This Trailer Special?

Anirudh Ravichander’s background score is where the trailer truly stands out. The theme seamlessly intertwines the violence with a classical composition layered with his signature rock undertones — capturing the best of both worlds.

That combination of raw visual aggression and emotionally complex music is what separates DC from your average action trailer. It feels cinematic, not just commercial.

Lokesh Kanagaraj himself is a revelation on screen — commanding, restrained, and surprisingly natural for someone making his acting debut. Wamiqa Gabbi, who is currently having quite the moment across Indian cinema, holds her own with confidence.

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## The Creative Team Behind DC

The collaboration between Arun Matheswaran and Sun Pictures promises serious production value. According to [Wikipedia’s overview of Tamil cinema](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tamil_cinema), the industry has consistently evolved its action genre with globally competitive technical standards — and DC looks set to continue that tradition.

The dialogues have been penned by Arun Matheswaran and Franklin Jacob, with Arun Ranjan handling additional screenplay duties.

## What’s Next for Lokesh Kanagaraj the Director?

Following *Coolie* with Rajinikanth, Lokesh Kanagaraj is set to helm the tentatively titled AA23, starring Allu Arjun in the lead role — expected to be a stylish action entertainer. Anirudh Ravichander will compose the music, marking his first collaboration on an Allu Arjun film. Reports suggest Pooja Hegde has been cast as the female lead, though no official confirmation has been made.

Stay updated on all South cinema casting and release news on [TechnoSports Entertainment](https://technosports.co.in/entertainment).

## FAQs

### **Who is playing the lead in DC and who is directing the film?**

DC stars director Lokesh Kanagaraj in his acting debut, with Wamiqa Gabbi as the female lead, and is directed by Arun Matheswaran of *Captain Miller* fame under Sun Pictures.

### **What is the story of DC based on?**

  
DC is a modern-day gangster retelling of the classic *Devadas*, following two fugitives — Devadas and Chandra — who are both on the run from the law and find themselves entangled in an unlikely love story.