Actor-director Raghava Lawrence has revealed an ambitious slate of upcoming projects, showcasing his commitment to both continuing successful franchises and exploring new genres and collaborations. The announcement comes as Lawrence prepares for the release of two major films currently in production while simultaneously developing multiple high-profile projects with some of South Indian cinema's most sought-after directors.
Currently in Production
Kanchana 4
Lawrence is returning to his signature horror-comedy franchise with Kanchana 4, where he takes on triple responsibilities as actor, director, and producer. The film marks the fifth installment in the popular Muni franchise and features an ensemble cast including Pooja Hegde, Nora Fatehi, Swaksha Iyer, and Devadarshini. The film is currently in the shooting phase and is expected to release in summer 2027. This continuation of Lawrence's most successful franchise demonstrates his commitment to the horror-comedy genre that first established him as a leading actor-director in Tamil and Telugu cinema .
Benz
Directed by Bakkiyaraj Kannan, Benz is part of filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj's expanding cinematic universe (LCU), placing Lawrenc...