Vijay and Lokesh Kanagaraj’s “Leo” Trailer Promises a Thrilling Ride

The excitement is palpable as the much-awaited trailer of "Leo," starring Thalapathy Vijay and directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, has finally hit the screens.

Maheswara Rao Nadella | Published On: Oct, 6, 2023 | 02:30 PM

Vijay and Lokesh Kanagaraj’s “Leo” Trailer Promises a Thrilling Ride

The excitement is palpable as the much-awaited trailer of “Leo,” starring Thalapathy Vijay and directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, has finally hit the screens. From the very first glance, it’s evident that this film is going to set the theatres ablaze when it arrives later this month.

The trailer introduces us to a seemingly ordinary Thalapathy Vijay, leading a peaceful life with his wife, portrayed by Trisha Krishnan, and their family. However, the tranquillity is shattered when a group of menacing adversaries threatens to disrupt their lives. The trailer boasts an ensemble cast, including Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Sarja, Gautham Vasudev Menon, and many more, adding to the film’s anticipation.

Lokesh Kanagaraj, known for his storytelling prowess, presents a never-before-seen avatar of Thalapathy Vijay in “Leo.” The trailer begins with Vijay’s voice-over narrating the story of a serial killer and the relentless cop pursuing him. It provides glimpses of various characters in the film as the narration unfolds, building suspense and intrigue.

As the trailer progresses, there’s a shift in the tone of events, and it becomes apparent that the antagonists are targeting Thalapathy Vijay, mistaking him for a gangster known as Leo. It appears that the film will delve into how Vijay’s character overcomes these dangerous circumstances and escapes from formidable foes like Sanjay Dutt and Arjun Sarja.

One striking aspect the trailer hints at is that Thalapathy Vijay may have dual roles in the movie. While he is referred to as Parthi by his wife, he is also shown as Leo. The trailer suggests that Parthi may be targeted because of his resemblance to Leo. Although this dual identity concept isn’t confirmed until the film’s release, it’s worth noting that its first single, “Naa Ready,” featured a tagline that read “Alter Ego.”

Fans have taken to the internet to express their excitement for the film and its trailer, drawing parallels and references from Lokesh’s previous work, such as “Vikram.” Even the word “Rolex” has been trending, reminiscent of a character Suriya portrayed in one of Lokesh’s previous films. While it remains uncertain if “Leo” is part of the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU), as with “Kaithi” and “Vikram,” all will be revealed when the film hits theatres on October 19.