(This article is authored by Alar)

The much-awaited movie Leo, starring Thalapathy Vijay in the lead role, is all set to hit the screens tomorrow (October 19) in multiple languages. Under the visionary direction of Lokesh Kanagaraj, Leo has captured the attention in peak, sparking fervent discussions not only among fans but also within the media circles. The intriguing aspect lies in its connection to the enigmatic Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU).

LCU, a term lovingly coined by fans, serves as the portal to Lokesh's interconnected cinematic world, encompassing masterpieces like Kaithi and Vikram. Lokesh had kept the Leo-LCU connection veiled in secrecy, but a recent revelation by Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin has shattered the mystique.

Udhayanidhi Stalin, also a producer and former actor, took to x (formerly Twitter) to extend his heartfelt congratulations to the Leo team. His message, adorned with the hashtag LCU (#LCU), left no room for doubt, confirming Leo's pivotal role in the films of Lokesh's universe.

The revelation sent waves of excitement through the fan community, igniting a wildfire of discussions across social media platforms. Udhayanidhi eloquently expressed, “Thalapathy @actorvijay Anna’s #Leo @Dir_Lokesh excellent filmmaking, @anirudhofficial’s music, @anbariv master @7screenstudio #LCU! All the best team!”

Leo is produced by Lalit Kumar and co-produced by Jagadish Palanisamy under the prestigious banner of Seven Screen Studio. The film has a stellar technical crew, including cinematographer Manoj Paramahamsa, editor Philomin Raj, action choreographer Anbariv, and art director Sathees Kumar. The film also boasts of a star-studded cast, featuring Sanjay Dutt, Trisha, Priya Anand, Arjun, and Mansoor Ali Khan. The music for the film is composed by Anirudh Ravichander, who has delivered some chartbusters for the album.

Leo is expected to be a thrilling action entertainer that will showcase Vijay’s charisma and Lokesh’s vision. The film will also reveal how it connects to LCU and what surprises it has in store for the fans. Despite the cancellation of audio launch and no early morning shows, Leo already breaking pre-booking sales record in all countries.

Thalabathy @actorvijay Anna’s #Leo 👍🏽👍🏽 👍🏽@Dir_Lokesh excellent filmmaking , @anirudhofficial music , @anbariv master @7screenstudio 👏👏👏#LCU 😉! All the best team !

— Udhay (@Udhaystalin) October 17, 2023