Karthik Subbaraj teases 'Jigarthanda 3' plans, director says 'I already have an idea'

Karthik Subbaraj teases 'Jigarthanda 3' plans, director says 'I already have an idea'
Director Karthik Subbaraj has confirmed plans for 'Jigarthanda 3,' revealing an idea is already in place. The acclaimed franchise, known for its unique blend of gangster narratives and cinema, has sparked immense fan excitement. Audiences eagerly anticipate who will embody the next formidable gangster role, following Bobby Simha and Raghava Lawrence's impactful performances.
Director Karthik Subbaraj has a unique narrative approach in Tamil cinema. His ‘Jigarthanda’ series is noted for its matriarch backdrop and the tussle between gangsters and cinema. In a recent interview, he revealed that he already has an idea for ‘Jigarthanda 3,’ which has excited the audience for the upcoming movie.

Karthik Subbaraj has an idea ready for 'Jigarthanda 3'

Speaking with News 18 about the franchise's future, the filmmaker openly shared that the third part is already in his mind. He said, “I’ve an idea for ‘Jigarthanda 3’. I will definitely make it.” This news immediately caught the attention of social media users. The 'Jigarthanda' movie series typically presents a filmmaker-mob-industrial plot premise, which is weird but thrilling. This has left followers curious about Karthik Subbaraj's surprise element in the third installment. Many are looking forward to something fresh, different characters, and a new story from the director once again.

Fans are curious about the next gangster character

Another important discussion among fans revolves around who will play the gangster role in the new film. In the first installment, Bobby Simha gained tremendous popularity for playing the character of Sethu. In the second part, Raghava Lawrence gave an astounding performance, bringing the character of Caesar to life, while S. J. Suryah also had an important role.
Now the fans are curious about who will portray the strong gangster character in the film 'Jigarthanda 3.' Some think it will be S. J. Suryah, while others think the director may introduce a new actor altogether, making it more interesting.
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Journey of the 'Jigarthanda' franchise in Tamil cinema

The first 'Jigarthanda,' released in 2014, was a blockbuster, winning many awards for its storyline. Lead actor Siddharth and Bobby Simha, who received a National Award for his performance, were notable. After so many years, Karthik Subbaraj returned with 'Jigarthanda DoubleX,' featuring Raghava Lawrence and S. J. Suryah. The film was a great action entertainer, designed with a mix of humanity and nature. Karthik Subbaraj is currently working on a secret movie, and fans expect the writer-director to begin 'Jigarthanda 3' after finishing it.
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