Kalanithi Maran Gifts BMW Cars Worth ₹1.5 Crore to Lokesh Kanagaraj, Arun Matheswaran and Anirudh After DC Success
Sun Pictures producer Kalanithi Maran has celebrated the success of DC with a grand gesture, gifting brand-new BMW iX1 LWB SUVs to actor Lokesh Kanagaraj, director Arun Matheswaran and composer Anirudh Ravichander.
The success of a film is often celebrated with parties, awards and words of appreciation, but producer Kalanithi Maran chose a much more luxurious way to mark the blockbuster performance of DC.
Following the film’s successful theatrical run, the Sun Pictures producer presented brand-new BMW cars to three key members associated with the project — actor Lokesh Kanagaraj, director Arun Matheswaran and music composer Anirudh Ravichander.
The announcement was made by Sun Pictures on its official social media account, where the production house shared pictures from the special occasion. The company said that Kalanithi Maran congratulated the three and presented them with the keys to their new BMW cars in recognition of the film’s success.
The gesture quickly attracted attention among fans, with many praising the producer for recognising the contribution of the film’s creative team.
BMW iX1 LWB Chosen as the Gift
For the three film personalities, the luxury gift reportedly came in the form of the BMW iX1 LWB, an electric SUV known for its spacious cabin, premium features and modern design.
The BMW iX1 LWB reportedly starts at around ₹49 lakh, while its on-road price can rise to approximately ₹55 lakh depending on the location and associated charges.
With three vehicles being gifted, the total value of the cars is estimated to be more than ₹1.5 crore, making it a significant reward for the film’s success.
The electric SUV offers a range of premium features, including vegan leather upholstery, a panoramic glass roof, a wide curved display, wireless smartphone charging and smartphone connectivity. It also comes equipped with parking assistance and a surround-view system designed to make manoeuvring easier.
The long-wheelbase version also focuses on passenger comfort, particularly for those travelling in the rear seats.
DC Turns Into a Commercial Success
The BMW gifts come after DC reportedly delivered a strong performance at the box office.
The Tamil action film was reportedly made on a budget of around ₹25 crore and went on to collect more than ₹100 crore worldwide, turning the project into a commercial success.
The film also holds particular significance for Lokesh Kanagaraj, who made his acting debut with the project. Known primarily for his work as a filmmaker, Lokesh took on an acting role in DC, adding another dimension to his career.
The movie featured a cast that included Wamiqa Gabbi, Sanjana Krishnamoorthy, Arun Matheswaran and Avinash Raghudevan, among others.
The film’s success has helped generate considerable attention for its cast and crew, while the producer’s latest gesture has added another talking point around the movie.
Fans Question Wamiqa Gabbi’s Absence From the Gift List
While many fans celebrated the BMW gifts given to the three members of the team, the decision also triggered a discussion on social media.
A section of fans questioned why Wamiqa Gabbi, who played the lead character Chandra, was not included among those receiving a BMW.
Some social media users argued that her performance and contribution to the film deserved similar recognition.
One user wrote, “Justice for Wamiqa Gabbi,” while another suggested that the actor also deserved a BMW.
Other comments echoed the same sentiment, with fans pointing out that Chandra was an important part of the film and that Wamiqa’s performance had contributed significantly to the movie’s impact.
Another social media user directly appealed to Kalanithi Maran to consider gifting Wamiqa the same BMW iX1 LWB.
One post particularly highlighted the importance of recognising women in the industry, saying that Wamiqa had performed strongly and helped draw attention to the character of Chandra.
A Grand Celebration of DC
Despite the online debate, Kalanithi Maran’s gesture has been widely viewed as a major celebration of the film’s success.
For Lokesh Kanagaraj, Arun Matheswaran and Anirudh Ravichander, the luxury SUVs represent a memorable recognition of their work on a film that managed to turn a relatively modest production budget into a major commercial success.
The choice of electric BMW SUVs also adds a contemporary touch to the reward, reflecting the growing popularity of premium electric vehicles among celebrities and high-profile personalities.
As DC continues to generate conversation after its theatrical run, the three BMWs have given fans yet another reason to talk about the film — while the social media discussion surrounding Wamiqa Gabbi shows just how strongly audiences connected with her character and performance.
News source: Information for this article was gathered from a variety of reliable news outlets.
