The 2022 film Vikram , directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, was a massive commercial success, grossing over ₹400–₹500 crore worldwide to become the fourth highest-grossing Indian film of 2022. The action thriller, starring Kamal Haasan and featuring a "blockbuster" verdict, also serves as the second installment in the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU). For a list of top-grossing films featuring the actor Vikram (Chiyaan), see the IMDb list .