Filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj recently addressed several topics related to his films, career, and personal life during a media interaction. However, one question posed by a journalist crossed the line of basic decency.
The journalist brought up rumours about Lokesh’s alleged closeness with a female star, without naming Shruti Haasan directly—though it was evident the question referred to her, given the recent social media buzz.
Instead of asking whether the rumours were true, the reporter made an inappropriate remark by asking if Lokesh “planned to start a family with her.”
Maintaining his composure, Lokesh responded with dignity, clarifying that he already has a wife and a family.
Shockingly, the journalist persisted and went a step further by asking whether he would consider starting a “second family,” drawing criticism for the insensitive line of questioning.
Rumours linking Lokesh Kanagaraj and Shruti Haasan began after the two collaborated on a video album where they played lovers.
Shruti Haasan also appeared in Lokesh’s recent film Coolie, further fuelling speculation. However, Lokesh has been married to his longtime partner for several years.