Nivin Pauly Joins LCU As Hammer-Wielding Villain In Benz
The wait is finally over as the long-anticipated antagonist in Benz has been revealed. Directed by Bakkiyaraj Kannan, Benz marks a notable shift in the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU), being the first title in the franchise not directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. Speculation had been mounting in recent days about Nivin Pauly making his debut in the LCU as the antagonist—and now, a teaser confirming his menacing character has officially been released by the filmmakers.
The movie stars Raghava Lawrence in the lead role, with Samyuktha as the female lead. In the newly released teaser, Nivin Pauly is revealed as a character named Walter — a formidable villain. Wielding a hammer, adorned with gold jewelry, and even sporting gold dentures, he exudes a menacing yet stylish presence. The role marks a significant shift for Nivin Pauly, who is traditionally known for his protagonist roles in Malayalam cinema, as he steps into a negative character in the LCU.
The teaser opens with Walter slowly walking into the frame, hammer in hand, exuding menace. Flashes of chaos and an intense background score build tension, revealing the character’s dark side. The visuals had also beautifully capture the gleam of the gold adorning Walter against the gritty backdrop.
The teaser however had created a considerable buzz with fans expressing excitement over Nivin Pauly’s transformation and the expansion of the LCU.
Benz is an upcoming Tamil-language action thriller that marks a significant expansion of the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU). , Benz is expected to delve into the gritty underworld of organized crime, aligning with the LCU’s signature themes of law enforcement versus vigilante justice.
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Watch the teaser here:
