Arun Matheswaran’s action-drama DC has finally arrived in theatres and early reactions on X (formerly Twitter) suggest that audiences are enjoying Lokesh Kanagaraj’s first outing as a lead actor. While several viewers have praised the filmmaker-turned-actor for his screen presence, many have also singled out Anirudh Ravichander’s background score as one of the film’s biggest strengths.
The film, directed by Arun Matheswaran, stars Lokesh Kanagaraj and Wamiqa Gabbi in the lead roles.
‘Slow-Paced But Engaging: Moviegoers Praise Lokesh Kanagaraj’s Debut And Anirudh Ravichander’s Score
Many viewers were pleasantly surprised by Lokesh Kanagaraj’s performance in his first film as a leading man. One user wrote, “#DC – Unexpected from Arun Matheswaran. Slow paced but still engaging #Lokesh’s debut as a hero is solid and impressive. Ani… Ani… Ani… I literally have no words. Music and BGM are simply next level. Bow down.”
#DC – Unexpected from Arun Matheswaran 🫡🔥
Slow paced but still engaging #Lokesh’s debut as a hero is solid and impressive 👏🏻👏🏻
Ani… Ani… Ani… I literally have no words🐐
Music and BGM are simply next level. Bow down 🙇🏼♂️🛐 pic.twitter.com/YOSfz09UPS— Ayyappan (@Ayyappan_1504) August 7, 2026
Anmol Jamwal posted, “Lokesh Kanagaraj is pretty solid as Das till now! Gets the brooding, distant & rage filled alcoholic right on point! People were assuming it’s not going to work but he does not look like a misfit at all!”
Lokesh Kanagaraj is pretty solid as Das till now!
Gets the brooding, distant & rage filled alcoholic right on point!
People were assuming it’s not going to work but he does not look like a misfit at all! #DC pic.twitter.com/XXyTGd8vFO
— ANMOL JAMWAL (@jammypants4) August 7, 2026
Former Entertainment Journalist Haricharan Pudipeddi also shared his first impressions, saying, “The slow, simmering buildup to the interval in #DC has to be the film’s biggest highlight and boy it’s so rewarding. Anirudh’s piercing music drives the mood the film and greatly aids in elevating every major emotion. The violence, as usual, is stylishly and effortlessly choreographed to make this such a solid watch so far.”
The slow, simmering buildup to the interval in #DC has to be the film’s biggest highlight and boy it’s so rewarding. Anirudh’s piercing music drives the mood the film and greatly aids in elevating every major emotion. The violence, as usual, is stylishly and effortlessly…
— Haricharan Pudipeddi (@pudiharicharan) August 7, 2026
Venky Reviews described the film as a decent action drama despite issues in its writing: “#DC Decent Action Drama Despite Its Writing Flaws! Raw and grounded with a fairly engaging first half despite a regular, generic storyline. Film does feel slow in places, and the second half starts to get repetitive after a while. However, 4-5 blocks work really well across the film, and the neatly wrapped-up climax works in its favor. Writing around Loki’s gang could’ve been stronger, especially their backstories and motives. Anirudh is terrific throughout and keeps the film engaging even when the writing dips. Loki makes a promising debut. Not fully satisfactory, but decent enough to give a try! Rating: 2.75/5.”
#DC Decent Action Drama Despite Its Writing Flaws!
Raw and grounded with a fairly engaging first half despite a regular, generic storyline. Film does feel slow in places, and the second half starts to get repetitive after a while. However, 4-5 blocks work really well across the…
— Venky Reviews (@venkyreviews) August 7, 2026
Film critic Siddharth Srinivas also praised the film’s emotional core and interval block. He wrote, “#DC Interval: Blood red run. Definitely one of Arun Matheswaran’s better stories so far, packs in a good emotional core with impactful characters and keeps the narrative going with superb, realistic action despite being a big generic. @anirudhofficial steals the show with his explosive BGM, he is the hero. Lokesh makes a good impression in his first film as a hero, his screen presence and drunk daddy attitude are good. Wamiqa is a neat fit too.”
#DC Interval: Blood red run. Definitely one of Arun Matheswaran’s better stories so far, packs in a good emotional core with impactful characters and keeps the narrative going with superb, realistic action despite being a big generic. @anirudhofficial steals the show with his… pic.twitter.com/MMXdVwx3y6
— Siddarth Srinivas (@sidhuwrites) August 7, 2026
“#DC That Raga of Revenge BGM at the interval, Hangover song, BGM on the Action & Emotional blocks. Man elevating the Film fully with his Madmaxxxx BGM. Ani & LokeshKanagaraj combo never disappoints. This time given the best for Actor Lokesh Kanagaraj too with so many elevations,” another review read.
#DC That Raga of Revenge BGM at the interval, Hangover song, BGM on the Action & Emotional blocks👌🎶
Man elevating the Film fully with his Madmaxxxx BGM🫡🔥Ani & LokeshKanagaraj combo never disappoints. This time given the best for Actor LokeshKanagaraj too with so many… pic.twitter.com/qNGZkjBY16
— AmuthaBharathi (@CinemaWithAB) August 7, 2026
What Is DC About?
Directed by Arun Matheswaran, DC follows Devadas, a rugged outlaw, and his partner Chandra as they find themselves caught in a violent world where trust is constantly tested. As dangerous enemies close in, the duo must go through betrayal, survival and blood-soaked confrontations while trying to stay one step ahead of those pursuing them.
DC: Cast And Crew
DC stars filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj in his first lead acting role as Devadas. Wamiqa Gabbi plays Chandra while Sanjana Krishnamoorthy appears as Parvati. Arun Matheswaran also features in a supporting role. The film’s music has been composed by Anirudh Ravichander.
