Lokesh Kanagaraj film prop mixed with AK-47 rifle in Chennai; Is the promo loading for starrer Allu Arjun? | Tamil Movie News

Chennai police mistook film props for real AK-47 rifles during a vehicle check. The guns were for a Lokesh Kanagaraj shoot. The discovery caused a brief panic but was quickly resolved. This incident has fueled speculations about a promotion for Allu Arjun’s AA23. Fans are anticipating an action-packed premiere.

In Chennai, strict checks of vehicles are being carried out as part of routine checks across the city. During one such check in Ashok Nagar, officials stopped a van for inspection. The routine search took an unexpected turn: the vehicle had more than a dozen guns, ranging from AK-47s to other brands. The discovery of the weapons caused immediate panic among travelers who happened to be nearby.

Lokesh KanagarajMovie props mixed with real weapons

However, the scene changed within minutes. According to Cinema Express, the guns were found to be props for the making of the film. After further inspection, officials revealed that the artefacts belonged to the film directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. These were being carried after a shoot and returned to the Vadapalani shop. In due course, the documents and permits related to the property were shown to the authorities, and the group was allowed to leave.

The viral buzz surrounding the AK-47 seizure incident in Chennai

News of “AK-47 rifles seized in Chennai” spread quickly and briefly created panic. But when the truth came out, the situation changed in a light moment. Many people took to social media to share memes and jokes, with even officials saying they were surprised by the “cinema-style twist”. Some users joked that real guns were not found, but “coil guns”.

Public nuisances and similar events cause concern

This is not the first time such an incident has happened. Recently, imitation jewelry was also seized in a check, which could later be identified as a counterfeit item used for business purposes. Although these checks are necessary for security, they cause an inconvenience to citizens. The AK-47 prop situation underscored how quickly fear can escalate, only to be replaced just as quickly by a wave of relief.

Is the promotion ‘AA23’ loading?

Meanwhile, Lokesh Kanagaraj’s shoot using AK-47 sparked speculations about his next project, which is announced to star. Allu Arjun. The director might have shot a promo for the film titled ‘AA23’ and fans are hoping to release an action-packed promo soon on a special day.