The highly anticipated collaboration between 'Icon Star' Allu Arjun and acclaimed director Lokesh Kanagaraj has been officially announced, with their film tentatively titled 'AA 23' (also referred to as 'LK7' or 'AALoki'). The exciting news was made public on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, coinciding with the auspicious festival of Bhogi, ahead of Makar Sankranthi. This marks a significant development for Indian cinema, bringing together two of its most prominent figures. The project is being produced by Mythri Movie Makers, a production house known for its successful ventures, including Allu Arjun's blockbuster 'Pushpa' franchise. The makers released an animated announcement video, which featured a powerful background score and the tagline 'Strive for greatness,' a sentiment also echoed by Allu Arjun in his social media post sharing the news. Adding to the star-studded lineup, renowned music director Anirudh Ravichander is confirmed to compose the music for 'AA 23', continuing his successful collaboration with Lokesh Kanagaraj. The film is envisioned as a large-scale pan-India entertainer, aiming to captivate audiences across various languages and regions. While the genre and detailed storyline are currently under wraps, industry insiders suggest the project will blend Allu Arjun's mass appeal with Lokesh's signature gritty and stylish filmmaking. The principal photography for 'AA 23' is expected to commence later in 2026, with reports indicating a possible start in August, and a projected release in 2027. Allu Arjun is currently also working on another untitled mega sci-fi actioner with director Atlee, co-starring Deepika Padukone.