Commenting on the nationwide success of 'Karthikeya 2', actor Nikhil Siddhartha said it is exciting that a "new section of the audience is watching" him. He said the success has given him the responsibility to keep up with the audience's expectations. 'Karthikeya 2' is performing well at the box office despite facing competition from 'Laal Singh Chaddha' and 'Raksha Bandhan'.