Suriya's film with RJ Balaji titled ‘Karuppu'; title-look poster hints at a mass action entertainer on cards
Karuppu is the title of Tamil superstar Suriya's upcoming film with director RJ Balaji, the makers announced on Friday (June 20) with a title-look poster. The news was announced on the occassion of Balaji's 40th birthday.
The poster features a silhouette of a sickle-wielding Suriya standing before what appears to be a Karuppusamy temple. The poster hints at a raw and rustic mass action entertainer on cards.
Karuppu stars actor Trisha as the female lead, marking a reunion with Suriya after nearly two decades. The cast of the film also features Swasika, Indrans, Sshivada, Anagha Maya Ravi, Yogi Babu, Natty, and Supreeth Reddy among others
With music scored by Sai Abhyankkar of 'Katchi Sera' and 'Aasa Kooda' fame, the film has cinematography by GK Vishnu and editing by R Kalaivanan. Anbariv and Vikram Mor have served as the action choreographers.
Produced by SR Prabu and SR Prakash Babu of Dream Warrior Pictures, Karuppu is currently in its final leg of shooting. According to a press release, the makers are eyeing a release in theatres on a festival day.
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