'Retro' OTT release date CONFIRMED! Suriya-Pooja Hegde starrer to stream on THIS day
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The action drama 'Retro', starring Suriya and Pooja Hegde and directed by
Karthik Subbaraj
, is all set to make its digital debut. The movie after a strong run at the box office can soon be also enjoyed at your comfort.
When and where to watch
The movie will be officially streamed on streaming on Netflix. In their coming soon section the OTT giant announced that the film will be available to watch from May 31, 2025, in Tamil, Telugu, and several other major Indian languages.
'Retro' hit theatres just a few weeks ago, but despite the star-studded cast and high expectations, however, the film enjoyed a good performance in the Tamil regions and received an underwhelming response, particularly in the Telugu-speaking regions where it underperformed significantly.
About the film
The story follows Paarivel "Paari" Kannan, an orphan raised by a gangster named Tilak Raj played by Joju George. Paari grows up loyal to Tilak's criminal empire but struggles with his own identity and past. After the death of the gangster's wife Sandhya, who had adopted Paari, the young man meets Rukmini played by Pooja Hegde, and their shared grief brings them closer. Years later, Paari and Rukmini reconnect and plan to marry, hoping to leave behind a life of crime.
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However, Paari's past catches up with him when Tilak Raj accuses him of sabotaging a secret arms deal known as "Gold Fish," a cache of weapons linked to a political candidate. Paari is arrested but escapes prison upon learning that Rukmini has moved to the Andaman Islands.
During the film's theatrical release, fans on Twitter praised the film for its stylish presentation, engaging action sequences, and powerful performances, especially highlighting Suriya's intense portrayal of Paarivel "Paari" Kannan and Pooja Hegde's career-best performance.
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