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Pink Villa
23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Karuppu: Was Suriya starrer originally meant for Trisha Krishnan as main lead?
Karuppu, starring Suriya in the lead role, is speculated to release in theaters this year with the makers unveiling an action-packed teaser. As the commercial entertainer is expected to be a divine fantasy movie, did you know it was once reported to be a venture with Trisha Krishnan as the lead? Karuppu was initially meant for Trisha Krishnan as the lead? According to an old report by Valai Pechu, director RJ Balaji (RJB) initially wanted to make the movie with Trisha Krishnan as the lead. The film was supposedly titled Maasaani Amman, which would have featured the Leo actress in a role similar to that of Nayanthara in Mookuthi Amman. Moreover, the script was reportedly revised later on, incorporating elements that are suitable for a Suriya-starrer movie. However, this is just a report for now and has not been confirmed by the makers. Karuppu teaser Suriya is celebrating his 50th birthday on July 23, 2025, making it a milestone in the actor's personal life. Celebrating the Retro star's birthday, the makers of Karuppu unveiled a teaser. The action-packed teaser showcased Suriya as a divine entity who takes the form of a lawyer to help a person's plea. Taking on adversaries, Karuppu showcases a power-packed performance by Suriya, featuring elements of fantasy and awe. Watch the teaser for Karuppu With Suriya in the lead, the movie features Trisha Krishnan as the co-star, marking their reunion after several years. Aside from them, the film features actors such as Natty, Indrans, Anagha Maya Ravi, Swasika, Sshivada, and many more in key roles. With RJB helming the project, the musical tracks and scores will be created by Sai Abhyankkar. Suriya's work front Suriya was last seen in the lead role for the movie Retro, directed by Karthik Subbaraj. The romantic actioner, starring Pooja Hegde in the lead role, is currently available for streaming on Netflix. With Karuppu in the lineup, the actor is touted to appear next in the tentatively titled Suriya46, directed by Lucky Baskhar fame Venky Atluri. The upcoming venture is said to be a family entertainer with Mamitha Baiju playing a key role.
News18
23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Suriya Greets Massive Crowd Outside His Home On 50th Birthday, Takes Selfie
Last Updated: Actor Suriya celebrated his 50th birthday on July 23, 2025, with fans outside his Chennai home. Videos went viral of him greeting fans and recording a selfie. As actor Suriya celebrated his milestone 50th birthday on July 23, 2025, a sea of fans gathered outside his residence in Chennai to mark the occasion. Videos from the early morning celebration quickly spread across social media. It shows the actor's overwhelmed reaction as chants of his name filled the street. In one of the widely shared clips, Suriya is seen in a simple white outfit, stepping out to greet the crowd. He smiles, folds his hands in gratitude, and waves to his fans as they cheer loudly from the packed street. A particularly heartfelt moment came when Suriya took out his phone and recorded a selfie video from a higher floor, showing the sheer volume of admirers assembled below. 'Love you all," he says in the video, blowing a flying kiss to the cheering crowd. Fans didn't just fill the road – they climbed onto nearby structures and walls to catch a glimpse of the actor. One fan-recorded video from the street shows the crowd chanting his name. Suriya, who made his acting debut with Nerrukku Ner in 1997, has enjoyed a diverse filmography over the decades. While his recent outing Kanguva in 2024, in which he played both a warrior and a bounty hunter, underperformed with Rs 106.25 crore worldwide against its Rs 350-crore budget, he bounced back with Retro this year. Directed by Karthik Subbaraj, the film earned praise from critics and grossed Rs 96.97 crore globally. Currently, the actor is filming Karuppu with RJ Balaji, where he will once again portray dual roles. He has also signed a yet-untitled film with Venky Atluri, which will mark his debut in Telugu cinema. On Suriya's 50th birthday today, the teaser of Karuppu was released by the makers. It opens with power power-packed avatar of Suriya. The scene keeps on shifting. It is set against the village carnival. A voiceover adds gravitas, as Suriya makes a compelling entrance. Watch the teaser here: Karuppu, starring Suriya in the lead, is produced by Dream Warrior Pictures and written and directed by RJB, with cinematography by GK Vishnu and music by Sai Abhyankar. It is planned for release this October during Diwali. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Toronto Star
29-06-2025
- Sport
- Toronto Star
Canada beats Poland 21-9 to win bronze at women's 3x3 basketball World Cup
Canada's Katherine Plouffe (left to right), Michelle Plouffe Paige Crozon and Kacie Bosch huddle during the women's 3 X 3 basketball bronze medal game at the Summer Olympics in Paris on Monday, Aug.5, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld RJB flag wire: true flag sponsored: false article_type: : sWebsitePrimaryPublication : publications/toronto_star bHasMigratedAvatar : false :
