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Pink Villa
7 days ago
- 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.
New Indian Express
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Mahesh Narayanan and Shalini Usha Devi team up for biopic on India's first F1 driver Narain Karthikeyan
NK 370's screenplay is being penned by writer-filmmaker Shalini Usha Devi, who earlier co-wrote the Suriya-starrer Soorarai Pottru—a film that earned her the National Award for Best Screenplay, an honour she shared with director Sudha Kongara. Reflecting on the prestigious opportunity to spotlight a subject rarely explored in Indian cinema, Shalini said exclusively to CE, 'At its heart, the NK story is the impossible journey of a kid from 1990s Coimbatore, to the starting grid of a Formula 1 race, the pinnacle of motorsport, in the early 2000s. As it is one of the few racing films to emerge from the country, it gives us the opportunity to craft a whole new cinematic vocabulary.'
Pink Villa
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Sivakumar reveals how life has changed after Suriya became actor: 'For many years, I looked after family, but now...'
Suriya is currently involved in the making of his movie Suriya46 with director Venky Atluri. Now, the actor is making headlines for a different reason, thanks to his father Sivakumar's comments. Former actor Sivakumar on his son Suriya guiding their family Talking to Cinema Express, former actor Sivakumar said, 'Once, I guided the family and took care of Suriya. Made him study in school and college, he worked for a while in another job, and later on, he became a hero.' 'For many years, I looked after the family, but now, he guides it. Now we are all under his guidance, and moving ahead with his leadership.' As many already know, Suriya's father, Sivakumar, was an actor in Tamil cinema and television. Making his debut in 1965's Kaakum Karangal, the actor went on to appear as the lead in 195 movies, predominantly in Tamil. While the actor was last seen in a film in 2008, he is often a part of various public events. Suriya's work front Suriya was last seen in a lead role for the romantic actioner Retro, directed by Karthik Subbaraj. The movie featured the story of Paari, the foster son of a mobster who is used by his adoptive father as a fighting machine. However, after falling in love with Rukmini, Paari decides to end his violent ways, but is unsuccessful on the day of his wedding. How he changes for the love of his life, and what leads him to discover his true destiny, form the rest of the film. With Pooja Hegde as the co-lead, the Suriya-starrer featured actors like Joju George, Jayaram, Nassar, and others in key roles. Moving ahead, the Kanguva actor will be seen in a lead role in the film Karuppu. The upcoming Tamil-language film is a commercial entertainer, with rumors speculating that it tells the story of a vigilante man fighting against injustice. The RJ Balaji directorial will have Trisha Krishnan in the lead role. Furthermore, the actor is currently filming for Venky Atluri's family drama with Jana Nayagan's Mamitha Baiju appearing in a key role.
Economic Times
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Suriya's 'Retro' OTT release date confirmed: When and where to watch Tamil action romance?
Suriya and Pooja Hegde's action-romance 'Retro,' directed by Karthik Subbaraj, is set to stream on Netflix from May 31, 2025, in multiple Indian languages, surprisingly soon after its theatrical release. Despite mixed box office results, the film, praised for its performances and technical aspects, hopes to find a wider audience online, exploring themes of love, betrayal, and self-discovery. Suriya-starrer 'Retro' will soon be out on OTT. When and where to watch the film? Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads The World of 'Retro' The much-anticipated action-romance Retro, starring powerhouse performers Suriya and Pooja Hegde under the direction of visionary filmmaker Karthik Subbaraj, is now gearing up for its digital debut. Streaming giant Netflix has officially confirmed that Retro will begin airing on its platform starting May 31, 2025. The film will be accessible in Tamil, Telugu, and several other major Indian languages, making it widely available to audiences across the surprising is how soon this streaming release follows its theatrical run — less than four weeks after it first hit cinemas. This swift transition suggests a strategic shift, possibly driven by its box office performance and an eagerness to reach broader audiences the massive buzz leading up to its release and a cast packed with talent, Retro didn't quite ignite ticket sales the way it was expected to, particularly struggling in Telugu-speaking regions. The theatrical turnout was underwhelming, prompting a shift in focus to digital platforms, where it might still win hearts. Fans and critics alike are watching closely to see if the film can gain fresh momentum with its Netflix depth to the main storyline is a stellar ensemble cast, including Joju George, veteran actor Nassar, Vidhu, and Jayaram, all playing pivotal roles. The film is backed by Stone Bench Films in collaboration with 2D Entertainment, and its musical score is crafted by the acclaimed composer Santhosh Narayanan, whose work adds emotional weight to the Retro moves into the streaming space, the question remains: will it connect better with audiences from the comfort of home than it did in theatres? Only time will tell if this digital release can rewrite the film's in early May 2025, Retro is a Tamil-language film that blends romance, humor, and high-stakes drama. At the heart of the story is Paarivel 'Paari' Kannan, an orphan raised by a criminal, who embarks on a turbulent journey to uncover his mysterious origins. Along the way, he confronts betrayal, crosses paths with a deadly cult, and chases the hope of rekindling love with Rukmini, his long-lost announced as Suriya 44 in March 2024, the film was shot in scenic locales including the Andaman Islands, Ooty, Kerala, and Chennai. Cinematographer Shreyaas Krishna and editor Shafique Mohamed Ali helped shape its visual and narrative critics gave the film generally favorable reviews, praising the performances and technical finesse, pacing issues were noted. Nevertheless, it pulled in ₹97 crore globally against a Rs 65 crore budget, securing a spot among the year's top Tamil hits and becoming one of Suriya's most successful films to date.
Mint
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Retro Box Office Collection Day 9: Suriya's movie screenings reduced as it sees no improvement, mints THIS amount
Retro Box Office Collection Day 9: Suriya's film Retro was supposed to improve on its second weekend at the box office. However, the film has recorded another dip in earnings. According to industry tracker Sacnilk, Retro earned ₹ 1.06 crore from morning, afternoon and evening shows on day 8. While the earnings of the night shows will boost the business, so far, the film saw a dip of approximately 41.76% in earnings from Thursday to Friday. The total earnings of Retro now stand at ₹ 53.83. For the unversed, these are the live data from the website, which are subject to change. The final figures will be updated after the night shows. The Suriya-starrer saw an overall 16.43% occupancy among the Tamil audience on Friday. Its Telugu version recorded an overall 9.26% occupancy on Friday. The screenings of the film have been drastically reduced across Tamil Nadu and Telangana. While the film continued to perform relatively well in Tamil circuits, Chennai has slashed nearly 50% of Retro's shows. On the other hand, Hyderabad, which was among the highest number of shows and occupancy for Retro, now has only 28 screenings available for Retro. Similarly, Vizag-Visakhapatnam recorded 28 Retro shows. Chennai currently has 295 shows of Retro, while Bengaluru, Madurai, and Coimbatore have recorded 142, 119, and 115 screenings, respectively. The overall screening count has seen a sharp decline when compared to previous days. Retro is directed by Karthik Subbaraj. It is produced by 2D Entertainment and Stone Bench Films. It is the first collaboration between Suriya and Subbaraj. Retro stars Suriya as the local gangster while Pooja Hegde plays his love interest in the film. It also features Jayaram, Joju George, Karunakaran, Nassar, and Prakash Raj in prominent roles. Actor Shriya Saran also makes a special cameo. The film revolves around a reformed gangster who is determined to honour a promise to his wife and live a quiet life. However, it is not that easy for him as his past resurfaces, threatening the peace he has fought to build. The film was released on May 1, on Labour Day. It majorly clashed with actor Nani's latest release HIT 3, which was also released on the same date, in Tamil and Telugu languages.
