Despite his talent and dedication, Suriya has struggled to find consistent box office success in recent years.
Known for his powerful performances and versatile roles, the actor has earned critical acclaim — but translating that into commercial success has proven difficult.
Now, all eyes are on Retro, a romantic action thriller that marks Suriya’s first collaboration with acclaimed filmmaker Karthik Subbaraj.
The film has generated considerable buzz, thanks to Karthik’s reputation for unique storytelling and a strong directorial vision. Fans and cinema lovers alike are eager to see what this promising partnership will deliver.
Retro is being positioned as a potential game-changer for Suriya. The promotional content released so far has struck the right chord with audiences, building genuine anticipation ahead of its May 1, 2025 release.
Unlike Kanguva, which came with a massive budget, Retro is reportedly made on a more modest ₹65 crore budget. This lowers the pressure on the film to perform extraordinarily just to break even, making it a more strategically sound project for Suriya.
If the content resonates with audiences, Retro could very well become a commercial success and mark Suriya’s long-awaited box office comeback.
While films like 24, Si3, NGK, Kaappaan, and Kanguva had high expectations, they couldn’t deliver at the box office. His OTT releases Soorarai Pottru and Jai Bhim won hearts and accolades but missed theatrical runs.
With everything seemingly falling into place—from the director’s vision to the right budget and strong pre-release buzz — Retro might just be the film that ends Suriya’s box office dry spell. Now, it all comes down to the content.
Let’s wait and watch!
