Okay, so here’s the deal—Suriya is making a comeback and it’s not just any movie. It’s called Retro, and yeah, it’s exactly what it sounds like. 70s and 80s vibes, bell bottoms, old-school romance, gangsters, drama, and that mass action energy. From all the retro movie reviews floating around already, looks like he’s totally owning this one. Finally, something fresh after that Kanguva flop mess.
He’s teamed up with Karthik Subbaraj this time. Yep, that Karthik—the guy who never plays it safe. So naturally, things are already sounding spicy. And guess what? It’s not just a Tamil release. It’s going full-on pan-India mode—Tamil and Telugu. Release date? May 1st. So yeah, mark your calendars, or don’t… just set a reminder on your phone. Same thing.
Anyway, there’s more. Pooja Hegde is in this too. She’s playing this soft, girl-next-door kind of role, and folks online are saying she nailed it. I mean, it’s been a while since she had a big hit, so fingers crossed for her too.
Oh, and did I mention advance bookings are going bonkers? Like, crazy high. People are clearly hyped, and one big reason—besides Suriya’s swag—is this song called Kanima. That thing’s already at 40 million views on YouTube. No kidding. It’s got that catchy, “play it again” vibe and honestly, it’s low-key addictive.
And the trailer? Yeah, that’s doing numbers too. Everyone’s talking about how Suriya looks like he’s on fire in this one. After the disaster that was Kanguva, he really needed a win. Judging by the buzz on social media, memes, and fan pages blowing up—he might actually pull it off.
Buzz is Real: Retro’s Set to Smash
So here’s the thing—retro movie reviews are already out in some places (early screenings and all that jazz), and they’re all saying the same thing. Suriya’s performance? Next level. The guy’s playing this ex-gangster trying to go straight, live a normal life, and just chill with his wife. But of course, because it’s a movie, the past comes back to mess things up.
Classic setup, right? But it’s not cheesy. Apparently, it’s full of hard-hitting dialogues, punchy one-liners, and a wild climax that has people clapping in the theaters. That’s the word on the street, anyway. Even the supporting cast is getting love—like, not just background noise but actual solid characters. Which, let’s be real, is rare in these kinds of flicks.
Also, a quick shoutout to Umair Sandhu. That guy—you know, the self-proclaimed critic who’s always got early takes—he’s already posted about Retro on X (Twitter). He’s calling it a power-packed comeback for Suriya. Dramatic? Maybe. But hey, if even he’s hyping it, something’s cooking.
And director Karthik Subbaraj? Dude’s looking super confident. Which is cool, ‘cause when a director’s calm like that, it usually means they know they’ve got something solid in the bag. Add to that the old-school setting and gangster drama vibes—man, this is going to hit different.
Also, let’s not forget, Retro’s clashing with Nani’s HIT 3 and this movie called Tourist Family. So yeah, the box office is going to be crowded. But Retro? It’s looking like it’ll own Day 1. Everyone’s watching those retro movie reviews like hawks to see who comes out on top.
Star Cast, Killer Crew, and That Soundtrack Tho
Let’s talk cast real quick. Besides Suriya and Pooja Hegde, we’ve got Prakash Raj (legend), Nassar (double legend), Joju George, Jayaram, and a bunch of other solid names like Sujith Shankar, Krishnakumar Balasubramanian, Prem Kumar, Uday Mahesh, Sandeep Raj, Nandita Das, Remya Suresh, George Maryan, and Karunakaran. Oh, and wait for it—Shriya Saran shot a special song! No idea what kind of item number or throwback it is, but we’ll take it.
Music? Santhosh Narayanan is in charge of both the songs and the background score. And this guy never disappoints. You know how in some movies, the music kinda saves it? Yeah, this might be one of those. But this time, everything’s working together—music, story, visuals—it’s just clicking.
Behind the scenes, Shreyaas Krishna is doing the cinematography, and Shafique Mohamed Ali is the editor. And guess what—Suriya’s own 2D Entertainment is co-producing this along with Karthik Subbaraj’s Stone Bench Creations. So it’s personal. That’s probably why it looks so polished too.
And let’s be real, nothing says “I believe in this project” like putting your own money into it. Respect.
Last Thoughts? Retro’s Got That Heat
So yeah, long story short—Retro is coming in hot. The buzz is real, the trailer looks dope, the songs are popping, and all the retro movie reviews so far are full of praise. Fans are hyped. Theaters are going to be packed. And Suriya? He might just get his redemption arc after that Kanguva mess.
The mix of gangster grit, retro romance, and some stylish filmmaking is hitting the right notes. And with Pooja Hegde adding that old-school charm, plus all the hype around Kanima, things are definitely lining up.
There’s no telling if it’ll be a blockbuster yet, but it sure as hell feels like it. If you’re into gangster dramas, retro settings, and watching Suriya go full beast mode, then May 1—you know where to be.
And hey, even if you just wanna see what all the fuss is about after reading all those retro movie reviews, it’s worth checking out. Worst-case? You get some cool music and a few killer action scenes. Best-case? You witness one of Suriya’s best performances yet.
Now let’s just hope the film lives up to the noise. Either way, it’s gonna be fun to watch it all go down.
