Retro First Review: Suriya's Actioner Is A Crazy Thriller With Top-Notch Performance & Clap-Worthy Climax

Retro First Review Is Highly Positive: Superstar Suriya collaborated with maverick filmmaker Karthik Subbaraj for a period gangster action drama with a heavy dose of romantic undertone. Titled 'Retro,' the movie is ready to open on the big screens worldwide on May 1 in Tamil and Telugu. Set in the backdrop of the 70s and the 80s, the movie stars Pooja Hegde as the female lead and will release along with Nani's HIT 3 and Tourist Family at the box office.

The advance bookings for Suriya's Retro touched a new height and Pooja Hegde's charm is adding to the film's exciting buzz. The song 'Kanima' earned 40 million views on YouTube and is one of the most exciting and luring parts of the film. The theatrical trailer is winning more number of views and positive buzz for Suriya is encouraging, especially after the disastrous Kanguva. With whatever happening on the social media platforms for Suriya's Retro, it looks like the actor is going to hit the bulls eye on the opening day.

Suriya's Powerhouse Performance; Stunning Climax, & Dialogues

According to the online buzz about Suriya's Retro movie, in which Pooja Hegde played a demure role of girl-next-door, Suriya delivered a top-notch performance once again. With high stakes around Retro, the actor is hoping to win back his success streak and Karthik Subbaraj exuded confidence in the period action drama. There are clap-worthy dialogues, a great climax, and complimenting supporting cast. Pooja Hegde is also going to score a massive hit after a very long time. A self-proclaimed critic and overseas censor board member Umair Sandhu wrote on his X handle to share his views on Retro. Here's what he has to say.

Retro Premise

The movie is about a strong-headed protagonist, a former gangster, who tries to leave the past behind and live a peaceful life with his wife. However, his past comes haunting.

Retro Cast & Crew

Retro movie stars Suriya, Pooja Hegde, Prakash Raj, Nassar, Joju George, Jayaram, Sujith Shankar, Krishnakumar Balasubramanian, Prem Kumar, Uday Mahesh, Sandeep Raj, Nandita Das, Remya Suresh, George Maryan, and Karunakaran among others in key roles. Shriya Saran shot for a special song in the film.

Santhosh Narayanan is working on the film's music and background score. Suriya's 2D Entertainment and Karthik Subbaraj's Stone Bench Creations are jointly producing the movie. Shreyaas Krishna is working as the cinematographer and Shafique Mohamed Ali as the editor of the movie Retro.