'Suriya 44' is 'Retro'; title teaser promises love, laughter, war
What's the story
The much-awaited film of Tamil superstar Suriya, formerly called Suriya 44, has officially been titled Retro.
The announcement was made by director Karthik Subbaraj who also shared a first look at the film on social media platforms.
In this sneak peek, Suriya is seen playing a man battling severe temper issues who is determined to change for his love interest, played by Pooja Hegde.
Retro looks
'Retro' features Suriya and Hegde in vintage styles
The teaser for Retro has piqued fans' curiosity with its combination of love, laughter, and war.
Adding to the curiosity are the retro-inspired avatars worn by both Suriya and Hegde.
Suriya sports an old-world styled mustache and a lamb chop hairdo, while Hegde embraces fuller, rounded eyebrows with minimal makeup.
These vintage styles have managed to grab viewers' attention, making them even more excited for the film's release.
Production details
'Retro' is a co-production venture by Suriya and Jyotika
Apart from being a testament to Suriya's acting chops, Retro also highlights his production skills. The Tamil language romantic action film is co-produced by Suriya and his wife-actor, Jyotika.
The project was first announced in March 2023, with the final title being revealed only recently.
Apart from Suriya and Hegde, the cast includes Jayaram, Joju George, Prakash Raj, Nassar, and Prem Kumar among others.
Film's theme
'Retro' set in 1980s, blends romance with high-voltage drama
Reports indicate that Retro is set against the backdrop of the 1980s and features a gangster action drama. However, Subbaraj has clarified that the film is essentially a romantic one, laced with high-voltage drama. This unique blend of genres only adds to the intrigue surrounding Retro.
Meanwhile, Suriya is also working on another project titled Suriya 45, directed by RJ Balaji.