RJ Balaji, who is awaiting the release of the much-expected Karuppu, headlined by Suriya, has dropped exciting hints about the action entertainer during the audio launch of the film held in Madurai.
He called it a complete commercial entertainer crafted over nearly 32 months, and shared that the film is designed to cater to a theatrical experience, with a strong and gripping first half. "The first half is very strong, while the second half is packed with entertainment and theatrical elements—you’ll get to see the Suriya sir we’ve all been waiting for. Every ten minutes, there will be a high point in the film," he said, pointing at how Suriya immediately agreed to act in the film after a 45-minute narration.
The filmmaker also highlighted that Suriya will showcase a wide range of elements, from dance to action, appearing in multiple shades throughout the film. Building anticipation further, the director concluded with a bold statement: “The king is coming for his throne,” hinting at a strong comeback for the star.
The LKG filmmaker also said, "I wanted Suriya sir to enjoy himself on screen, have some fun and also be seen in a massy way. Usually, big hero films will have the hero in all the scenes. But in Karuppu, there are lot of scenes without him and we have our stories in the film. But he agreed to that and did it. On screen, his eyes speak volumes."
Karuppu, which is slated to release on May 14, features Trisha as the female lead, reuniting her with her Aaru (2005) co-star Suriya. The supporting cast includes Yogi Babu, acclaimed Malayalam actor Indrans, Sshivada, Lubber Pandhu fame Swasika, Natty, Supreeth Reddy, and Anagha Maya Ravi. The director is also playing a cameo role in the film.
The teaser for the film revealed that Suriya will play a lawyer called Saravanan, a nod to his original name. Released in July last year, it presented Suriya in a 'mass' avatar. Set in a rural backdrop, he is looked at as a saviour, an almost deity-like who delivers justice to commonfolk.
Besides Sai Abhyankkar as the composer, Cinematographer GK Vishnu, editor R Kalaivanan, production designer Arun Venjaramoodu, and stunt choreographers Anbariv and Vikram Mor, round out the crew of Karuppu.