Retro, starring Suriya and directed by Karthik Subbaraj, hit theaters yesterday amid high anticipation. Promoted heavily for its stylish visuals and unique storytelling, the film generated strong pre-release buzz. Fans were hopeful that Retro would mark a grand comeback for Suriya. However, early reviews and word of mouth have been mixed, slightly dampening the momentum.
Despite the lukewarm reception, the film opened well in certain territories. Here’s a breakdown of its Day 1 collections:
- Tamil Nadu: ₹15 crore (Suriya’s biggest opening in the state)
- Karnataka: ₹2.7 crore
- Andhra Pradesh & Telangana: ₹2.5 crore
- Kerala: ₹2.6 crore
- Rest of India: ₹0.7 crore
The Total Indian Gross stands at approximately ₹23.5 crore, while the Overseas collections added around ₹9 crore, bringing the Worldwide Day 1 total to nearly ₹32.5 crore.
While Retro couldn’t surpass the record set by Suriya’s earlier blockbuster Kanguva in most regions, it did manage to outperform it in Tamil Nadu. Overall, the film has delivered an average opening, and its success will largely depend on how it performs over the weekend and beyond.
