Retro Shines Bright on Day 1 with a Strong Opening

Suriya’s much-awaited film Retro, directed by Karthik Subbaraj, hit theaters with a powerful start. On Day 1, the film collected over ₹32 crore in India, making it one of the top openings post-COVID for a Kollywood star. High pre-release buzz, mass appeal, and strategic marketing pushed the movie to become the second biggest opener for Suriya in recent years. The strong advance booking, especially in Tamil Nadu and overseas, boosted the first-day numbers significantly.

Subheading 2: Kanguva Remains Suriya’s Biggest Blockbuster Opening Till Date

Despite Retro’s great start, Suriya’s earlier release Kanguva continues to hold the crown for the biggest Day 1 opening post-pandemic. Released in late 2024, Kanguva raked in over ₹58 crore worldwide on its first day, with ₹29 crore from India alone. The film benefited from massive hype, a pan-India release strategy, and grand visuals, setting a benchmark that Retro couldn’t beat. However, Retro still managed to deliver one of the strongest openings in Suriya’s career.

Audience Reception Could Shape Retro’s Box Office Journey

While Retro started strong, its long-term box office success depends on word of mouth. Early reactions from fans and critics are mixed to positive. If the film maintains steady weekend growth and draws family audiences, it could challenge Kanguva’s overall earnings in the coming weeks. Songs, action sequences, and Suriya’s new avatar are being praised, offering good signs for continued performance.

Can Retro Cross the ₹100 Crore Mark and Make History?

The big question now: Will Retro enter the ₹100 crore club? With its impressive Day 1 and holiday release timing, the film is positioned well. If overseas markets like the UAE, Malaysia, and the US show strong weekend numbers, and if the Hindi dubbed version gains traction, Retro might emerge as another milestone in Suriya’s career. While Kanguva‘s record remains unbeaten for now, Retro has the potential to set its own legacy in Tamil cinema.