Censor Board Approves Suriya’s ‘Retro’ for U/A Release
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Synopsis
The Censor Board has given the green light to Karthik Subbaraj's action film 'Retro', featuring Suriya and Pooja Hegde, with a U/A certificate. Set for release on May 1, the film has generated high expectations following the teaser's release.
Key Takeaways
- Director: Karthik Subbaraj
- Cast: Suriya, Pooja Hegde
- Release Date: May 1
- Runtime: 2 hours, 48 minutes
- Teaser Views: 2 crore within hours
- Music: Santhosh Narayanan
- Cinematography: Shreyaas Krishna
- Stunts: Kecha Khamphakdee
- Martial Arts Training: Thailand
- Art Direction: Jacki, Mayapandi
Chennai, April 17 (NationPress) The Censor Board of Film Certification has approved director Karthik Subbaraj’s highly anticipated action film ‘Retro’, starring Suriya and Pooja Hegde, for release with a U/A certificate.
The movie is set to premiere on May 1 this year, boasting a runtime of two hours, 48 minutes, and 30 seconds.
‘Retro’ has generated significant buzz as one of this year's most awaited films, especially after a teaser was shared by the film team recently.
The teaser opens with Pooja Hegde and Suriya sitting on the steps of what looks like a temple, by the riverside. Suriya vows to leave behind a life filled with violence and rowdyism, promising to stop collaborating with his father and seek happiness through her love. He then proposes to her and receives a tender kiss on his forehead in response.
This teaser quickly garnered over two crore views within hours, heightening anticipation for the film's release.
In addition to Suriya and Pooja Hegde, the cast includes notable stars like Malayalam actors Joju George and Jayaram, along with Tamil actor Karunakaran.
The film's music is composed by Santhosh Narayanan, with Shreyaas Krishna handling cinematography. Shafique Mohamed Ali is responsible for editing, while art direction is managed by Jacki and Mayapandi. The movie promises to be action-packed, featuring stunts choreographed by Kecha Khamphakdee.
Notably, Suriya underwent specialized martial arts training in Thailand for this role.
