Kamal Haasan Supports Suriya's Karuppu Amid Release Delays
Kamal Haasan's Message for Karuppu Team
Kamal Haasan has expressed his support for the team behind Karuppu, particularly for his co-star Suriya, who takes on the lead role in this action-drama. In a post on his X (formerly Twitter) account, Haasan confirmed the film's release following a day filled with confusion regarding its showtimes and cancellations, which had left fans disheartened. Originally scheduled for a grand premiere on May 14, the film faced unexpected delays that prevented it from hitting theaters as planned. The news of the RJ Balaji-directed film encountering obstacles was surprising to many.
Kamal Haasan Cheers for Karuppu
Kamal Haasan Cheers for Karuppu
On May 15, Haasan resolved the uncertainty by wishing the entire team of Karuppu success at the box office. His post on X stated, "Brother @Suriya_offl's film Karuppu, which faced issues from the time of its release, has now been resolved smoothly, and the film has been released today. My congratulations to Brother Suriya, the producers, director @RJ_Balaji, and the entire film crew. #Karuppu"
Delay in Karuppu's Release
Delay in Karuppu's Release
Karuppu also received backing from Tamil Nadu's newly elected Chief Minister Thalapathy Vijay, who approved 9 AM screenings in response to positive advance booking trends. The film's producers expressed their gratitude to Vijay for his support via social media.
Overview of Karuppu
Overview of Karuppu
The trailer for Karuppu indicates that the narrative centers around a significant legal and social struggle. Trisha portrays an advocate named Preethi, who advocates for a marginalized family, while Suriya plays a lawyer embroiled in a violent conflict involving corruption and injustice. His character appears to be a 'supernatural host' or vigilante seeking to address issues of caste and corruption. RJ Balaji not only directs but also takes on the role of the main antagonist, Baby Kannan. The cast includes Indrans, Natty Subramaniam, Swasika, Sshivada, Supreeth Reddy, and Yogi Babu.
Confirmation of Release and Acknowledgment
Confirmation of Release and Acknowledgment
On Friday, the film's makers took to social media to thank fans for their understanding and confirmed that Karuppu would finally have its grand opening on May 15, with worldwide screenings starting at 9 AM. Suriya echoed this sentiment on his social media account. This announcement followed the team's earlier acknowledgment of the fans' disappointment and their heartfelt message of gratitude for the unwavering support.