Retro Movie Review

Movie Name: Retro

• Release Date: May 1, 2025
• Languages: Tamil and Telugu
• Director: Karthik Subbaraj
• Genre: Romantic Action Drama
• Set In: 1970s–1980s

Cast:

• Suriya as Paarivel Paari Kannan
• Pooja Hegde as Rukmini (Rukku)
• Supporting roles and action choreography by Kecha Khamphakdee
• Music by Santhosh Narayanan

Plot / Story:

• Suriya plays a reformed gangster trying to start afresh with his wife (Pooja Hegde), but his past catches up with him. Set across different decades, the film explores his emotional struggle, love, and redemption, blending stylized violence with heartfelt moments.

Rating :

• Audience Rating: 4/5
• Twitter Reactions: Mostly positive

Praised for Suriya’s performance, action sequences, nostalgic vibe, and music score.