Tamil superstar Surya is back with a bang! His latest action-romance drama Retro, directed by Karthik Subbaraj, is making waves at the box office. Despite facing tough competition from Ajay Devgan’s much-awaited Raid 2, Retro has managed to grab significant attention and rake in impressive numbers.

Retro Opens Strong, Takes on Raid 2

Released on May 1, Retro features an ensemble cast including Pooja Hegde, Jayaram, Shriya Saran, Prakash Raj, and Nasser. With high anticipation surrounding the film, it opened to a strong response, earning Rs 19.25 crore on its first day — matching the domestic box office collection of Raid 2.

IMDb users have rated the film a solid 8.7, reflecting positive audience feedback.

Day 2 Dip, But Momentum Intact

While Retro couldn’t outpace Raid 2 on day two, it still managed to hold ground. According to early trade estimates by Sacnilk, the film collected Rs 7.50 crore on Friday, bringing its total domestic haul to Rs 26.75 crore. Meanwhile, Raid 2 pulled ahead with over Rs 11 crore on the same day.

Can Retro Rule the Weekend?

The real test begins now — will Surya’s Retro maintain its momentum over the weekend and pull off a major win? Fans and trade analysts alike are watching closely.

Story: A Gangster’s Journey to Redemption

In Retro, Surya plays Pari (aka Kannan), a gangster who dreams of leaving violence behind to live a peaceful life with his wife Rukmani, played by Pooja Hegde. The film weaves action with romance and has been praised for its gripping storytelling and emotional depth.

With strong word of mouth and solid performances, all eyes are now on Retro’s weekend run at the box office.