Retro

Paarivel Kannan is a man born into a criminal environment who seeks to distance himself from a violent life to build a peaceful future with Rukmini. Despite his desire for a fresh start and the promises he made, his former world resurfaces. He is forced to confront old conflicts and dangerous obstacles as he attempts to move past his history and reclaim his love.

Directed and written by Karthik Subbaraj, Retro is the sixth film in the director's career, following Jigarthanda DoubleX and preceding Dorothy. The movie stars Suriya, who also produced the film alongside Jyothika, in the lead role of Paarivel Kannan. The cast includes Pooja Hegde, Joju George, Jayaram, Vidhu, and Nassar. Produced by 2D Entertainment and Stone Bench Creations, the production had a budget of 8 million USD and earned 11 million USD at the worldwide box office.

The film has received a moderate reception from viewers, with a rating of 6.4/10 on IMDb based on 17,000 votes and a score of 6.3/10 on TMDB from 48 votes. With a runtime of 162 minutes, the Indian production blends elements of action, crime, drama, and romance. The project involved a credited crew of 135 people and a cast of 23 performers.