Retro Box Office Collection: Suriya and Pooja Hegde’s much-awaited Tamil action thriller ‘Retro’, directed by Karthik Subbaraj, has experienced a rollercoaster ride at the box office. After a thunderous opening weekend, the film’s collections have slowed down significantly as the weekdays set in.
Total Box Office Collection
‘Retro’ has officially entered the ₹100 crore club globally, with the makers announcing a worldwide gross of ₹104 crore within the first week of release. In India, the film has collected over ₹49 crore net in six days, making it one of the top Tamil grossers of 2025 so far.
Day Wise Box Office Collection
Here’s a quick look at the day-wise India net collections (all languages):
| Day | Collection (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | 19.25 |
| Day 2 | 7.75 |
| Day 3 | 8.00 |
| Day 4 | 8.15 |
| Day 5 | 3.38 |
| Day 6 | 2.10 (approx) |
The film opened strong, but after the weekend, collections dipped sharply, especially on Monday and Tuesday, reflecting the typical weekday slump.
Story: High-Octane Action With a Nostalgic Twist
‘Retro’ follows Paarivel Kannan (Suriya), a former gangster raised by a powerful don. Trying to leave his violent past behind for love, Paari is forced back into conflict when his wedding is disrupted. The story blends action, emotion, and nostalgia, making it a treat for fans of mass entertainers.
Movie Cast
- Suriya as Paarivel Kannan (Paari)
- Pooja Hegde as Rukmini
- Joju George as Thilakan
- Jayaram
- Nassar
- Prakash Raj
The film is produced by 2D Entertainment and Stone Bench Films, with music by Santhosh Narayanan and cinematography by Shreyaas Krishna.
Movie Review: Expert Opinions
Critics have given ‘Retro’ mixed reviews. Suriya’s performance and Karthik Subbaraj’s direction are widely praised. The film’s action sequences and nostalgic elements are highlights. However, some reviewers felt the screenplay loses steam in the second half, and the pacing dips after the interval. Overall, it’s considered a solid mass entertainer with some shortcomings.
Movie Rating: Platform Scores
- IMDb: 7.2/10 (early ratings)
- Times of India: 3/5
- OTTplay: 3/5
Audience feedback is largely positive, especially for Suriya’s performance and the film’s technical aspects.