Retro OTT Verdict: Box office, Twitter review of Suriya and Pooja Hegde’s Tamil action drama

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Today, May 30th, marks the digital premiere of the movie “Retro,” starring Suriya and Pooja Hegde. You can now stream this Tamil action drama on Netflix. Excited fans have already pressed their TV remotes to catch a glimpse of this film. Social media is abuzz with reviews from viewers who’ve seen it. If you’re considering watching it online, here are some audience reactions to help you decide.

What do netizens have to say about Retro?

Audience members highly appreciated the movie “Retro”, commending Pooja Hegde’s exceptional performance in particular. Many considered it her finest work to date, noting that she poured all her skills into the role. The audience found the initial portion of the film captivating, including the interval sequences and mass scenes. Suriya’s portrayal of a reformed gangster was widely praised for its emotional depth and impact.

Santhosh Narayanan’s background music was particularly notable among other aspects. The one-shot action sequence was frequently cited by viewers as an exceptional moment. The film’s visuals and cinematography were also generally praised. Many viewers remarked that they couldn’t tear their eyes away from the movie, even while watching it at home. Some felt surprised that others perceived the film as slow or incomplete, encouraging them to give it a thorough viewing instead.

Although the general production and performance received acclaim, some noted small weaknesses in the script. Additionally, others suggested improvements for the dialogue. However, many concurred that when it came to action scenes, Retro truly shone brightly.

Check out the Retro OTT verdict by netizens below:

Retro’s box office performance

Initially launched on the first of May under much anticipation, the movie encountered a blend of positive and negative reactions from viewers, which affected its box office performance. Eventually, it concluded its cinema run with a global earning of approximately Rs 97 crores, merely missing the Rs 100 crore benchmark.

In India, the movie raked in approximately 710 million rupees. Out of this total, Tamil Nadu contributed nearly 48.75 crores. The film also managed to gather around 26 crores overseas. However, despite an initial buzz, the romantic action drama directed by Karthik Subbaraj didn’t fully leverage its excitement.

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2025-05-30 05:37