Fri Apr 25 00:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Suriya’s “Retro” Faces Telugu Box Office Challenge: Can Karthik Subbaraj Break His Jinx?
**CHENNAI, April 25, 2025** – Acclaimed Tamil filmmaker Karthik Subbaraj’s latest venture, “Retro,” starring Suriya, is generating mixed expectations in the Telugu film industry. While the film’s trailer received positive feedback in Tamil Nadu, its reception in Telugu-speaking regions has been lukewarm, raising concerns about its box office potential.
Subbaraj, known for his unique western-infused style, has previously struggled to replicate his Tamil success in Telugu cinema. While “Mahaan” found a wider audience, films like “Petta” and “Jigarthanda Double X” failed to connect with Telugu viewers. This track record is fueling anxieties within the Telugu trade circles regarding “Retro’s” prospects.
The film’s release coincides with Nani’s highly anticipated “HIT 3,” creating a significant box office clash. Therefore, “Retro’s” success hinges heavily on Suriya’s star power and crucially, positive word-of-mouth to overcome the initial tepid response to the trailer. Whether Subbaraj can finally break his Telugu jinx remains to be seen.
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