Surya in new movie news is creating massive buzz as Tamil cinema’s powerhouse actor lines up an impressive slate of films for 2025-2026. After the blockbuster success of Retro (May 2025), which became his highest-grossing film ever, Suriya is set to dominate the box office with three exciting projects showcasing his incredible versatility. Here’s everything you need to know about Surya’s upcoming cinematic adventures.
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Surya in New Movie at a Glance
| Movie Title | Director | Genre | Release Date | Co-Stars |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karuppu (Suriya 45) | RJ Balaji | Action Drama | January 23, 2026 | Trisha Krishnan, Yogi Babu |
| Suriya 46 | Venky Atluri | Family Drama | May 2026 | Mamitha Baiju, Raveena Tandon |
| Suriya 47 | Jeethu Madhavan | TBA | December 2026 | TBA |
The Exciting Movie Lineup Explained
Karuppu (January 23, 2026) – The Legal Thriller
Surya in new movie Karuppu marks his 45th film and first collaboration with director RJ Balaji. In this action drama, Suriya plays Saravanan (a reference to his real name), a lawyer fighting for justice. The film reunites him with Trisha Krishnan after years, alongside comedian Yogi Babu providing comic relief.
The title announcement came on June 20, 2025, revealing a powerful poster featuring lengthy sickles and spears with a galloping horse, sparking speculation about mythological elements. Filming began on November 27, 2024, in Pollachi with principal photography continuing across Coimbatore, Hyderabad’s Ramoji Film City, and Chennai’s East Coast Road.
Music is composed by Sai Abhyankkar after A.R. Rahman opted out for unknown reasons, with cinematography by G.K. Vishnu and editing by R. Kalaivanan. A massive song sequence at Adityaram Studios in ECR featured over 500 dancers choreographed by Shobi. The film’s January 23, 2026 release positions it perfectly for post-Pongal festivities.
Suriya 46 (May 2026) – The Emotional Ride
Suriya’s 46th film is a heartwarming family entertainer directed by acclaimed Telugu filmmaker Venky Atluri, with buzz suggesting a May 2026 release perfectly timed for summer holidays. Suriya plays a role reminiscent of the iconic Sanjay Ramasamy character from Ghajini, promising an emotional blockbuster.
Premalu actress Mamitha Baiju plays the female lead in her first pairing with Suriya, alongside veteran Radhika Sarathkumar and Bollywood diva Raveena Tandon in pivotal roles. Produced under Suriya’s home banner 2D Entertainment, this project blends heartfelt family dynamics with subtle drama.
Principal photography began on May 19, 2025, with an inaugural puja ceremony in Hyderabad under the working title 796CC. Music is composed by G.V. Prakash Kumar in his second collaboration with Suriya after Soorarai Pottru (2020), with cinematography by Nimish Ravi and editing by Naveen Nooli. With shooting in its final leg, post-production is ramping up to meet the aggressive summer 2026 timeline.
Suriya 47 (December 2026) – The Mystery Project
Suriya kicks off his 47th film under Retta Kai Vaasi director Jeethu Madhavan’s helm on December 8, 2025. While details remain under wraps, this collaboration has generated significant anticipation given Madhavan’s successful track record. The film is expected to release by December 2026, though official announcements are awaited.
Suriya’s Blockbuster Journey
Born Saravanan Sivakumar on July 23, 1975, Suriya made his debut in Vasanth’s Nerrukku Ner (1997). After initial struggles, he found success with Nandha (2001), followed by blockbusters like Kaakha Kaakha (2003), Ghajini (2005), Vaaranam Aayiram (2008), and Singam franchise.
His recent success story includes Retro (May 2025), directed by Karthik Subbaraj, which grossed ₹110-250 crore worldwide against a budget of ₹60-65 crore, becoming the highest-grossing film of Suriya’s career. The romantic action thriller showcased Suriya as Paarivel “Paari” Kannan alongside Pooja Hegde.
Known for his versatility, Suriya has won three Tamil Nadu State Film Awards and four Filmfare Awards South. He’s also a successful producer through 2D Entertainment, backing critically acclaimed films like Soorarai Pottru (2020), which won five National Film Awards.
What Happened to Other Announced Projects?
Vaadivasal: The long-delayed Jallikattu film with director Vetrimaaran has been unofficially shelved after years in development, with Suriya moving on to other projects.
Rolex Standalone Film: Despite fan demand following his cameo in Vikram (2022), the standalone Rolex film hasn’t been officially announced by director Lokesh Kanagaraj.
Karna: The Hindi period drama based on Mahabharata with Rakesh Omprakash Mehra remains in development limbo with no concrete production timeline.
How to Watch Surya’s Movies
Theatrical Release: All Suriya films receive massive pan-India releases in Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, and Kannada. Book tickets through BookMyShow or Paytm closer to release dates.
OTT Streaming Platforms:
- Amazon Prime Video: Soorarai Pottru, Jai Bhim, Kaakha Kaakha
- Netflix: Retro, Etharkkum Thunindhavan, Singam franchise
- Disney+ Hotstar: 24, Ghajini, various Tamil hits
- Sun NXT: Classic Suriya films and regional content
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FAQs
Q: What is Suriya’s next movie releasing in 2026?
Suriya’s next theatrical release is Karuppu (Suriya 45), directed by RJ Balaji, scheduled for January 23, 2026. In this action drama, Suriya plays a lawyer named Saravanan and reunites with Trisha Krishnan. The film features music by Sai Abhyankkar and promises a unique blend of action, drama, and social commentary. Following Karuppu, his 46th film with director Venky Atluri is expected in May 2026.
Q: Is Suriya doing Rolex movie after Vikram?
While fans eagerly await a standalone Rolex film after Suriya’s electrifying cameo in Lokesh Kanagaraj’s Vikram (2022), there’s no official announcement yet. Director Lokesh has mentioned plans for the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU) expansion, but Suriya is currently focused on completing Karuppu, Suriya 46, and Suriya 47. Any Rolex standalone project would likely happen after 2026, depending on Lokesh’s and Suriya’s schedules aligning.
