In 2013, Singam 2 roared through the box office, marking the last blockbuster hit for Suriya in Tamil cinema. Since then, the star has struggled to recapture that level of success, with each subsequent release facing mixed receptions and underwhelming collections. Fast forward to 2024, and Suriya’s latest venture, Kanguva, is being touted as the film that could bring him back to the top. But as fate would have it, the much-anticipated movie is now caught in a fierce battle for screens with none other than Superstar Rajinikanth’s Vettaiyan, which is set to release on the same day—October 10th.
The stakes couldn’t be higher for Suriya. Kanguva is a high-budget, ambitious project, and its success or failure could very well determine the next chapter of his career. The film has generated significant buzz, with its epic scale and Suriya’s intense performance in the trailer earning praise. However, the looming shadow of Rajinikanth’s Vettaiyan—a movie that carries the weight of Tamil cinema’s biggest icon—threatens to eclipse Kanguva.
Securing enough screens to compete with Vettaiyan is proving to be an uphill battle for Kanguva. Rajinikanth’s films, distributed by Red Giant Movies, tend to dominate the Tamil Nadu market, leaving little room for competitors, no matter how grand their productions may be. With Vettaiyan boasting a star-studded cast, including Amitabh Bachchan and Fahadh Faasil, and music by the crowd-pulling Anirudh, it’s no surprise that theaters are favoring the Superstar’s film over Suriya’s.
The timing couldn’t be worse for Suriya, who has increasingly distanced himself from Tamil cinema. Settling down in Mumbai, the actor appears to be laying the groundwork for a career in Hindi cinema, potentially with the guidance of his wife, Jyotika, who has successfully navigated the industry herself. However, a flop with Kanguva could force Suriya to cancel his plans to break into Bollywood or explore other industries.
In a scenario where Kanguva fails to meet expectations, the ramifications could be severe. It would not only be a financial setback but could also signal the end of Suriya’s reign as a leading man in Tamil cinema. With Rajinikanth’s Vettaiyan poised to dominate the box office, Suriya’s dream of reclaiming his spot at the top could be dashed, pushing him to seek alternative avenues to keep his star shining.
The countdown to October 10th has begun, and all eyes are on Suriya. Will Kanguva prove to be the blockbuster that redefines his career, or will it mark the beginning of his departure from Tamil cinema? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: Suriya is standing at a crossroads, and the outcome of Kanguva could chart the course of his future in the film industry.