Trisha Krishnan To Anagha Maya Ravi: Meet The Women Of Suriya’s Rs 200 Crore Blockbuster Karuppu

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and RJ Balaji’s Karuppu has become the first Tamil film in nine months to collect over Rs 100 crore in Tamil Nadu alone. It has also crossed Rs 200 crore worldwide within a week of release. Despite hitting screens on May 15, a day later than planned due to financial issues, Karuppu has emerged as the highest-grossing Tamil film of 2026 and also marks Suriya’s biggest box office success to date. While fans are praising the socio-fantasy drama, film buffs are also talking about the strong female characters who play crucial roles in the film. Here’s a look at the actresses who appear in key roles in Karuppu.

Trisha Krishnan, Anagha Maya Ravi And Others: Women Who Power Suriya’s Karuppu

Trisha Krishnan As Preethi

Trisha Krishnan’s role in Karuppu is not a regular one where the heroine runs around trees and romances the hero. Trisha plays Preethi in Karuppu, a smart and compassionate lawyer who is patient and driven by passion for her job. Trisha brings grace to her role, which is present throughout the film. Her reunion with Suriya after Mounam Pesiyadhe and Aaru is also one of the best parts of the film, which has thrilled fans.

Maya Anagha Ravi As Binu Sukumaran

Karuppu also introduces a new actor to the Tamil film audience in the form of Anagha Maya Ravi, who plays Binu Sukumaran. Her character is the daughter of Mattancherry Sukumaran, portrayed by veteran actor Indrans. Exhausted and cheated by lawyers, Binu shows vulnerability and frustration through her performance. She is best known for her roles in films such as Anweshippin Kandethum and Kaathal – The Core.

Swasika As Baby Kannan's Assistant

After earning critical acclaim for her performances in films such as Lubber Pandhu and Maaman, fans were excited to see Swasika join Karuppu, expecting her to have a substantial role. However, many were disappointed by her limited screen time. In the film, Swasika appears as Baby Kannan’s (RJ Balaji) assistant, portraying a lawyer. Despite the brief appearance, she manages to leave an impact with her screen presence.

Unnimaya Prasad as Inspector Thangameena

Apart from Anagha Maya Ravi and Swasika, another Malayalam actress in Karuppu is Unnimaya Prasad, who plays police officer Inspector Thangameena a corrupt and angry woman. A Kerala State Award-winning actress, Unnimaya is married to screenwriter and producer Syam Pushkaran, a National Award winner. She has appeared in films such as Joji and Anjaam Pathiraa.

Sshivada as Kanmani

In the 2026 Tamil film Karuppu, Sshivada plays the pivotal supporting role of Kanmani. Her character is a courageous woman who fights a sexual harassment case against a powerful politician, facing a corrupt legal battle. She is best known for her performances in films such as Garudan, L2: Empuraan, and Patriot.Which one of these actors is your favourite?