Dhanush has come out in support of Suriya and his film Karuppu after the movie faced an unexpected release-day delay in Tamil Nadu. The actor’s message came after several theatres reportedly removed Karuppu’s
scheduled 9 AM screenings at the last minute. The sudden delay created confusion among fans and triggered fresh concern after producer S. R. Prabhu cited “unavoidable reasons” behind the cancellation of the 9 AM screenings. The issue quickly became a talking point online because many fans had already booked tickets and planned their day around the first show.
Dhanush extends support to Suriya and team
Amid the uncertainty surrounding the film’s release, Dhanush shared a message supporting the makers of Karuppu. Taking to X, the actor wrote, “Suriya sir and Karuppu deserve a proper theatrical release. I really hope the issues get resolved and the film releases in theatres soon.”
Dulquer Salmaan and Vignesh Shivan, too, extended their support. Earlier, Director RJ Balaji shared an emotional video regarding the delay. Commenting on RJ Balaji’s emotional video, Dulquer Salmaan wrote, “All will be good brother !! with you always ! (sic).” Director Vignesh Shivan shared the video on his Instagram Stories and wrote, “The love for you and the movie will remain unchanged! My bro! This tears will change to happy tears in a matter of few hours bro! Love you we are all with you! (sic).”
Suriya sir and Karuppu deserve a proper theatrical release. I really hope the issues get resolved and the film releases in theatres soon
— Dhanush (@dhanushkraja) May 14, 2026
Morning shows cancelled at the last minute
Karuppu, directed by RJ Balaji, was originally set for a grand opening with special early morning screenings after receiving permission from the Tamil Nadu government. However, several theatres reportedly removed the film’s 9 AM shows shortly before release. The sudden cancellations left many moviegoers frustrated as theatres struggled to provide clarity about the situation.
Producer Council addresses piracy concerns
While speaking to the press, producer S. R. Prabhu and members of the Producer Council explained that the situation was linked to a “mistaken screening of the film in North India due to goof up of service providers and are now worried about piracy.”
Fans react after release disruption
Social media platforms quickly filled with memes, emotional reactions, and angry posts from disappointed fans. Some users wrote that they had waited months to experience Karuppu on the big screen and were shocked to learn that the shows had disappeared from theatre listings at the last minute. Karuppu features Suriya in a dual-shaded role connected to justice and the folk deity Karuppasamy. The film also marks Trisha Krishnan’s reunion with Suriya after several years.
The supporting cast includes Yogi Babu, Natty Subramaniam, Swasika, and RJ Balaji.
