Suriya's 'Vishwanath & Sons' not remake of Prithviraj's 'Kangaroo': Report
What's the story
Actor Suriya's upcoming Tamil film, Vishwanath & Sons, has been making headlines since its announcement. There were recent speculations that the film could be a remake of the Malayalam movie Kangaroo. However, 123Telugu has now clarified that Vishwanath & Sons is an original script by director Venky Atluri. The film also stars Mamitha Baiju, Raveena Tandon, and Radhika Sarathkumar.
Film details
Cast of 'Vishwanath & Sons'
The film's cast includes Baiju as the female lead, along with Tandon and Sarathkumar in pivotal roles. The rumors of a connection to Kangaroo started after discussions about its possible storyline began online. The 2007 Malayalam film, directed by Raj Babu, starred Prithviraj Sukumaran, Jayasurya, and Kavya Madhavan. It revolved around a young man named Josekutty who falls in love with Jancy, but their lives take a turn when Jancy's sister, an unwed mother, is found dead.
Career trajectory
Suriya aims to bounce back with 'Karuppu'
Suriya has been on a quest for a blockbuster comeback at the box office after some of his recent projects failed to deliver expected commercial results. His last major release, Retro, directed by Karthik Subbaraj, received an underwhelming response in theaters. The actor is now focusing on upcoming projects to reconnect with viewers, and one of the most anticipated among them is Karuppu.
Upcoming project
Update on Suriya's other upcoming film, 'Karuppu'
Karuppu, directed by actor-filmmaker RJ Balaji, is reportedly progressing well. According to industry buzz, the team is aiming for an April 10, 2026, release date. The timing could work well because it coincides with the Tamil New Year festival period and a long holiday weekend. The movie also stars Trisha in a key role.