The movie "Retro" tops search engines on its first day of release.

With its release in cinemas today, May 1, 2025, coinciding with Labor Day, the film "Retro" topped Google searches. This overwhelming response is due to the story's gripping blend of love and violence, and the powerful performances of the cast, who left a strong impression on audiences from the very first moments of its release.

Retro Story: The Struggle of Love and the Violent Past

The film revolves around Barevil Kannan, a former gangster who seeks to turn the page on his bloody past and start over. However, his attempts to escape his past become complicated as his enemies' threats escalate and secrets he wished to forget are revealed. His wife, Rukmini, accompanies him on an arduous journey that combines loyalty and danger, where love intertwines with pain, in a dramatic narrative that blends action, suspense, and human emotions with remarkable depth.

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Cast: Prominent stars and remarkable performances

The film includes a large group of well-known actors, headed by: • Syria as Barry "Barry" Cannan • Pooja Hegde as Rukmini “Rukku” • Baby Avni as Rukmini in her childhood • In addition to: Jayaram, Jojo George, Nassar, Prakash Raj, Swasika, Singampoli, Avinash Raghudevan and others. This team contributed to presenting a complete work that added depth to the film's acting and a distinctive dramatic presence.

Showtime and available languages

Retro is officially released in cinemas on May 1, 2025. In addition to its original Tamil language, it has also been made available in Telugu and Hindi, in a move aimed at attracting a wider audience from across India.