Suriya is currently shooting for his next film, Suriya48, and the role is a big departure. The actor plays a doctor in the film, which is directed by Jai Bhim director TJ Gnanavel and produced by Hombale Films, the Kannada banner behind KGF and Kantara.
Shooting Abroad
The shoot is currently in progress at overseas locations. The makers are said to be planning a Summer 2027 release.
Suriya and Gnanavel Reunite
Suriya48 reunites Suriya with TJ Gnanavel after Jai Bhim, one of the most acclaimed films of Suriya’s career. Gnanavel is known for socially rooted stories, and a doctor’s role fits that style well.
The film is also Suriya’s first collaboration with Hombale Films, which announced the project in June. The makers called it Suriya’s “grandest stage yet”, and the pooja ceremony was held in Chennai.
Is It the ₹5 Doctor’s Story?
There has been strong talk that the film is inspired by the real-life story of Dr Thiruvengadam Veeraraghavan, the North Chennai doctor famously known as the “₹5 Doctor”, who treated poor patients for a token fee for decades. The makers have not confirmed this yet.
The Team
Dragon fame Kayadu Lohar plays the female lead. Sai Abhyankkar composes the music, reuniting with Suriya after Karuppu.
A Big Year for Suriya
Suriya48 comes after a strong run for the actor. Karuppu grossed ₹320 Cr and Vishwanath and Sons ₹210 Cr, and Scene is now on the verge of ₹200 Cr+ worldwide. With Gnanavel and Hombale Films on board, Suriya48 is shaping up to be one of his most important films yet.
