Karuppu: Sai Abyankkar talks about replacing AR Rahman

Published on Tuesday, 21 Apr 2026 01:32 AM

Suriya is aiming to make a comeback with the rural action entertainer Karuppu. Directed by RJ Balaji, the film is slated to hit screens on May 14. Sai Abyankkar is the music composer.

Initially, the team roped in AR Rahman, but later the music composer opted out of the film due to personal reasons. Talking about the same, Sai Abyankkar said, “When I got Karuppu offer it was literally surprising for me. I didn’t get any clear answer why AR Rahman sir is out of the project. I spoke to Rahman sir also & he was fine that I’ll be doing music.”

He added, “The entire film has superb energy with a blend of mass and spirituality. Re-recording is 70% done, and we are gearing up for audio launch which will happen soon.”

Trisha plays the female lead, while the film is produced by S. R. Prakash Babu and S. R. Prabhu under Dream Warrior Pictures The film will release in Telugu as Veera Bhadrudu.
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