Karuppu starring Suriya is enjoying massive success at the box office and has become one of the most talked about Tamil films of the year. Released on May 15, the fantasy action drama has already crossed ₹147 crore worldwide and continues to attract huge crowds in theatres. Apart from its strong earnings, the film is also gaining attention because of the emotional and spiritual reactions from audiences during screenings.
Many videos from theatres have gone viral on social media showing fans becoming highly emotional while watching scenes connected to Karuppusamy, the powerful guardian deity worshipped in Tamil folk traditions. Karuppusamy is considered a symbol of justice, protection, and morality by devotees across Tamil Nadu and other regions. In the film, there are important scenes where Suriya transforms into Karuppusamy, and these moments are creating a deep impact on viewers.
#Karuppu ❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏 pic.twitter.com/TbK9vlLXVc
— RJ Balaji (@RJ_Balaji) May 18, 2026
Director RJ Balaji shared an emotional message on social media thanking audiences for the overwhelming love shown towards the film. He said the team never expected such strong reactions from people and revealed that many viewers were crying, praying, and feeling spiritually moved inside theatres. According to him, some audience members even felt as though they had experienced something divine while watching the movie.
RJ Balaji also made a heartfelt request to fans and theatre staff. He asked people to be kind and supportive if they notice someone becoming emotional or overwhelmed during a screening. He advised audiences to help such people by offering water, giving them space, and informing theatre staff if needed. He also requested exhibitors across Tamil Nadu to handle these situations with care and respect.
Meanwhile, Suriya also posted a message thanking theatre owners, employees, distributors, and everyone who helped the film release successfully despite several challenges. He requested fans not to record videos of people who become emotional or ecstatic during scenes involving Karuppusamy. Instead, he urged viewers to provide first aid and support if someone needs help.
#Karuppu திரைப்படத்திற்கு ஏற்பட்ட தடைகளைத் தாண்டி முழு ஆதரவு தந்து, வெற்றிகரமாகத் திரையிட்டுவரும் என் அன்பிற்குரிய திரையரங்க உரிமையாளர்கள், ஊழியர்கள் மற்றும் வெளியீட்டிற்கு உறுதுணையாக இருந்த தயாரிப்பாளர் சங்க நிர்வாகிகள், விநியாகஸ்தர் சங்க நிர்வாகிகள் அனைவருக்கும் எனது மனமார்ந்த…
— Suriya Sivakumar (@Suriya_offl) May 18, 2026
Directed by RJ Balaji, Karuppu is a fantasy action drama written by Balaji along with Rathna Kumar, Ashwin Ravichandran, Rahul Raj, TS Gopi Krishnan, and Karan Aravind Kumar. The film also stars Trisha Krishnan along with Indrans, Natty Subramaniam, Swasika, Sshivada, and Supreeth Reddy in important roles.
Within just a few days of release, Karuppu became the highest grossing Tamil film of 2026, proving that audiences are strongly connecting with its mix of action, emotion, spirituality, and cultural roots.