Production on Karthik Subbaraj’s highly anticipated film featuring Suriya has been temporarily paused after the actor sustained a minor injury on set. The incident, which occurred during the second schedule of shooting in Ooty, has caused some concern among fans, though it has been confirmed that the injury is not serious. Also Read- Son of Sardaar 2: Sanjay Dutt Not To Be A Part Of Ajay Devgn-Led Film; Know Who Will Be Replacing Him
The Tamil film, tentatively titled “Suriya 44,” has generated significant buzz since it was first announced, and news of the actor’s injury quickly spread. Suriya, known for his dedication and commitment to his roles, was reportedly involved in filming an action scene when the incident took place. The nature of the injury, which was later revealed to be a minor head injury, led to the immediate suspension of the shoot as a precautionary measure.
As soon as news of the injury broke on Friday, fans of the popular actor expressed their worry on social media. The lack of an official statement from the production team or the director Karthik Subbaraj only heightened concerns. Speculation began to circulate, with some fans fearing the injury might be more severe than initially reported. Others questioned the decision-making on set, wondering why a statement hadn’t been issued sooner to clarify the situation and put fans at ease.
By the evening, however, producer Rajasekhar Pandian stepped in to address the growing concerns. Taking to X (formerly known as Twitter), he reassured fans about Suriya’s condition. He posted, “Dear #AnbaanaFans, It was a minor injury. Pls don’t worry, Suriya Anna is perfectly fine with all your love and prayers.” His message was met with relief from the actor’s massive fan base, who were quick to express their gratitude and send well-wishes. Comments flooded in, with one fan writing, “Thanks for the clarification Anna,” while another added, “Take care my Dear Anna.” Another concerned fan simply wrote, “Thank god,” expressing the collective sigh of relief among Suriya’s admirers.
Despite the reassurances, some fans voiced their concerns about the risks involved in performing such stunts. One even suggested that Karthik Subbaraj should consider using a body double for dangerous scenes to avoid any future incidents, though details of how Suriya sustained the injury remain unclear.
The temporary halt in production is expected to be brief, with the team likely to resume filming soon. “Suriya 44” has been one of the most talked-about projects in recent times, and fans are eagerly awaiting more updates as the film progresses. The movie, which has been shrouded in secrecy, first caught the public’s attention when Suriya shared the first-look poster on March 28. The poster, featuring a dramatic scene of a car crash and an arrow piercing a tree, along with the intriguing tagline “Love Laughter War,” has only fueled speculation about the film’s plot. The actor, who has consistently delivered powerful performances throughout his career, accompanied the poster reveal with a message on X: “New beginnings. Need all your good wishes.” Also Read- Bangladesh Crisis: Sonam Kapoor Extends Heartfelt Support as Death Tolls Rise High; Says “Lets All Pray for Them”
In addition to Suriya, the film stars Pooja Hegde, and its ensemble cast and unique premise have fans eagerly anticipating its release. On his birthday, Karthik Subbaraj also shared a short glimpse of Suriya’s look from the film, further heightening excitement.
Meanwhile, Suriya’s fans have more to look forward to, as the actor is also set to star in Siva’s “Kanguva,” an ambitious fantasy action film. The movie, made on a grand scale with a substantial budget, boasts a star-studded cast including Bobby Deol, Disha Patani, Natarajan Subramaniam, Jagapathi Babu, Yogi Babu, Redin Kingsley, Kovai Sarala, Anandaraj, Marimuthu, Deepa Venkat, Ravi Raghavendra, and KS Ravikumar. With two major projects on the horizon, Suriya’s injury scare has reminded fans of the physical demands of his craft, while also underscoring their deep affection for the beloved actor.
