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Suriya has been waiting for a strong comeback, especially after Kanguva and Retro couldn’t deliver the expected impact. Now, an exciting buzz is doing the rounds — he may finally collaborate with director Shankar. Once celebrated for massive blockbusters, Shankar has also been looking to reclaim his peak after Indian 2 and Game Changer failed to impress.

This time, Shankar is reportedly gearing up for a grand historical project based on the famous novel Velpari. Pre-production is said to be progressing quietly, but the industry is already curious about his vision for this epic.

The biggest update is that Suriya is being considered for the lead role. If this materialises, it will mark the first-ever collaboration between Suriya and Shankar — a pairing fans have been waiting to see for years. Both have faced back-to-back setbacks recently, so cinema lovers are hoping this combo breaks the streak and delivers something unforgettable.

For now, Suriya is focused on wrapping up Karuppu, slated for a January 2026 release. He also has an intense drama lined up with Telugu filmmaker Venky Atluri, followed by a potential project with a Malayalam director.

With two powerhouses like Suriya and Shankar, expectations are naturally sky-high. If everything aligns, this could be the big comeback both need. All eyes are now on how this surprising collaboration shapes up.