Suriya Breaks New Ground With Unique Romance in Vishwanath & Sons
Suriya's Vishwanath & Sons introduced a unique age-gap romance, with the star calling its love story a first in Indian cinema.
Dumtika Editorial
August 11, 2026 · 1 min read

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Suriya stars in Vishwanath & Sons, released on August 14, 2023
The film features an age-gap romance, described as a first in Indian cinema
Directed by Venky Atluri, with Mamitha Baiju as the female lead
Suriya emphasized the originality of the movie's central love story
Suriya, known for his versatile roles in South Indian cinema, took a bold step with the film Vishwanath & Sons, which released on August 14, 2023. Directed by Venky Atluri, the movie features Mamitha Baiju as the female lead and stands out for its unconventional romantic storyline.
Suriya described the central love story as something never before seen in Indian cinema, emphasizing that the film's romance does not draw from any previous works. "There is no direct reference in any film to date for the love story presented in Vishwanath & Sons," Suriya stated, underlining the film's originality.
The narrative revolves around an age-gap romance between Suriya and Mamitha Baiju's characters, which serves as the emotional core and primary conflict of the story. This fresh approach to romance has been highlighted as one of the film's biggest talking points, setting it apart from traditional family entertainers.
Venky Atluri, who has previously directed films with strong emotional themes, brings his signature touch to this project, blending family drama with a unique romantic angle. The film was positioned as an emotional family entertainer, aiming to appeal to a wide audience while challenging conventional storytelling norms.
Vishwanath & Sons generated significant attention ahead of its release, with many curious about how audiences would respond to its bold narrative choices. Suriya's confidence in the project and the film's distinct storyline contributed to heightened anticipation among moviegoers.


