The much-anticipated film 'Karuppu', featuring Suriya and Trisha, has seen all 9 AM screenings in Tamil Nadu cancelled due to financial complications from the producers, Dream Warrior Pictures. Producer SR Prabhu announced the cancellation late on Wednesday, apologizing to fans. The distributor, Vishnu Kamal, confirmed that refunds for all bookings were processed at midnight. Initially, the film had received special permission from Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay for the early screenings, which heightened expectations among fans. However, confusion arose when ticketing platforms did not reflect available morning shows. As the situation unfolded, it was revealed that the noon and matinee shows would also be cancelled, with a tentative release expected later in the day. Despite the setbacks, 'Karuppu' had garnered ₹7.2 crore (approximately $870,000 USD) in advance bookings, indicating strong initial interest. The film's release has been delayed multiple times, originally slated for Diwali 2025, due to post-production issues. The state government has imposed strict regulations on early screenings following past incidents during major film releases. Additionally, the film's release has attracted attention due to ongoing speculation about the relationship between Vijay and Trisha, who were recently seen together at public events.