The teaser of director Sudha Kongara's 'Soorarai Pottru' reminds you of Mani Ratnam's 2007 semi-biopic Guru, which also charts the journey of an entrepreneur from scratch. Much like the latter, Soorarai Pottru too has it's protagonist (played by Suriya) who challenges the status quo, to stand out of the crowd and make his own mark (the teaser gives a direct reference to an industrialist's name).
Produced by Suriya's 2D Entertainment, in association with Guneet Monga's Sikhya Entertainment, Soorarai Pottru is reportedly inspired by the real-life story of G.R. Gopinath, founder of India's first low-cost airline Air Deccan.
The teaser shows its protagonist in various timelines (one of them is1984 and 2003). Suriya's stylish look in the film, especially his younger makeover, reminds you of his look in Vaaranam Aayiram. Suriya plays a short-tempered, yet ambitious individual with a dream that invites a lot of sceptics and challenges.
Niketh Bommi's sunlit visuals enhance the grandeur of the film, and adds to the inspiring quality of the film's story. With GV Prakash's gritty music, Soorarai Pottru teaser makes an intense watch.