Vijay Sethupathi's Karuppan is, unfortunately, facing last-minute release and finance issues.

The early shows for the film, which was scheduled to start from 8 AM, in various theatres, have been cancelled as the theatre owners haven't received the KDM license from the producer. The International premieres have also been apparently called off due to the same issue. Makkal Selvan's fans were seen disappointed when they got to know that the first show has been cancelled. 

However, the makers solved the issue very soon and the shows started from 10 am.