190 Tamil Films to Watch Now

Kabali

2016 • 150 min • Budget $18M • Box office $74M

Action, Crime, Drama

After serving 25 years in prison, a Malaysian gangster returns home to find his family.

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Vel

2007 • 160 min

Two brothers, separated in childhood, develop in completely contrasting worlds.

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Sillunu Oru Kaadhal

2006 • 160 min

Family, Romance

Gowtham and Kundhavi are married when Kundhavi discovers a diary from Gowtham's college days, five years prior. Convinced he would have preferred to marry Aishwarya, his college sweetheart, Kundhavi orchestrates a reunion between them.

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Ghajini

2005 • 182 min • Budget $3M

Action, Romance, Thriller

Following a severe head injury, business executive Sanjay Ramaswamy develops anterograde amnesia, meaning he can't form new memories beyond about fifteen minutes. Driven by this condition, he embarks on a journey to uncover those responsible for the death of his…

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Pithamagan

2003 • 139 min

Action, Drama

Raised in a graveyard from birth, a young man has never known human emotion. His world changes when he ventures beyond the cemetery gates and encounters others, forcing him to experience feelings for the very first time.

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Anniyan

2005 • 181 min • Box office $8M

Action, Drama, Thriller

Overwhelmed by societal decay and romantic disappointment, a mild-mannered lawyer develops multiple personality disorder. This manifests as distinct personalities: one a ruthless vigilante, the other a flamboyant metrosexual, both existing within him.

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Vikram Vedha

2017 • 147 min

Action, Thriller, Crime

Notorious gangster Vedha surrenders to meet specialist Vikram, but challenges him at every turn. Vedha recounts his life story through riddles, which Vikram must solve if he hopes to capture him.

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Kee

2019 • 133 min

A skilled hacker's world is shattered when a rival begins targeting the people he cares about.

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Nota

2018 • 146 min

With his father, Chief Minister Vinodhan, facing potential jail time in an illegal assets case, his son Varun is appointed as the interim CM. Initially apathetic, the young Varun slowly becomes aware of the serious problems facing the state and…

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180

2011 • 134 min

Ajay (Siddharth) travels to Kasi, where an encounter with a young boy profoundly alters his perspective on life and death. He moves to Chennai and finds a home with S V S Murthy (Mouli) and Jayam (Geetha), who embrace him…

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Theeran Adhigaaram Ondru

2017 • 157 min

Action, Thriller

A determined police officer pursues a vicious gang of dacoits who have been preying on people along the highway for ten years.

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Maragadha Naanayam

2017 • 132 min

Senguttuvan and Elango are hired by a jewel smuggler to find a cursed treasure that has caused numerous deaths. They then enlist the aid of a priest to summon three spirits in order to locate the treasure.

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Saamy²

2018 • 157 min

Aarusaamy's son joins the police force and dedicates himself to bringing justice to the criminal who killed his parents.

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Aranmanai

2014 • 161 min

Aranmanai follows a family hoping to sell their ancestral palace, or aranmanai. Their attempts to sell are complicated by unsettling supernatural occurrences within the historic home, resulting in genuinely frightening experiences.

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Vinnaithaandi Varuvaayaa

2010 • 157 min • Budget $3M • Box office $12M

Drama, Romance

A young filmmaker develops a romantic relationship with a woman who moves into the apartment above him. However, her refined personality ultimately proves detrimental to him.

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Aval

2017 • 136 min

Two families struggle to cope with a vengeful spirit, which appears to be linked to someone within their ranks.

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Nerkonda Paarvai

2019 • 158 min

Three young women are wrongly accused and harassed after being implicated in a crime they didn't commit. A lawyer with bipolar disorder dedicates herself to clearing their names and demonstrating that a woman's consent is essential.

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Viswasam

2019 • 153 min

Action, Drama

A local troublemaker, known for settling disagreements in his village, finds himself unexpectedly drawn into a personal battle when he's asked to help resolve marital problems for a wealthy man after years of strain.

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Bairavaa

2017 • 168 min • Box office $17M

Action

A debt collector targets the dishonest administrator of a school to secure funds for his girlfriend.

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Pottu

2019 • 120 min

After a disappointing performance at medical school, a student attempts self-harm. However, when his blood spills on an ancient tomb, he is imbued with a strange power that causes him to act like a woman.

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Stranded with My Mother-in-Law

2013 • 160 min

Romance, Comedy, Drama

John and Regina are compelled to marry, despite their reluctance. Their early days as a couple are difficult as they struggle to move on from previous relationships. Before their marriage, Regina was in love with Surya, while John had been…

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Ayan

2009 • 162 min • Budget $3M • Box office $18M

Action, Romance, Comedy

Deva has been working for Arumugam, a smuggler who has looked after him for years. But after his closest friend is murdered, Deva chooses to assist the police in bringing down a notorious drug lord.

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Onaayum Aattukkuttiyum

2013 • 142 min

Medical student Chandru saves a man's life with an operation, but he then finds himself targeted by the police. They suspect he aided Wolf, a hired assassin, and now demand that Chandru kill Wolf.

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Pizza

2012 • 127 min • Budget $240K • Box office $2M

Thriller, Comedy, Romance

Michael, a pizza delivery driver, shares a home with Anu, who dreams of being a horror writer. During a delivery, he visits a bungalow where strange things start to happen.

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Mersal

2017 • 161 min

Thriller, Action, Crime

When several medical professionals are murdered or disappear, the lead detective focuses on one doctor and makes an arrest. But is this doctor truly responsible for the crimes? And what is the motive behind these acts?

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Kannum Kannum Kollaiyadithaal

2020 • 162 min

Romance, Comedy, Drama

Two skilled online con artists try to change their lives after falling for the women they've connected with. But their plans are complicated when a shocking secret emerges, upending everything.

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Velaikkaran

2017 • 150 min

Action, Drama, Thriller

A determined young man in a poor neighborhood strives for a life of dignity for his community. He finds himself in conflict with a ruthless businessman who seeks to control everything.

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Thani Oruvan

2015 • 159 min

Thriller, Action

A dedicated police officer and a driven scientist-entrepreneur engage in a tense contest of intelligence.

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Miruthan

2016 • 106 min

A traffic officer must escort a group of doctors to a hospital in the city after a zombie outbreak hits a mountain town, hoping they can find a cure.

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Jackson Durai

2016 • 134 min

A police officer is assigned to investigate rumors of paranormal activity in a village. To win the affection of a local woman, he accepts a challenge: spend seven days alone in a bungalow known for being haunted.

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Kaaki Sattai

2015 • 157 min

Constable Mathimaran seeks a significant case to prove himself and uncovers an organ trafficking network orchestrated by Durai, who exploits immigrant laborers. However, Durai's powerful connections within the police and political system pose a formidable obstacle to Mathimaran's efforts to…

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U Turn

2018 • 129 min

Thriller, Horror, Crime

A series of accidents at a city flyover catches the attention of a young reporter. As she investigates, she uncovers a complex network of secrets, leading her down a path of intrigue, murder, and mystery.

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Iru Mugan

2016 • 150 min

Disgraced RAW agent Akilan (Vikram) is brought back into service to hunt down a dangerous scientist and a cross-dressing individual named Love (also Vikram). Love has developed a deadly new drug called 'Speed Inhaler'.

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K-13

2019 • 103 min

At a party, a young man meets a beautiful woman. What begins as a casual encounter evolves into an unforgettable night.

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Bigil

2019 • 177 min

Action, Family, Drama

A well-meaning crime boss wants his son to use his football talent to inspire hope in their community. However, the young man is pulled into a dangerous world. Years later, a chance arises – will he finally be able to…

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Thalapathi

1991 • 157 min

Action, Crime, Drama

Surya, a determined young man from the slums, fights tirelessly for justice for those less fortunate. His dedication attracts the attention of Deva, a successful businessman with secret goals. Deva offers Surya an unexpected opportunity, making him his personal commander…

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Thadam

2019 • 138 min

Crime, Mystery, Thriller

A young person is murdered, causing confusion for the detectives investigating. They discover the prime suspect has a very strong resemblance to someone else.

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Si 3

2017 • 155 min

A respected police officer from Tamil Nadu is assigned to Andhra Pradesh to investigate the puzzling murder of a high-ranking police official. As he works to solve the case, he confronts dangerous local criminals and gangs.

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Maari 2

2018 • 150 min

Maari returns after a period of absence, ready to confront danger head-on. He finds himself in a conflict with Beeja, a determined adversary who is relentless in his pursuit to destroy Maari.

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Arrambam

2013 • 157 min • Budget $9M • Box office $21M

Action, Thriller, Drama

A former counter-terrorism agent joins forces with a hacker and his girlfriend to carry out a series of carefully planned attacks. While law enforcement struggles to intercept them, the team's underlying purpose begins to emerge: a perilous undertaking to expose…

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Ivan Thanthiran

2017 • 114 min

Two former engineering students uncover wrongdoing by a powerful education minister who secretly owns several engineering colleges. They expose his corruption, and he retaliates by ordering a relentless pursuit of them. A chase ensues.

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V1 Murder Case

2019 • 112 min

A sharp forensic investigator begins working on a murder case, but his fear of the dark – nyctophobia – creates significant obstacles. Can he overcome his phobia and solve the crime?

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Kodi

2016 • 145 min

Action, Drama, Thriller

A young politician faces a difficult challenge when he must compete against his ambitious girlfriend. Adding to the complexity, his identical twin brother is unexpectedly drawn into the political fight as well.

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Kolaigaran

2019 • 110 min

A man is murdered, and the lead investigator suspects a young woman and her mother. However, their neighbor insists someone else is the killer. Who is telling the truth?

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Aadhavan

2009 • 135 min

A skilled assassin is hired to kill a well-known judge. But when his initial attempts fail, he's confronted with unexpected problems and unresolved connections from his history.

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Kadaram Kondan

2019 • 122 min

Kadaram Kondan: A young doctor's pregnant wife is kidnapped, and the kidnappers demand his assistance in freeing a patient held in the hospital. The film explores the identity of this patient and the conflicting motives of both the police and…

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Velayudham

2011 • 160 min • Budget $7M

Action

A regular milkman unexpectedly transforms into the heroic figure of Velayudham, a champion who battles evil.

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Vettaikaaran

2009 • 166 min

Action, Drama

Police-Ravi, a student with aspirations of joining the police force, finds himself pursued after helping a friend. He transforms from being hunted into the hunter, determined to secure his own future.

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Raja Ranguski

2018 • 122 min

A police constable is suspected of murdering a woman. The real killer is determined to frame him. Now, he must fight to prove his innocence.

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Sivalinga

2017 • 156 min

A police officer investigating the suspicious death of a Muslim man discovers that his wife has become possessed by the deceased young man's ghost.

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Snegithiye

2000 • 154 min

To escape an arranged marriage, Vasu and Radhika claim Radhika is in love with a man named Ramesh. Their deception takes a turn when a real man named Ramesh appears, creating unexpected complications.

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Ghilli

2004 • 168 min

Action, Comedy, Family

Muthu Pandi, a powerful man in his village, wants to marry Dhanalakshmi. He starts by getting rid of anyone who stands in their way, beginning with her brothers. Desperate to escape, Dhanalakshmi is helped along the way by Velu, a…

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Seven

2019 • 117 min

A police officer struggles to piece together conflicting accounts of a man named Karthik's true identity. He appears to have a strange connection with multiple young women. An elderly man insists Karthik is actually Krishnamurthy, a person who died thirty…

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Thuppakki

2012 • 170 min • Budget $11M • Box office $23M

Action, Thriller

Intelligence officer Captain Jagadish is on vacation in Mumbai when he's drawn into a dangerous mission after witnessing a bus bombing. He discovers a network of sleeper cells plotting attacks throughout the city. Without official support, he teams up with…

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Thuppakki Munai

2018 • 123 min

Birla Bose, an encounter specialist, travels to the sacred city of Rameshwaram for a particularly challenging assignment. It promises to be the most difficult case of his career.

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Poojai

2014 • 154 min

Anna Thandavam, a powerful man who hires assassins, plots to kill a police officer named Sivakkozhundhu. His scheme is foiled when Vasu, a courageous young man, saves the ADSP. At the same time, Thandavam finds himself facing trouble with Vasu's…

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Ko

2011 • 160 min

Action, Thriller

Ashwin, a photographer working for a newspaper, is covering the upcoming elections. His life becomes complicated when a photograph he publishes offends a powerful and corrupt political party.

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Vedalam

2015 • 156 min • Budget $9M • Box office $18M

Action

Ganesh, a taxi driver and devoted brother to his sister Tamizh, is pursuing three dangerous criminals in Kolkata. But who is Ganesh really, and what drives his relentless pursuit?

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Dora

2017 • 129 min

A father and daughter purchase a used car haunted by a vengeful spirit. The restless entity disrupts the sleep of a police officer and a group of criminals.

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Sethupathi

2016 • 121 min

Action, Thriller

Inspector Sethupathi investigates the murder of a fellow officer and discovers that Vaathiyar, a powerful figure, is the killer. After arresting Vaathiyar, Sethupathi's career is threatened by an unforeseen event linked to the very case he's working on.

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Thoongaavanam

2015 • 127 min

An undercover police officer is forced into a desperate situation: he must return drugs he stole from a powerful crime boss to secure the release of his son. When the drugs disappear, the officer finds himself hunted by both the…

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Irumbu Thirai

2018 • 160 min

Action, Thriller

Kathiravan, an Indian Army major struggling with anger, is forced to take out a bank loan using fraudulent documents. When the funds disappear, he begins hunting for those responsible, a pursuit that brings him face-to-face with White Devil, a highly…

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10 Endrathukulla

2015 • 144 min

A highly skilled driver accepts a job transporting a "package" from Chennai to Uttarakhand. He's unaware that the young woman accompanying him *is* the package. What secrets does she hold?

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Achcham Yenbadhu Madamaiyada

2016 • 135 min

A young man embarks on a road trip with the girl he loves, but a car accident causes their journey to go terribly wrong.

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Indru Netru Naalai

2015 • 146 min • Budget $620K • Box office $1M

Comedy, Science Fiction, Thriller

Elango and his astrologer friend Pulivetti Arumugam acquire a time machine and begin using it for financial gain. Their tampering with the past inadvertently saves a gangster from dying, leading to escalating trouble for them.

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Kadhalum Kadanthu Pogum

2016 • 136 min

Comedy, Drama, Romance

A recently released convict and a woman running from her past find themselves neighbors in Chennai. Both seeking a fresh start, they develop an unexpected connection, blurring the lines between friendship and something more. Their shared struggles lead to a…

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Puli

2015 • 155 min

Magadheera, known as Puli (Tiger), is a noble soldier who dedicates himself to freeing his people from a tyrannical queen and her deceitful Marshal. Will goodness ultimately prevail against wickedness?

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Vettaiyaadu Vilaiyaadu

2006 • 160 min

Action, Thriller

Detective DCP Raghavan investigates the murders of Rani, the daughter of a fellow police officer. As more killings occur, he pursues the perpetrator to New York City in an attempt to apprehend the killer.

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Kaatru Veliyidai

2017 • 147 min

Amidst the stunning landscapes of Kashmir, a romance blossoms between fighter pilot Varun and medical doctor Leela. Leela subtly hopes for Varun's affection, but Varun believes love is about constant giving, not receiving. Their feelings intensify when Varun is captured…

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Balloon

2017 • 146 min

A filmmaker travels to a haunted house in Ooty hoping to find inspiration for his next horror movie, unaware that the house holds a hidden link to his own history.

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Kanchana 2

2015 • 168 min

A television crew arrives at a remote, abandoned beach bungalow to film a horror show. However, the location is haunted, and the spirits within begin to possess the director and the cameraman.

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Muni

2007 • 149 min

Ganesh and his family – mother, father, and wife – relocate to a new home unaware of its history. This is the place where Muni died, and his spirit now dwells. Muni possesses Ganesh, causing drastic changes in his behavior.…

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7Aum Arivu

2011 • 168 min • Budget $1M • Box office $1M

Action, Science Fiction, Thriller

A genetics student attempts to recreate the abilities of a historical figure, hoping to apply those skills to protect India from a devastating virus outbreak originating in China.

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Ratsasan

2018 • 170 min

Thriller, Crime, Mystery

A serial killer is targeting schoolgirls, and a young police officer must hunt him down to prevent further deaths.

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Sometimes

2017 • 101 min

Seven individuals from various backgrounds agree to take an ELISA test for AIDS screening. To ease the anticipation, they decide to offer the technician a bribe for early results. They discover that only one of them has AIDS. Each person…

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Kavan

2017 • 160 min

Thriller, Drama

In a media landscape saturated with sensationalism, a young journalist strives for honest reporting at an entertainment TV channel known for prioritizing spectacle over truth. Torn between his principles and the need to keep his job, he faces a critical…

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Veeram

2014 • 161 min

A simple man who resorts to violence to resolve conflicts resolves to change his life for the sake of the woman he loves. However, when he discovers her family is threatened, he resolves to protect them, no matter the cost.

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Vada Chennai

2018 • 166 min

Action, Crime, Drama

Anbu, a young man who plays carrom in North Chennai, finds himself unexpectedly drawn into a feud between two rival local gangs.

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Darbar

2020 • 159 min

Action, Drama, Thriller

Mumbai Police Commissioner Aaditya begins tracking Ajay, a drug dealer. His investigation reveals a larger issue connected to a powerful international drug lord, forcing Aaditya to pursue justice.

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Aranmanai 2

2016 • 136 min

A ghost appears in a grand mansion, targeting the men who live there. The story explores the ghost's past.

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Dhilluku Dhuddu

2016 • 133 min

A wealthy man plots to eliminate the man his daughter loves, inviting the family to his mansion under false pretenses of a wedding. Unbeknownst to him, the house is haunted by a terrifying ghost.

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Kuttrame Thandanai

2016 • 91 min

As a man's sight deteriorates, and he can't afford the necessary surgery, he becomes a witness to a young woman's murder. The perpetrators then offer him a substantial amount of money if he keeps silent.

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Adanga Maru

2018 • 146 min

Action, Thriller, Crime

A dedicated police officer, suspended after clashing with powerful figures, embarks on a path of vengeance against those responsible for the deaths of people close to him.

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Vaaranam Aayiram

2008 • 169 min • Budget $3M • Box office $14M

Drama, Romance

A son grapples with his father's death, reflecting on how their bond shaped his life through adolescence, love, hardship, and exciting experiences.

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Oththa Seruppu Size 7

2019 • 105 min

A troubled murder suspect recounts his methods to a small group of detectives, inadvertently revealing a series of surprising truths.

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Anjaan

2014 • 170 min

A man goes to Mumbai to find his brother, who is a notorious criminal. Following his brother's path, he navigates dangerous gang conflicts and changing partnerships. He discovers a complicated world of loyalty, lies, and violence where the distinction between…

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Singam 2

2013 • 166 min • Budget $7M

Action, Comedy, Crime

Continuing the story from Singam, Duraisingam is now working undercover as an NCC officer at a school in Thoothukudi, after meeting with the Home Minister. Only the Chief Minister and Home Minister are aware of his operation, besides Duraisingam himself.

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Naan Mahaan Alla

2010 • 126 min

Action, Drama, Thriller

A cheerful young man enjoys a carefree existence, but his world is irrevocably altered when his father witnesses a terrible crime.

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Comali

2019 • 142 min

A man in his mid-30s navigates life after waking up from a 16-year coma and grappling with the reality of his lost time.

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Jeeva

2014 • 128 min

Jeeva follows a passionate cricket enthusiast as he pursues his ambition of playing in international matches. The film explores how he navigates his personal relationships while striving to achieve his cricketing aspirations.

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Kaala

2018 • 166 min • Budget $20M • Box office $19M

Action, Crime, Drama

Karikaalan tirelessly protects the residents of Dharavi, a Mumbai slum, from powerful politicians and the ruthless land mafia boss, Hari Dhadha.

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Ippadai Vellum

2017 • 139 min

Two men are mistakenly identified as associates of a highly sought terrorist and arrested. They must fight to clear their names and prove they are innocent.

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Metro

2016 • 119 min

A journalist takes justice into his own hands, targeting a ruthless gang that steals people's possessions. He doesn't realize that his own brother is secretly involved with the criminals.

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Pizza 2: Villa

2013 • 102 min

Jebin, a writer seeking publication, gains a clearer understanding of his finances following his father's death. He also discovers he's inherited a villa in Pondicherry, a fact previously unknown to him. His journey to the villa sets in motion a…

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Pichaikkaran

2016 • 130 min

A wealthy man decides to live as a beggar for 48 days, believing it will bring his ailing mother back from the brink of death.

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Thambi

2019 • 150 min

A brother and sister are separated in childhood and don't see each other again for years. Their lives collide when the brother has become involved in criminal activity, leading to a tense and complicated reunion.

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Kaithi

2019 • 147 min

Action, Thriller, Crime

Dilli, a man recently released from prison on parole to see his daughter, finds himself unexpectedly drawn into a dangerous situation when a drug bust occurs. This event sets him on a path to protect the lives of the very…

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Dheena

2001 • 157 min

A local gangster and his adopted brother share control of a town. Their bond fractures when the gangster's sister dies as a result of his actions.

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Oru Kal Oru Kannadi

2012 • 166 min

Saravanan is instantly captivated by Meera, but she rejects his advances. Discovering she is engaged, Saravanan and his friend Partha travel to Pondicherry with the intention of preventing the wedding.

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Vellai Pookal

2019 • 130 min

A retired police officer travels to the United States to live with his son and finds himself drawn into a kidnapping investigation. As he works to find the person responsible, the case increasingly touches on his own past.

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