: A sprawling gangster epic detailing the history of North Chennai over several decades. Soorarai Pottru
: A significant trend emerged where filmmakers like Ameer ( Paruthiveeran , 2007) and M. Sasikumar ( Subramaniapuram , 2008) set their films in the rustic milieu of Madurai, focusing on caste, friendship, and betrayal.
This era also saw the emergence of new stars, including Vijay, who was rapidly becoming the young hero of Tamil cinema. Movies like Thuppakki (2002) and Ghilli (2004) showcased his mass appeal.
(2020): Released during the pandemic, it received international acclaim and won five National Film Awards, including Best Feature Film [4].
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