List Of Tamil Films [upd] May 2026
10,000 films
Tamil cinema, often referred to as Kollywood, has produced over since its first sound production, Kalidas , in 1931 [28]. The industry is celebrated for its blend of massive commercial entertainers and deeply realistic social dramas [5, 22]. Blockbuster & Commercial Hits
- Nayakan (1987) – Directed by Mani Ratnam; Kamal Haasan plays a Bombay don. Inspired by The Godfather. Often cited in "Top 10 Indian films" lists.
- Mullum Malarum (1978) – Though slightly older, it defined the '80s aesthetic.
- Moondram Pirai (1982) – Kamal Haasan’s heartbreaking performance as a teacher caring for an amnesiac.
- Mouna Ragam (1986) – Mani Ratnam’s romantic drama starring Revathi and Mohan.
- Thalapathi (1991) – A loose adaptation of Mahabharata starring Rajinikanth and Mammootty (technically early 90s, but rooted in 80s style).
Aaranya Kaandam (2010)
: Frequently cited as the first "neo-noir" film in Tamil cinema [2, 18]. Notable Literary Adaptations list of tamil films
, this film focuses on a man's relentless pursuit of vengeance. Good Bad Ugly : Directed by Adhik Ravichandran , starring Ajith Kumar 10,000 films Tamil cinema, often referred to as
Action/Star Vehicles:
Super Deluxe (2019)
: An interconnected hyperlink film known for its bold storytelling [15]. Nayakan (1987) – Directed by Mani Ratnam; Kamal
