Vijay Thalapathy is one of the most popular and successful actors in Tamil cinema. He has acted in more than 60 films since his debut in 1992. His latest film, Leo, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, has received rave reviews and a massive opening at the box office. The film features Vijay as a vigilante who fights against corruption and injustice. Leo is being hailed as one of the best films of Vijay’s career.
But how does Leo compare to Vijay’s other recent films? Here is a ranking of 10 of his films released after 2015, based on their critical and commercial performance, as well as their impact on Vijay’s image and fan base.
10. Bairavaa (2017) Bairavaa Trailer
Bairavaa was a typical masala film that had Vijay playing a loan recovery agent who takes on a corrupt medical college owner. The film was criticized for its weak plot, poor execution, and lack of originality.
But how does Leo compare to Vijay’s other recent films? Here is a ranking of 10 of his films released after 2015, based on their critical and commercial performance, as well as their impact on Vijay’s image and fan base.
10. Bairavaa (2017) Bairavaa Trailer
Bairavaa was a typical masala film that had Vijay playing a loan recovery agent who takes on a corrupt medical college owner. The film was criticized for its weak plot, poor execution, and lack of originality.
- 10/20/2023
- by CineArticles Editorial Team
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Southern star Keerthy Suresh has found a way to keep tension at bay, going by her social media post on Wednesday.
Keerthy posted a picture on Instagram where she is seen doing Vrksasana. Alongside the image, she wrote: "Some yoga in the day keeps the tensions away."
Keerthy, who has featured in Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam films, was feted with the National Film Award for portraying actress Savitri in the 2018 Telugu biopic film "Mahanati".
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She will soon be seen in films including "Good Luck Sakhi", "Marakkar: Arabikadalinte Simham" "Vaashi", and "Sarkaru Vaari Paata".
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The actress had her first lead role in the 2013 Malayalam film "Geethaanjali". She was then seen in films such as "Ring Master", "Idhu Enna Maayam", "Rajini Murugan", "Remo", "Nenu Sailaja", "Bairavaa", "Thaana Serndha Kootam...
Keerthy posted a picture on Instagram where she is seen doing Vrksasana. Alongside the image, she wrote: "Some yoga in the day keeps the tensions away."
Keerthy, who has featured in Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam films, was feted with the National Film Award for portraying actress Savitri in the 2018 Telugu biopic film "Mahanati".
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by Keerthy Suresh (@keerthysureshofficial)
She will soon be seen in films including "Good Luck Sakhi", "Marakkar: Arabikadalinte Simham" "Vaashi", and "Sarkaru Vaari Paata".
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by Keerthy Suresh (@keerthysureshofficial)
The actress had her first lead role in the 2013 Malayalam film "Geethaanjali". She was then seen in films such as "Ring Master", "Idhu Enna Maayam", "Rajini Murugan", "Remo", "Nenu Sailaja", "Bairavaa", "Thaana Serndha Kootam...
- 6/2/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
EntertainmentThe Tfpc in a press release said, "If someone is seen recording the film, we request that they should be immediately reported to the police."Tnm StaffNotorious piracy group, Tamil Rockers, is back in the news again as it has stated that it would release a High Definition print of Vijay-starrer Sarkar to their portal on Tuesday. Taking to Twitter, a handle that claimed to be the official page of Tamil Rockers said, "Sarkar HD print coming from today." The site has released Rajinikanth's Kaala and Vishal's Sandakozhi 2 recently. The big budget film is believed to be getting a grand opening in as many as 80 countries and around 1,200 screens worldwide. According to trade sources, among Vijay’s releases, Sarkar has done massive pre-release business. The film is expected to gross a whopping Rs 140 crore from Tamil Nadu alone. Meanwhile, a press release issued by the Tamil Film Producer's Council...
- 11/6/2018
- by Nitin
- The News Minute
KollywoodIs Deepavali still the biggest release date for a Tamil movie? And which star dominates the box-office on the special day?Sowmya RajendranVijay’s Sarkar is gearing up for a massive worldwide release on November 6, which is Deepavali day in Tamil Nadu. Last year, too, the Deepavali release went to Vijay, with Atlee’s Mersal releasing on the day. The Deepavali release date is widely considered to be the biggest in the trade and there’s always competition in the industry to lock a film for the day. Fans, too, debate on social media about which star will get the coveted date for their film. Deepavali vs Pongal However, film critic and industry tracker Sreedhar Pillai says that with the changing weather in Chennai, the Pongal release date may work out to be more favourable for a film business-wise. “The biggest release date used to be Deepavali. But over the years,...
- 11/1/2018
- by Sowmya
- The News Minute
KollywoodAccording to reliable trade sources, among Vijay’s releases, 'Sarkar' has done the biggest pre-release business.Digital NativeVijay’s Sarkar is getting ready for a big Deepavali release. Going by the hype and pre-release buzz, the film is set to open big across screens worldwide. One shouldn’t be surprised if it turns out to be the biggest release in Vijay’s career. It is learned from trade sources that Sarkar will have a wide release in as many as 80 countries and around 1200 screens international. According to A&P groups and D Focus, the film’s overseas distributors have ensured Sarkar release in many new markets such as Poland, Mexico, Philippines, New Zealand, Ukraine, Russia, and several countries in the African continent. Following the commercial success of Thuppakki and Kaththi, actor Vijay and filmmaker Ar Murugadoss have teamed up for the third time in upcoming political action-thriller Sarkar, which has been...
- 10/31/2018
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodEarlier, during an interview, Ar Murugadoos had revealed that Vijay's character in the film has been inspired by Google CEO Sundar Pichai.Tnm StaffYoutube ScreengrabThe official teaser of Vijay-ar Murugadoss’s upcoming film Sarkar, is out and we’re introduced to the “corporate monster”. The 1.5 minute teaser was released on Friday. We’re given to understand that Vijay’s character has come to the country to exercise his right to vote. However, he finds that someone else has cast his vote. Earlier, during an interview, Ar Murugadoss had revealed that Vijay's character in the film has been inspired by Google CEO Sundar Pichai. In fact, Vijay goes by the name 'Sundar' in the film. The actor's styling also looks very similar to the Google CEO. Speaking to Vikatan, Murugadoss said that the film is about a man from the corporate world entering politics. He also added that the team had...
- 10/19/2018
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe makers are planning to launch the film's audio on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanthi.Digital NativeDigital NativeSony Music has grabbed the audio rights of Vijay and Keerthy Suresh starrer Sarkar. The film's music has been composed by double Academy Award Winner Ar Rahman. Director Ar Murugadoss has directed this political action-thriller. It is being reported that Sony Music has bagged the audio rights for a remarkable price. **Drumroll** Bring out the and celebrate cuz we bring to you one of the Biggest albums of 2018, #Sarkar! @actorvijay @sunpictures @arrahman @ARMurugadoss pic.twitter.com/Yf9VqfI8CP — Sony Music South (@SonyMusicSouth) September 27, 2018 Makers are planning to launch the audio on the second of this October on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanthi and will be aired Live on Sun TV. "Get ready to witness the grand Audio Launch of Thalapathy Vijay's #Sarkar this Tuesday (2nd Oct) @ 6:30pm on #SunTV. #SarkarAudioLaunchOnSunTV. [sic]" the channel tweeted.
- 9/30/2018
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodWhat does ‘Simtaangaran’ mean? We might have to wait for the film’s release. Tnm StaffTwitter/Sun PicturesThe single 'Simtaangaran' from Vijay’s Sarkar was launched online on Monday. The song, composed by Ar Rahman, was made available an hour ahead on the producer’s streaming app, SunNxt. This song has been performed by Bamba Bakiya, Vipin Aneja and Aparna Narayanan. The song’s lyrics have been penned by Vivek. What does ‘Simtaangaran’ mean? We might have to wait for the film’s release. The lyric video also features a few pictures from the song itself that shows an angry Keerthy in addition to pictures of Vijay and Yogi Babu dancing together. The song has two distinct tunes, one a peppy male portion and a relatively melodious female part. A very upbeat dance number, one can already imagine Vijay’s moves that this song’s video would have. The lyrics sound like gibberish,...
- 9/24/2018
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodTwo of Vijay's best films in recent years have come from Murugadoss and it naturally has built high anticipation around their next project.Digital NativeFollowing the commercial success of Thuppakki and Kaththi, actor Vijay and filmmaker Ar Murugadoss have teamed up for the third time in upcoming political action-thriller Sarkar. The film’s first look and title were revealed on the occasion of Vijay’s birthday on June 22. While the title and the first poster were released on the eve of his birthday on June 21, two more posters were released the next day as a birthday gift to his fans. The film’s shoot has been going on at breakneck speed over the course of last few months and, on Sunday, Varalaxmi Sarath Kumar, who plays a pivotal role in the film, took to Twitter to announce the completion of the project. The mandatory group photo after we finish filming a movie.
- 9/5/2018
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
CinemaSanjay Leela Bhansali has reportedly acquired the film’s Hindi remake rights and will bankroll the project under the Slb Productions banner.Digital NativeIf the industry grapevine is anything to go by, the Vijay starrer Kaththi is all set to be remade in Bollywood. Filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali has reportedly acquired the film’s Hindi remake rights and will bankroll the project under the banner of Slb Productions, which had earlier made Rowdy Rathore and Gabbar, both remakes of southern blockbusters Vikramarkudu and Ramanna respectively. It is still not finalised who will direct and play the lead in the remake. Kaththi, which featured Vijay in dual roles, revolved around a crook and a social activist. The film marked the second time collaboration of Vijay and Murugadoss after Thuppakki. Meanwhile, Murugadoss and Vijay are busy wrapping up Sarkar, which is gearing up for a Deepavali release. The makers have completed the...
- 8/21/2018
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe actor was last seen in Mahesh Babu’s 'Bharat Ane Nenu'.Digital NativeDigital NativeAfter the phenomenal success of Theri and Mersal, Vijay and Atlee, according to the industry grapevine are set to join hands for the third time. Currently busy shooting for Ar Murugadoss’s Sarkar, Vijay is expected to reunite with Atlee for his next project, currently dubbed as Thalapathy 63. The latest update is actress Kiara Advani, last seen in Mahesh Babu’s Bharat Ane Nenu, is mostly set to make her Tamil debut with this project. Apparently, the makers are in talks with Kiara and are very interested to bring her on board. However, neither the makers nor Kiara have reacted to the rumours which have been doing the rounds from the beginning of this week. There are also reports that Ar Rahman might once again be signed for the project. If he comes on board, it...
- 8/8/2018
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe film is reportedly on track for release this Deepavali.Digital NativeFollowing the commercial success of Thuppakki and Kaththi, actor Vijay and filmmaker Ar Murugadoss have teamed up for the third time for the upcoming political action-thriller Sarkar. The film’s first look and title were revealed on the occasion of Vijay’s birthday on June 22. While the title and the first poster were released on the eve of his birthday on June 21, two more posters were released the next day as a birthday gift to his fans. The film’s shooting has been progressing at breakneck speed and, as announced earlier, the makers recently reconfirmed that the film is on track for release this Deepavali. The makers recently finished the film’s Chennai schedule and are heading to the Us next to shoot the final schedule. If the industry grapevine is anything to go by, the film stars Vijay...
- 8/6/2018
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
KollywoodThis spoof film, which does not have big names in the star cast, has had a great reception from the audience.Anjana ShekarIt is not often that a film outside the realm of superstars like Rajini, Kamal, Vijay, Ajith, Suriya, or Vikram gets an astounding opening but for Cs Amudhan’s Tamizh Padam 2 the response has been great since the word go. With multiple posters and promos leading up to its release, Tamizh Padam 2 was off to a good start, creating a pre-release craze among moviegoers. Starring Shiva and Iswarya Menon in lead roles, Tamizh Padam 2, which released on July 12, had its first show at 5.00 am in certain theatres in the city, a privilege usually reserved for the bigger stars. In addition to it, a few theatre owners also increased the number of shows on the first day following a good response. According to film writer Sreedhar Pillai, Tamizh Padam 2 released in over 350 theatres in the state, an enviable accomplishment for a film of its stature. A reliable source from the crew told Tnm that the film released in around 75 screens outside the south in India. What explains the hype? In recent times, many star-driven films like Bairavaa, Vivegam, Singam 3, etc. have had a lukewarm reception at the box office. Therefore, does Tamizh Padam 2, a spoof that takes a dig at star vehicles, getting such a huge response indicate a change in the mindset of people? “I would attribute it to the online campaign and the number of promos that the makers of this film did before its release. The campaign has worked well with the youth - their target audience. While Kadai Kutty Singam has targeted family audiences, Tamizh Padam 2 has focused on the youth. This equation has worked to the benefit of both the films,” says Sreedhar Pillai. Kadai Kutty Singam, starring Karthi and Sayyessha in the lead roles, released a day after Tamizh Padam 2. Talking about the film’s pre-release hype, a representative from Rohini Silver Screens in Chennai says, “The film had a good buzz even before its release, so we decided to open a 5.00 am show on its first day. Seeing a good response, we increased the number of shows on day one to 13. Almost all shows on the first three days were houseful.” The film’s solo release on a Thursday has also worked to its advantage, says Kaushik Lm, box office tracker. “Also the film’s prequel, Tamizh Padam, was well-received. All those who saw this film in 2010 were eager to catch up with its sequel. Additionally, the makers made sure their promos created interest among the present generation. They had their social media game on point,” says Kaushik. Kaushik goes on to add that while others spend heavily on social media campaigns, the makers of Tamizh Padam 2 seem to have perfected this game. “Their teaser, video song, posters were all unique and very well received and this is one of the most important reasons for the film doing so well.” Dodging bullets While Tamil cinema is well-known for its fan frenzy, how did a spoof film that parodies all the other popular stars’ movies gain the kind of acceptance that it has today? Actor Shiva in his interview to Tnm mentioned that nowhere else will the audience be so welcoming of a spoof film. “I’m not sure if the film would have had the same kind of reception if it were to release in Bombay,” he said. Does this perhaps indicate a change in the audience? That people are bored of watching mass, commercial films? “The reason could be because it is a spoof film. The genre itself is new and we haven't had a spoof in eight years. This is also a reason why it did well. Had there been four spoof films already, it might not have worked to this effect. Even if the makers of TP2 were to make one next year, I'm not sure how well it would be received,” says Kaushik. Sreedhar Pillai concurs and says that it is the uniqueness of the genre which has made it such a big hit among the audience. "I don't think this indicates a change in the mindset. It's all entertainment for the audience," he says. While many have been largely appreciative of the film, there have been a few fans who've objected to the film taking a jibe at their favourite stars. However, they are in a minority. The numbers game According to Kaushik, the film’s first day collections in Tamil Nadu is Rs 4.5 crores, which is a great number for a film that isn't star driven. The Tn collections for films which have top male actors is usually between 15 to 20 crores on the first day. However, the budget of these films is also likely to be much higher than Tamizh Padam 2. “In Chennai alone, the first-day collection of Tamizh Padam 2 has amounted to Rs 63 lakhs,” Kaushik says. The number doing the rounds for the first four days is a whopping Rs 12 to 13 crores in the state. Tamizh Padam 2, a sequel to Tamizh Padam that released in 2010, has a cult following in the state, thanks to the ingeniousness of the makers. The sequel, directed by Cs Amudhan, takes potshots at all the popular cop films and does not spare Tn politics either. Also Read: Cs Amudhan's 'Tamizh Padam 2' speaks the truth about female characters in Kollywood...
- 7/16/2018
- by Monalisa
- The News Minute
Kollywood It is also being rumoured that the film stars Vijay as a Us-returned character who vows to bring about change in his society.Digital NativeFollowing the commercial success of Thuppakki and Kaththi, actor Vijay and filmmaker A.R Murugadoss have teamed up for the third time in upcoming political action-thriller Sarkar. The film’s first look and title were revealed last week on the occasion of Vijay’s birthday on June 22. While the title and the first poster were released on the eve of his birthday on June 21, two more posters were released the next day as a birthday gift to his fans. The film’s shooting is progressing at breakneck speed and as announced earlier, the makers recently reconfirmed that the film is on track for Diwali release. Sun Pictures is bankrolling the film on a lavish budget. According to the industry grapevine, the shoot of Sarkar will very soon shift to Las Vegas where the team is believed to shoot the introductory song of Vijay. It is also being rumoured that the film stars Vijay as a Us-returned character who vows to bring about change in his society. Veteran actor Radha Ravi is tipped to be playing the antagonist in the film. Keerthy Suresh has rejoined hands with Vijay after last year’s Bairavaa. The film also stars Varalaxmi Sarath Kumar, Prem Kumar and Yogi Babu. A.R Rahman has been officially signed to compose music for the project, which will mark his reunion with Murugadoss after the Hindi version of Ghajini. Girish Gangadharan, the young lensman whose recent work includes Kali and Solo, is cranking the camera. National award-winning editor Sreekar Prasad, who has worked with Murugadoss in projects such as Thuppakki and Spyder, is also part of the film. All eyes are on Sarkar as the combination of Vijay and Murugadoss has set the bar very high. Two of Vijay's best films in recent years have come from Murugadoss and it naturally has built high anticipation around their next project. Sarkar is set for box-office clash with Suriya’s Ngk, which is also confirmed to hit the screens this Diwali.
- 6/25/2018
- by Monalisa
- The News Minute
KollywoodWhile the year saw many star vehicles, there were quite a few unusual films that went on to win big.Sowmya Rajendran2017 is drawing to an end, and this is a year that has seen some unusual films coming out of Kollywood. While big star vehicles like Singam 3, Bairavaa, VIP2, Mersal and Vivegam released with much fanfare, smaller films also came into the limelight and won critical acclaim. This was also an important year for films with women actors in lead roles. Not only did some of them do well commercially, they also led to much discussion on gender and women's rights. This list has films which won critical acclaim but also includes those that initiated worthwhile conversations and debates. Some of these films may be problematic but they have pushed the envelope in some way, pulled away from convention to give us something new on screen. 8 Thottakal: Directed by Sri Ganesh, the film was released at the same time as Mani Ratnam's Kaatru Veliyidai. However, the thriller with its ensemble cast and tight plot managed to do well at the box office. Ms Bhaskar's performance especially came in for appreciation. The revelations in the plot work well and the film maintains suspense throughout. Aramm: Gopi Nainar's film about a District Collector who is faced with a difficult task – rescuing a small child who falls into a borewell – had Nayanthara playing the lead role. The film, set in Kattur, asked relevant questions about the rural-urban divide and was devoid of the usual trappings of mainstream cinema. Aruvi: This film, directed by Arun Prabhu, is about a young woman who has AIDS. Apart from its strong storytelling, the film celebrates values that are usually associated with the feminine – of compassion and forgiveness – through an unusual protagonist. Aval: This horror film, directed by Milind Rau, wasn't really original when it came to plot but it had impressive VFX and sound. It also marked a return to the pure horror genre in Tamil cinema, which has for long been making horror-comedies. Kurangu Bommai: With an interesting non-linear plot, this film directed by Nithilan Swaminathan is about an honest driver who finds himself in a smuggling web. With great performances, especially from Bharathiraja, the film opened to critical acclaim. Lens: Shot on a shoestring budget, this film by Jayaprakash Radhakrishnan is a brave attempt to look at the issue of cyber crime. The director, who also plays the lead role, paints a vivid picture of a middle class man obsessed with pornography and cyber sex. The film is not without its flaws, but makes for an engrossing watch nevertheless. Maanagaram: Lokesh Kanagaraj's film is about a bunch of characters with no names (unlike a village where everyone knows everyone, anonymity is the norm in big cities). The film explores life in a big city and how people react and respond when they're thrown in a spot of trouble. The gripping screenplay made sure that the film became a hit despite having no big names in the cast. Magalir Mattum: Jyothika teamed up with veteran actors Urvashi, Banu Priya, and Saranya in this film about four women who go on a road trip. Directed by Bramma, the film evoked mixed responses from the audience – while some questioned the idea of women's empowerment that the film carries, many enjoyed the relevant questions that the characters ask through the film. The film also did well at the box-offiice. Oru Kidayin Karunai Manu: Directed by Suresh Sangaiah, this film is about a goat that's on its way to be sacrificed at a temple. But then, the vehicle with the goat and the people who are taking it, meets with an accident. Now what to do about the 'corpse' they have at hand? Funny and insightful, Oru Kidayin Karunai Manu is an unusual film. Pa Paandi: Although Dhanush, the director, makes a cameo, the film belongs to Raj Kiran, who plays a retired stunt master. A rare film about an elderly person discovering their dreams and following their heart. Revathi makes a delightful appearance, too. Rangoon: Rajkumar Periasamy's crime drama with Gautham Karthik in the lead role was a smart, well-executed film about gold smuggling. A good part of the film is set in Rangoon and the plot has enough twists and turns to keep the viewer engaged to the end. Taramani: Ram's film about a single mother who works in the corporate sector drew mixed responses like Magalir Mattum. The posters and teasers of the film, which showed Andrea, the lead character, swearing and questioning the patriarchal world around her generated quite a bit of buzz. While many disagreed with the film for its idea of women's empowerment, it was also unique in celebrating a woman lead who went against the established traditions in Kollywood. Theeran Adhigaaram Ondru: Although it has its share of problematic representations, Theeran was a well-made cop film which went into the nitty-gritties of a police investigation. Directed by Vinoth, the film, which is based on real events, went on to become a blockbuster. Thiruttu Payale 2: Like Lens, this film was about the dangers of the digital world. A sequel to Susi Ganeshan's first film by the same title, the movie had interesting ideas – most notably, a husband who stands by his wife despite knowing another man is in possession of her nude videos. This was refreshingly different from the usual moral landscape in which such films tend to be located. Vikram-Vedha: Directed by Pushkar and Gayathri, this film about a cop and a criminal, was an interesting take on the Vikram-Vetal myth. Both Madhavan and Vijay Sethupathy turned in wonderful performances, making for a delectable thriller that explored the grey between the worlds of good and bad.
- 12/25/2017
- by Editor
- The News Minute
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