🏆 Ranked

Best Tamil Crime Movies of 2015

Ranked by IMDb rating — 13 Tamil crime films released in 2015.

1Thani Oruvan poster
IMDb8.424,023 votes

Mohan Raja · 160 min · AGS Entertainment

ActionCrimeDrama

A low-level party cadre dedicates himself to his regional leader, who becomes embroiled in a murder plot when he kills a rebel over caste-related comments. Years later, the region's politician is involved in a new crime, prompting a group of trainee IPS officers to investigate. As they dig deeper, they uncover a web of corruption and organized crime that threatens their own lives. A personal connection between one of the investigators and the killer adds to the complexity of the case.

Cast: Ravi Mohan, Arvind Swamy, Nayanthara

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AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (8.4/10 on IMDb (24,023 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

2Papanasam poster
IMDb8.48,752 votesRT100%

Jeethu Joseph · 179 min · Wide Angle Creations / RajKumar Theatres Pvt. Ltd.

CrimeDramaThriller

A businessman's life is turned upside down when his daughter is blackmailed by the spoiled son of a high-ranking police officer. The situation escalates into a desperate attempt to cover up the crime, leading to a series of events that put the family in danger. As the investigation unfolds, the family must navigate their way through a complex web of deceit and corruption.

Cast: Kamal Haasan, Gautami, Nivetha Thomas

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AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (8.4/10 on IMDb (8,752 votes), 100% on Rotten Tomatoes), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

3Rajathandhiram poster
IMDb7.61,495 votes

A.G. Amid · 132 min

ActionCrimeThriller

Small-time criminals plan a big-time heist. Will they be successful in their attempt ?

Cast: Veera Bahu, Regina Cassandra, Pattiyal K. Shekar

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AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (7.6/10 on IMDb (1,495 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

4Yennai Arindhaal poster
IMDb7.310,508 votes

Gautham Vasudev Menon · 168 min · Shri Sai Raam Creations

ActionCrimeDrama

In this crime drama, a young IPS officer infiltrates a notorious gangster's organization to bring down the leader, Victor Manoharan. Along the way, he forms connections with those affected by the gang's activities, including a pregnant woman and her child. However, his personal life is complicated when the woman is brutally murdered, leaving him heartbroken but determined to continue fighting for justice.

Cast: Ajith Kumar, Arun Vijay, Trisha Krishnan

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AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (7.3/10 on IMDb (10,508 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

5Kirumi poster

Kirumi

2015
IMDb7.0429 votes

Anucharan Murugaiyan · 104 min · JPR Films{{Cite web / date=23 September 2015 / title=Kirumi (aka) Kirumi photos stills & images / url=http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movies/kirumi/kirumi-photos-pictures-stills.html#.VeVqzX0508J / access-date=2016-12-19 / website=Behindwoods.com

Crime

A young man named Kathir seeks employment after feeling undervalued in his current life. He becomes embroiled in a web of corruption when he works as an informant for the local police, using the opportunity to exact revenge on a bar owner who humiliated him. However, Kathir soon finds himself in grave danger and must navigate a complex situation to protect himself. Ultimately, he finds redemption by taking up a legitimate job at his wife's factory.

Cast: Charlie, David Solomon Raja, Marimuthu

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AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (7.0/10 on IMDb (429 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

6Thoongaa Vanam poster
IMDb6.92,643 votes

Rajesh M. Selva · 128 min

ActionCrimeThriller

A cop with a connection to the criminal underworld finds his secret life exposed when he and his partner are caught stealing cocaine from a powerful drug dealer, a move that puts his son's life in jeopardy.

Cast: Kamal Haasan, Prakash Raj, Trisha Krishnan

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AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (6.9/10 on IMDb (2,643 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

7Karma poster

Karma

2015
IMDb6.3158 votes

R. Arvind · Creative Criminal

ThrillerCrimeMystery

A popular crime novelist's wife is murdered and he is been interrogated by the Crime Branch special investigation officer. The interrogation leads to various suspects who could have possibly killed the novelist's wife.

Cast: R. Arvind

AI verdict: Not enough ratings data yet for an AI verdict.

9Purampokku Engira Podhuvudamai poster
IMDb6.0684 votes

S.P. Jhananathan · 159 min

ActionCrimeDrama

Bellusamy(Arya)is an activist who believes in principles of communism. What happens when you pull out all the stops to bring about a positive change in our society? You get framed and fall prey to the wrong side of justice.

Cast: Arya, Shaam, Vijay Sethupathi

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AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (6.0/10 on IMDb (684 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

10Achaaram poster
IMDb4.211 votes

Mohan Krishna · Dhaaru Nisha Movies

CrimeThriller

Suriya, a sub inspector happens to investigate a theft case that takes place in an architect Siva's house. Right from the moment Suriya sees Siva's wife Ramya. Now how Suriya takes revenge against Ramya and does he succeed in it?

Cast: Gnanadesh Ambedkar, Poonam Kaur, Munna

AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (4.2/10 on IMDb (11 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

11Ettuthikkum Madhayaanai poster
IMDb3.914 votes

K S Thangasamy · Raattinam Pictures

DramaCrime

When his father is murdered by an unknown gang, Natesan sets out to find the killers. But, he is shocked to learn that his father's death has a connection with the murder of his childhood friend.

Cast: Sathya, Durga, Bhanu Chander

AI verdict: Not enough ratings data yet for an AI verdict.

12Rombha Nallavan Da Nee poster

A. Venkatesh

ComedyCrime

Rombha Nallavan Da Nee is an Indian Tamil-language comedy film written and directed by A. Venkatesh. The film features Mirchi Senthil and Shruty Bala in the leading roles.

Cast: Mirchi Senthil, A. Venkatesh, Rekha

AI verdict: Not enough ratings data yet for an AI verdict.

13Iravum Pagalum Varum poster

Bala Sriram · Sky Dot Films

ActionCrime

A young college student turns to petty theft to make ends meet. His arrest leads to an unexpected entanglement with a corrupt police officer, drawing him into a world of organized crime. The student's actions become increasingly entwined with the officer's illicit business.

Cast: Ananya, Jagan, Mahesh

AI verdict: Not enough ratings data yet for an AI verdict.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best Tamil crime movie of 2015?+

Our top-ranked Tamil crime movie of 2015 is Thani Oruvan, based on its IMDb rating (TMDb as a fallback where OMDb hasn't rated it yet).

How many Tamil crime movies came out in 2015?+

We've catalogued 13 Tamil crime movies released in 2015.

Where can I watch Thani Oruvan?+

Thani Oruvan is available to stream, rent, or buy on Sun Nxt, Amazon Video.