Best Tamil Thriller Movies of All Time

Lokesh Kanagaraj · 147 min · Dream Warrior Pictures / Vivekananda Pictures

A police officer, Inspector Bejoy, leads a team in intercepting a van carrying large quantities of cocaine. However, the operation puts him at odds with Adaikalam, a notorious drug lord, who seeks revenge against those involved. As Bejoy tries to protect his officers and prevent public panic, he must also navigate a complex web of corruption and gang violence. The situation escalates into a tense showdown between Bejoy's team and Adaikalam's men.

Cast: Karthi, Narain, Arjun Das

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (7.6/10 on TMDb (154 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

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

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.

Kamal Haasan · 148 min · Raaj Kamal Films International

A psychologist's life is turned upside down when her husband, a seemingly ordinary man, is revealed to be hiding a dark past as a Tamil Muslim with ties to the Taliban. As she tries to uncover the truth about his identity, they are taken hostage by a group led by Omar Qureshi, who has a personal vendetta against them. The situation escalates into a deadly game of cat and mouse, forcing the couple to confront their own secrets and lies.

Cast: Pooja Kumar, Miles Anderson, Kamal Haasan

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AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (7.9/10 on IMDb (41,257 votes), 100% on Rotten Tomatoes), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Gautham Ramachandran · 137 min · Blacky, Genie & My Left Foot Productions

The journey of a young school teacher to prove her father's innocence with the help of a juvenile advocate who's never even seen the interiors of a court hall.

Cast: Sai Pallavi, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Kaali Venkat

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (7.3/10 on TMDb (33 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Rishab Shetty · 165 min · Hombale Films

In ancient coastal Karnataka, a young warrior named Berme emerges from a sacred well with mystical powers, destined to protect the forest's balance. As he grows, he becomes embroiled in the conflicts of the kingdom, where power-hungry rulers seek to exploit the land's resources and disrupt its spiritual equilibrium. A legendary battle unfolds between Berme and those who threaten the forest, testing his courage and connection to the natural world.

Cast: Rishab Shetty, Sapthami Gowda, Sriram Reddy Polasane

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AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (8.5/10 on IMDb (41,331 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Vetrimaaran · RS Infotainment / Grass Root Film Company

A police officer is tasked with escorting a radical leader through the jungle after he's captured. The leader recounts his transformation from a schoolteacher to a revolutionary activist after witnessing a brutal crime. As they journey together, the officer begins to question the true nature of their mission and the circumstances surrounding the leader's capture.

Cast: Vijay Sethupathi, Manju Warrier, Soori

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

S. Shankar · 169 min · S Films

A young journalist, N. Pugazhendi, secretly records a video of the corrupt Chief Minister ordering police inaction during a violent riot. He challenges the politician on live TV, sparking a dramatic confrontation that leads to an unexpected wager: assume the role of Chief Minister for 24 hours. Pugazh's brief tenure brings about sweeping reforms and corruption charges against the ruling party, but at great personal risk.

Cast: Arjun Sarja, Manisha Koirala, Raghuvaran

AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (8.4/10 on IMDb (8,729 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Nalan Kumarasamy · 135 min · Thirukumaran Entertainment

Three unemployed friends, Kesavan, Sekar, and Pagalavan, team up with a middle-aged kidnapper named Das, who has an imaginary girlfriend. They kidnap a boy and successfully extort ransom from his father, but things take a complicated turn when they discover the boy staged the kidnapping himself. The group becomes embroiled in a cat-and-mouse game with a ruthless policeman as they try to retrieve their share of the ransom money.

Cast: Vijay Sethupathi, Sanchita Shetty, Radha Ravi

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AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (8.3/10 on IMDb (12,214 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Venkat Prabhu · 147 min · V House Productions

A man from Dubai helps his friend elope on his wedding day, but their escape leads to a series of violent confrontations with corrupt police. Trapped in a time loop, he relives the same events over and over, trying to break free. As he tries to understand the cause of the loop, he discovers a connection to a Hindu god of time.

Cast: Silambarasan, S. J. Suryah, Kalyani Priyadarshan

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (7.0/10 on TMDb (52 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

A. R. Murugadoss · Sri Lakshmi Movies

A National Investigation Agency officer teams up with a Renault showroom employee struggling with suicidal thoughts to stop an illegal arms syndicate from distributing firearms in Tamil Nadu. The operation becomes a high-risk mission when the official approval is denied, and the employee's past trauma is revealed. As the stakes rise, the unlikely duo must work together to prevent further violence. Their mission puts them directly in harm's way.

Cast: Sivakarthikeyan, Vidyut Jamwal, Rukmini Vasanth

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

Gautham Vasudev Menon · 172 min · Vels Film International

Muthuveeran, a young man from a village in Tamil Nadu, flees after threatening a landowner with a sickle. His mother arranges for him to find work in Mumbai, where he takes a job at a parotta store and starts earning money for his family. However, Muthu soon finds himself entangled in the underworld of gangsters and rival gangs, including Kaarji and Kutty Bhai, who mistakenly believe Chermadurai was working against them.

Cast: Silambarasan, Siddhi Idnani, Neeraj Madhav

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (6.4/10 on TMDb (17 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

A.R. Murugadoss · 165 min · V Creations

A DIA specialist falls in love with a modern boxer while on leave in Mumbai. When he discovers she is being targeted by a terrorist group, he enlists help to thwart their plans and rescue her family members. He uses his wits and resourcefulness to outsmart the terrorists and save those close to him. Ultimately, he rescues his own sister from danger.

Cast: Joseph Vijay, Kajal Aggarwal, Vidyut Jammwal

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AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (8.1/10 on IMDb (38,672 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

S.U. Arun Kumar · 140 min · Etaki Entertainment

A man is raising his niece like his own daughter, and everything appears normal in their life until the little girl goes missing.

Cast: Siddharth, Sahasra Sree, S. Aafiyah Tasneem

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AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (8.2/10 on IMDb (8,452 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

S. Shankar · 185 min · Sri Surya Movies

Circa the British rule in India, a man named Senapathy decides to rebel against the British in a violent way, learns a rare martial art that enables him to kill with his bare hands, and travels to Singapore, joins the Indian Liberation Army formed by renowned Subhash Chandra Bose, is one of the soldier's to engage the British into war. He subsequently joins a death squad in order to destroy British tanks. While all of the others succeed in carrying out their mission, Senapathy is captured, jailed, beaten, and mercilessly tortured by the British. Upon his release, he is looked after by a woman named Namrata, whose honor he had saved from the British - who had captured two truckloads of women protesters, burned their clothing, and forced them to commit suicide. Namrata and Senapathy marry, India gains independence, and they soon have two children - Chandrabose and Kasthoori. Years later Chandra quarrels with his honest and straight-laced father, leaves home, so that he can earn enough money to bribe the transport secretary to get him a job as a Transport Officer. Tragedy strikes the family when Kasthoori is grievously hurt in a house-fire. They get her to the nearest hospital - but the doctor wants them to file a police report or pay him Rs.500/-; At the police station - the Inspector wants Rs.250/- or a report from the Village Administration Officer; who in turn wants Rs.150/- so that he can start preparations for the report. This delay results in Kasthoori's death - and a vengeful Senapathy decides to teach corrupt officials a lesson - a lesson that will serve to remind other corrupt officials to do their work diligently without accepting any bribes. What Senapathy does not know is that his very son Chandra is now part of this system - and he must now make up his mind to make an exception or carry on his gruesome task - knowing fully well that the Central Bureau of Investigation is hot on his tail.

Cast: Kamal Haasan, Sukanya, Manisha Koirala

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AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (8.1/10 on IMDb (15,423 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Mani Ratnam · 137 min · Kavithalayaa Productions

In this romantic drama, a young woman named Roja's life is turned upside down when her fiancé is kidnapped by militants while on a mission in Kashmir. As she navigates the complexities of language barriers and cultural differences, Roja must find a way to rescue her loved one and uncover the truth behind his abduction. Along the way, she discovers a deep romance with her husband-to-be.

Cast: Arvind Swamy, Madhoo, Pankaj Kapur

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AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (8.1/10 on IMDb (13,950 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Vignesh Raja · 147 min · Applause Entertainment / E4 Entertainment / Eprius Studio

A young police trainee is assigned to assist a senior officer on a murder investigation involving multiple victims strangled with an iron wire. As they dig deeper, they uncover similarities to a series of unsolved crimes from decades ago, leading them to suspect a copycat killer. The investigation becomes increasingly personal as the team targets a prime suspect with a history of obsessive behavior and fixation on cleanliness.

Cast: R. Sarathkumar, Lisha Chinnu, Ashok Selvan

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AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (8.0/10 on IMDb (11,345 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Vikram Kumar · 164 min · 2D Entertainment

A Sci-Fi family revenge drama happening between a scientist, his evil brother and the scientist's son, over a time travel gadget.

Cast: Suriya, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Nithya Menen

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (7.2/10 on TMDb (135 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

R. Parthiban · 105 min · Bioscope Film Framers

A middle-aged man is interrogated by police over a murder accusation, with his silence and wit sparking curiosity among investigators. As the case unfolds, it's revealed that he has a terminally ill child and a troubled past involving infidelity and blackmail. The suspect's calm demeanor hides a complex web of emotions and motivations, leading to a surprising confession.

Cast: R. Parthiban, Gayathrie Shankar, Deepa Venkat

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (8.0/10 on TMDb (18 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Karthik Subbaraj · 127 min · Thirukumaran Entertainment

A pizza delivery driver's life is turned upside down when he encounters a series of bizarre and terrifying events while delivering to a luxurious mansion. As he tries to escape, he discovers that the house has become a hub for paranormal activity, with ghostly apparitions and mysterious phone calls. The lines between reality and madness blur as he becomes trapped in a desperate struggle for survival.

Cast: Vijay Sethupathi, Ramya Nambeeshan, Aadukalam Naren

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AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (7.9/10 on IMDb (9,526 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

R. Ravikumar · 146 min · Thirukumaran Entertainment / Studio Green

A wannabe entrepreneur Elango & his fake astrologer friend, Pulivetti Arumugam are down on luck in their respective lives. After getting humiliated by his ladylove's father, the crestfallen Elango & his friend chance upon a time-machine. Their adventures with the time-machine form the rest of the movie

Cast: Vishnu Vishal, Miya George, Karunakaran

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AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (8.0/10 on IMDb (5,083 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

H. Vinoth · 145 min · Manobala's Picture House / SR Cinema / Thirrupathi Brothers Film Media

Gandhi Babu, a skilled con artist, preys on vulnerable individuals with elaborate schemes. His latest target is Bhanu, a poor woman he charms before abandoning her. After being arrested and released due to lack of evidence, Gandhi's associates betray him, leading to a violent confrontation that ultimately sets the stage for his next scam.

Cast: Natarajan Subramaniam, Ishara Nair, Ponvannan

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AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (8.1/10 on IMDb (3,732 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

K.V. Anand · 128 min · RS Infotainment

A photojournalist captures evidence of a bank robbery and inadvertently becomes entangled in a web of corruption and politics. He falls for his colleague, who helps him expose a politician's child marriage scandal, while also supporting an underdog candidate running against more established politicians. As the story unfolds, the journalist must navigate danger and loyalty to uncover the truth. His relationships are tested as he fights for justice and fairness in a corrupt system.

Cast: Jiiva, Ajmal Ameer, Karthika Nair

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AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (7.9/10 on IMDb (6,848 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Ramkumar Balakrishnan · 127 min · Passion Studios / Soldiers Factory

A young IT professional and his pregnant wife are forced to confront their neighbor, a stubborn local official, over a parking space dispute that escalates into a series of escalating pranks and retaliations. The situation becomes increasingly volatile as the two men's personal lives become entangled in the conflict. Ultimately, the feud ends with a dramatic confrontation that leaves one man's reputation in tatters.

Cast: Harish Kalyan, M.S. Bhaskar, Indhuja Ravichandran

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AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (7.8/10 on IMDb (11,327 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Prashanth Neel · 156 min · Hombale Films

In 1951, a mysterious yellow stone unearthed in southern Mysore sparks a chain of events that sets off a violent struggle for control over the Kolar Gold Fields. A vast criminal empire is built around its wealth, with five trusted associates vying for power and survival. Amidst this chaos, a young boy named Rocky grows up driven by a promise to his dying mother, seeking immense wealth and power.

Cast: Yash, Srinidhi Shetty, Ramachandra Raju

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (7.5/10 on TMDb (286 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Balaji Sakthivel · 124 min

A girl gets in trouble when her boyfriend films her private moments on his mobile phone without her knowledge.

Cast: Sri, Urmila Mahanta, Mithun Murali

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AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (8.2/10 on IMDb (2,411 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Rahul Sadasivan · 139 min · YNOT Studios / Night Shift Studios

Thevan, a folk singer of the Paanan caste, has a fateful encounter when escaping slavery, leading to him discovering an ancient traditional mansion altering his destiny.

Cast: Mammootty, Arjun Ashokan, Sidharth Bharathan

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AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (7.7/10 on IMDb (17,289 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Venkat Prabhu · 155 min · Cloud Nine Movies

In Mumbai's underworld, a corrupt police officer and an influential businessman are embroiled in a web of crime and deception. A group of thieves plans to rob a large sum of money, but their leader has other motives. As the story unfolds, alliances are formed and broken, leading to a thrilling confrontation between good and evil.

Cast: Ajith Kumar, Arjun Sarja, Trisha Krishnan

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AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (7.7/10 on IMDb (16,693 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

M. Sasikumar · 145 min

Azhagar and his friend Paraman kill the person who humiliated Kanugu's brother and surrenders themselves to the police. However, they soon learn that Kanugu has betrayed them.

Cast: Jai, M. Sasikumar, Swathi Reddy

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AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (8.2/10 on IMDb (2,231 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

S. Shankar · 174 min · Sun Pictures

Dr. Vasi (Rajnikanth) invents a super-powered robot, Chitti, in his own image. The scientific body, AIRD, that must approve the robot, declines it based on its not having emotions and the ability to make rational judgment. A sudden flash of lightning evokes emotions in the robot, and Chitti is seemingly ready for integration into the human world. Then, Chitti falls in love with Dr. Vasi's fiancée Sana (Aishwarya Rai) and turns on his creator.

Cast: Rajinikanth, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Danny Denzongpa

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AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (7.2/10 on IMDb (33,071 votes), 83% on Rotten Tomatoes), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Mysskin · Nemichand Jhabak

Sathya and Kiruba are friends. Sathya is reckless and gets into drinking and violent fights whereas Kiruba studies hard to become a Sub-Inspector. Tables are turned when Sathya becomes a Sub-Inspector.

Cast: Prasanna, Narain, Ajmal Amer

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

Milind Rau · 136 min · Viacom 18 Motion Pictures / Etaki Entertainment

The movie opens with an ancient Chinese mother and daughter. They seem to spend happy moments with each other with the mother being pregnant. The movie then moves to the present where a happy couple Krish [Siddharth] and Lakshmi [Andrea Jeremiah] make love, bringing in their memories of the times they met and how their love blossomed. They suddenly notice that a new family move in to the next house. Krish is a doctor who uses electrodes inserted into the brain to bring sensation to numb fingers. He is close to another doctor, Dr.Prasad, who is a psychiatrist.

Cast: Siddharth, Andrea Jeremiah, Atul Kulkarni

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (5.8/10 on TMDb (41 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Bose Venkat

In the village of Mangollai, a clash of ideologies unfolds as Colochi Saami and Saamikannu oppose education for the underprivileged, while Annadurai and Sivangaanam stand firm against oppression, fighting for equality and change.

Cast: Vimal, Saravanan, V. I. S. Jayapalan

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

A. R. Murugadoss · Sri Saravanaa Creations

Spunky and compassionate Kalpana rents an apartment and works as an ad-model. Her life changes when she invents a love affair between herself and wealthy Sanjay Ramaswamy. When Sanjay finds out, he decides to confront her to end this facade, but ends up falling in love with her. He pretends to be poor, proposes to her, and she subsequently accepts. Before they could get married, she gets killed, Sanjay gets assaulted, resulting in memory loss, and he is unable to remember anything beyond 15 minutes. During those 15 minutes, Sanjay manages to put together bit by bit through tattoos, Polaroid photos, notes, and maps on the wall of his apartment whatever he is able to recollect, as he sets out to avenge Kalpana's death. Sanjay does not know that the elusive killer knows about his agenda, and has already made plans to finish him off once and for all.

Cast: Asin, Nayanthara, Pradeep Rawat

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

Sriram Raghavan · 144 min · Tips Films / Matchbox Pictures

A man returns to his hometown in 1980s Bombay on Christmas Eve after seven years away. He reunites with a woman and her mute daughter, forming a connection that leads to a night of celebration and exploration. However, the evening takes a deadly turn when Maria's husband is found murdered, revealing a dark secret from Albert's past.

Cast: Katrina Kaif, Vijay Sethupathi, Tinnu Anand

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AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (6.9/10 on IMDb (29,679 votes), 84% on Rotten Tomatoes), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Adhik Ravichandran · 139 min · Mythri Movie Makers

A fearless don tries to change his ruthless ways and violent past to live peacefully with his family. However, his dark past continues to haunt him. He faces it head-on and overcomes it.

Cast: Ajith Kumar, Trisha Krishnan, Priya Prakash Varrier

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AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (7.6/10 on IMDb (6,625 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

P. S. Mithran · 160 min · Vishal Film Factory

The movie is an action thriller that concerns hacking and the leak of information, how in the days of interconnections, the privacy of a person doesn't hold power, as anyone can be hacked and their personal information stolen from them.

Cast: Arjun Sarja, Vishal Krishna, Samantha Ruth Prabhu

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (6.9/10 on TMDb (48 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Lokesh Kanagaraj · 179 min · XB Film Creators

A ruthless gangster seeks revenge against those who wronged him as a teenager, while a college lecturer is wrongly accused of murder and must navigate a corrupt juvenile detention facility. The two men's paths converge in unexpected ways, leading to a violent confrontation. As the truth unravels, both characters are forced to confront their dark pasts. A gripping tale of revenge and redemption unfolds.

Cast: Vijay, Vijay Sethupathi, Arjun Das

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (6.6/10 on TMDb (124 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Lokesh Kanagaraj · 174 min · Raaj Kamal Films International / Turmeric Media

A former black ops squad leader, Amar, is tasked with taking down a group of masked vigilantes responsible for several high-profile murders. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of corruption and deceit that leads him to discover his own connection to the victims. The investigation ultimately reveals the true identity of the vigilante leader, who has been hiding in plain sight as Amar's foster brother.

Cast: Kamal Haasan, Fahadh Faasil, Vijay Sethupathi

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (7.6/10 on TMDb (171 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Lokkesh Ajls · AR Entertainment

A brave and skilled officer with a strong record of solving tough cases is assigned to a new, more challenging serial killing investigation.

Cast: Naveen Chandra, Reyaa, Abhirami

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

S. Shankar · 160 min · A. R. S. Film International

Due to a past tragedy , a small business owner by day becomes modern day Robin Hood by night takes from the rich to provide education for the poor.

Cast: Arjun Sarja, Madhoo, Subhasri

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AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (7.8/10 on IMDb (2,762 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Nelson Dilipkumar · 150 min · KJR Studios / Sivakarthikeyan Productions

When his fiancee's niece is kidnapped, a stoic army doctor and his motley team launch a rescue operation in which they need both wit and their wits.

Cast: Sivakarthikeyan, Vinay Rai, Priyanka Arul Mohan

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (6.3/10 on TMDb (58 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

P. S. Mithran · 167 min · Prince Pictures

A police inspector seeks revenge against those responsible for his family's tragic past, which he believes is connected to a water project threatening India's potable supply. His investigation leads him to uncover a web of deceit and corruption that ultimately puts the life of a social activist at risk. As he delves deeper, he discovers a shocking truth about a secret operative known as "Sardar". The inspector must navigate treacherous forces to bring justice to those responsible for his family's downfall.

Cast: Karthi, Raashii Khanna, Rajisha Vijayan

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (6.8/10 on TMDb (25 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

P. Ramesh · 126 min · Thirukumaran Entertainment / Vel Media

A criminology student turned detective uncovers a web of deceit linked to a forged insurance scam, leading him to his own mentor's shocking involvement in the crime. The investigation culminates in a confession and tragic suicide, revealing a larger conspiracy orchestrated by a mysterious figure known as Vallabha.

Cast: Ashok Selvan, Janani Iyer, V. Jayaprakash

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AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (7.6/10 on IMDb (3,156 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Vishnu Vardhan · Ananda Picture Circuit / Nigel Wick Zepher Studio

The intertwined stories of an international Don in Malaysia, David Billa, chased by the cops, an Indian police officer, a woman who wants to avenge the death of her brother, and a lowly thief, Velu who shares with Billa, an unusual connection.

Cast: Ajith Kumar, Nayanthara, Prabhu

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

Prasath Ramar · 136 min · Thirukumaran Entertainment

A man suffering from Insomnia gets introduced to pills that allow him to cultivate and experience lucid dreams that could continue with interruptions too. With each real-life character that has caused an impact in him getting a parallel in his dream, the distinction between reality & dream thins out and that consumes him. The final act on how he gets out of it brings the curtains down with a wonderful little perspective brought to note.

Cast: Siddharth, Deepa Sannidhi, Srushti Dange

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AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (7.7/10 on IMDb (1,855 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Ashok G. · 142 min · UV Creations

IAS officer Chanchala Reddy is imprisoned in a haunted house, while she is interrogated by law enforcers investigating a politician they suspect of corruption.

Cast: Anushka Shetty, Jayaram, Asha Sarath

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (6.0/10 on TMDb (36 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

R. Ajay Gnanamuthu · 170 min · Cameo Films / Drumsticks Productions

A CBI officer goes in search of a ruthless serial killer. Things get worse when the murderer targets the former and her family.

Cast: Nayanthara, Anurag Kashyap, Atharvaa Murali

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (7.0/10 on TMDb (71 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Prabhu Solomon · 124 min

Ten-year-old Sembi and her grandmother Veerayi, an apiarist, live peacefully amidst nature in the hilly regions of Kodaikanal. They lead a beautiful life until three influential miscreants shatter all their dreams. After a tragedy the two escape and board a bus, whose Passengers from different walks of life try to help bringing justice to the duo.

Cast: Kovai Sarala, Ashwin Kumar, Thambi Ramaiah

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (7.1/10 on TMDb (6 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Sri Ganesh · 145 min · Vetrivel Saravana Cinemas / Big Print Pictures Production

An emotional thriller about two people who stand at two extremes of the law. Sathya, an honest accidentally loses his service pistol which was loaded with eight bullets. Before he could retrieve the pistol, it makes its way into the black market and gets sold off to a man named Moorthy, who uses it for a bank robbery. While Sathya desperately searches for his pistol, a series of murders start to happen by the same pistol. Each bullet in the pistol begins to take each life as Moorthy is forced to kill each person involved in his crime.

Cast: Vetri, Aparna Balamurali, M. S. Bhaskar

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (7.3/10 on TMDb (24 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Nelson Dilipkumar · 140 min · Lyca Productions

A young woman named Kokila is forced into the cocaine smuggling business to support her family after her mother's diagnosis with lung cancer. She uses her cunning to evade authorities and eventually takes down the entire operation with the help of a determined cop. With the help of her family, she switches the shipment and tricks those who wronged her, ultimately bringing justice to herself and her loved ones.

Cast: Nayanthara, Yogi Babu, Saranya Ponvannan

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (6.6/10 on TMDb (37 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.