Thalapathy Vijay is preparing to bid farewell to cinema through ‘Jana Nayagan,’ which H. Vinoth directs. Ahead of the release, ETimes readers can revisit some of Vijay’s most celebrated films that showcase the qualities which transformed him into one of Tamil cinema’s biggest stars. If you’re planning a Vijay marathon before ‘Jana Nayagan’, these films deserve a place on your watchlist.
‘Kathi’
Released in 2014 and directed by A.R. Murugadoss, ‘Kathi’ remains one of the defining films of Vijay’s career. The actor appears in dual roles and beyond its commercial entertainment, the film addresses issues affecting farmers, land acquisition and corruption. Another aspect of the film was Anirudh’s powerpacked music. After ‘Thuppakki,’ Ani delivered another pulse pounding track in ‘Kathi,’ which is still one of the best goosebumps evoking scores ever produced in Tollywood.
‘Thalaivaa’
Directed by A.L. Vijay, ‘Thalaivaa’ explores the journey of Vishwa, a man whose life changes after unexpected circumstances force him to embrace leadership. The film balances action, emotional drama and family relationships while following the evolution of its central character. Apart from the action set pieces, Vijay performed in a raw and realistic style, compared to his other commercial films. ‘Thalaivaa’s unique mix of drama and mass elements, surely makes it one among the fan favourites.
‘Mersal’
Now comes the most commercial flick ever produced in Tollywood: ‘Mersal’.Atlee’s directorial, released in 2017, features Vijay in three distinct roles. The story combines action, emotion and humour while addressing issues connected to the healthcare system. The film also became popular for its grand visuals, chart-topping music and several memorable twists.From a pulse pounding trailer to the full fledged film, ‘Mersal’ is surely a blueprint on how commercial cinema should be. Atlee knows how to present Vijay on screen with his complete charisma and style. The same tactics were applied in SRK’s ‘Jawan,’ which received good reviews from the Hindi belt.
‘Sarkar’
Vijay reunited with A.R. Murugadoss for ‘Sarkar’, a political action drama centred on elections, governance and the power of ordinary citizens. The actor portrays a successful businessman who unexpectedly finds himself challenging an entire political system.While ‘Sarkar’ is often regarded as the weakest film in the A.R. Murugadoss–Vijay collaboration, it still delivers a relevant message about the importance of voting responsibly.
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