The biggest hit of the year, starring Rajinikanth and directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. The film grossed approximately ₹518 crore worldwide. Despite mixed critical reviews, it resonated with fans as a "mass entertainer," featuring an ensemble cast including Nagarjuna Akkineni and a special appearance by Aamir Khan.
: A 1950s-set mystery starring that earned high praise from audiences despite modest commercial returns. Notable 2025 Releases BEST TAMIL MOVIES OF 2025 - IMDb
: Starring , this film was noted as the most profitable Tamil film of the year, yielding a 289% profit .
: This action-comedy starring earned approximately ₹246.8 crore globally.
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