The list includes names like Rajinikanth and Thalapathy Vijay.
We are living in an era where the Indian film industry, as a whole, is churning out some of the biggest hits on the continent. Speaking specifically about the Tamil film industry, it has produced stars like Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan, Vijay, and many more. Their films, in recent times, can amass over Rs 100 crores in a matter of days. However, there was a time when they achieved blockbuster status with collections of Rs 50 crore at the box office. Here is a list of films featuring the biggest Tamil stars that entered the Rs 50 crore club, marking a milestone in their careers.
Padayappa:
Starring Rajinikanth and Sivaji Ganesan, Padayappa was released in 1999 and became a super hit. According to reports, it was Rajinikanth’s first film to surpass the Rs 50 crore mark at the box office, making it the biggest release of the year. Directed by K S Ravikumar, the film garnered immense success.
Indian:
The 1996 release starring Kamal Haasan became a blockbuster hit upon its release. The film reportedly earned Rs 55 crore at the box office, becoming the highest-grossing Tamil film of its time. Directed by S Shankar, Indian also featured Manisha Koirala and Urmila Matondkar.
Billa:
Featuring Ajith Kumar in the lead role, Billa became one of the biggest films of his career upon its release in 2007. It marked the first time one of Ajith’s films crossed the Rs 50 crore mark at the box office. Directed by Vishnuvardhan, the film also starred Nayanthara and Namitha.
Velayudham:
Released in 2011, starring Vijay, Velayudham was directed by Mohan Raja. Reports suggest that it grossed around Rs 60 crore at the box office, marking a significant milestone for Vijay. The film also featured Hansika and Genelia D’Souza.
Anniyan:
Featuring Vikram in the lead role, Anniyan hit theatres in 2005. Directed by S Shankar, the film reportedly grossed over Rs 60 crore at the box office. Vikram was joined by Sadha in the film.
These films not only showcased the immense talent of the actors but also solidified their positions as leading stars in the Tamil film industry.
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