: Starring Rajinikanth, this was the highest-grossing film of the year, earning approximately ₹152 crore.
2014 was a landmark year for Tamil cinema, witnessing a record-breaking 218 film releases—the first time in Kollywood history the count exceeded 200. It was a year defined by high-stakes superstar clashes and the rise of experimental, small-budget "new wave" cinema. Major Blockbusters and Box Office Leaders
: Dhanush's 25th film became a cultural phenomenon, especially among engineering students, and was a major box-office winner. Critically Acclaimed and "New Wave" Films