A blockbuster romantic drama that expanded his fan base into other southern states. The Action Transition (2000s): Establishing "Thalapathy"
Directed by Prabhu Deva, this film became one of the highest-grossing Tamil films of that year and cemented his "mass hero" status. The Blockbuster & Pan-India Era (2010s – 2024)
His debut as a lead actor, directed by his father S.A. Chandrasekhar.
Starting in the 2010s, Vijay’s films began breaking records consistently, with almost every release joining the "100 Crore Club." Vijay Movie List 1992-2024 - IMDb
A landmark film in his career, it became the first Tamil movie to gross over ₹500 million at the domestic box office.