List | 2010 Tamil Movies

Cast: Vijay, Anushka Shetty, Salim Ghouse
Director: Babu Sivan

Vijay continued his dominance with Vettaikaaran, a film about a kind-hearted slum dweller who becomes a formidable don to protect his community. The film is best remembered for the chartbuster "Chinna Thamarai" and Vijay’s energetic performance. While critics were mixed, the film was a commercial success and a staple for Vijay fans. 2010 tamil movies list

Not every film in 2010 relied on star power. Several films on this 2010 Tamil movies list won National Awards and critical praise for their storytelling. Cast: Vijay, Anushka Shetty, Salim Ghouse Director: Babu

If you are looking for quality cinema that missed the mainstream spotlight: No retrospective of Tamil cinema is complete without

No retrospective of Tamil cinema is complete without the pillars of the industry. In 2010, both legends delivered films that, while different in tone, showcased their mastery over the craft.

Enthiran (Robot): Directed by Shankar, this wasn't just a movie; it was an event. As India's most expensive film at the time, Enthiran brought sci-fi to the forefront of Indian mainstream cinema. Rajinikanth's double role as the virtuous scientist Vaseegaran and the rogue robot Chitti was a masterclass in mass entertainment. The visual effects, A.R. Rahman’s soundtrack, and the sheer scale of the film set a new benchmark for Indian cinema. It remains one of the highest-grossing Tamil films of all time and a cult classic globally.

Manmadhan Ambu: On the other end of the spectrum was the Ulaganayagan, Kamal Haasan. Starring alongside Madhavan and Trisha, this romantic comedy (scripted by Kamal Haasan himself) was a light-hearted yet sophisticated take on love and suspicion. It offered a contrast to the high-octane action of Enthiran, proving that romantic comedies could still draw crowds when backed by stellar performances.