: Directed by Bala, this gritty drama was a major turning point for Suriya, earning him critical acclaim and commercial success.
: A record 10 Tamil films released on Diwali 2001, including Aalavandhan , Thavasi , Shahjahan , Nandha , and Kasi . Critical Hits & Cult Classics 2001 tamil movies list exclusive
: A family drama starring Ajith and Jyothika, which was a musical hit and grossed ₹16.15 crore. : Directed by Bala, this gritty drama was
: An action-heavy remake starring Vijay as a kickboxer, bringing in ₹16.60 crore. : An action-heavy remake starring Vijay as a
The year 2001 was a transformative era for Tamil cinema, witnessing the emergence of legendary monikers like "Thala" for Ajith Kumar and the rise of blockbuster debuts such as A.R. Murugadoss's Dheena . From intense psychological thrillers like Aalavandhan to the commercial success of Friends , this exclusive list highlights the top-grossing films and critical milestones of the year.
The following films dominated the box office, with several reaching the prestigious 100-day run mark in theaters.