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Enjoyed Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan Prevue? Watch these four popular Tamil films of Atlee

Atlee is known for his ability to create engaging storylines that keep the audience hooked. Here are four of his popular films

Enjoyed Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan Prevue? Watch these four popular Tamil films of Atlee
Stills from Raja Rani, Theri, Bigil and Mersal

Last Updated: 06.50 PM, Jul 11, 2023

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Whether it's a romantic drama like Raja Rani or an action-packed entertainer like Theri, Atlee's films have well-crafted narratives that offer a blend of emotions, action, and entertainment. Films like Mersal and Bigil incorporate social commentary, shedding light on important societal concerns. Atlee infuses these messages seamlessly into the narrative, making his films both entertaining and thought-provoking. Their popularity among Tamil cinema fans is a testament to their quality and entertainment value. Here are four of his popular films.

Raja Rani (2013)

A still from Raja Rani
A still from Raja Rani

Raja Rani is a romantic drama that tells the story of two individuals, John (played by Arya) and Regina (played by Nayanthara), who are forced into an arranged marriage. Both of them carry emotional baggage from their past relationships, which affects their married life. The film explores their journey of overcoming their past and finding love and companionship in each other. Raja Rani received praise for its well-written screenplay, strong performances, and emotional depth.

Theri (2016)

A still from Theri
A still from Theri

Theri is an action-packed entertainer that revolves around the life of Joseph Kuruvilla (played by Vijay), who lives a quiet life as a baker with his daughter. However, his past as a police officer catches up with him when he confronts a dangerous gangster. The film showcases Joseph's transformation from a mild-mannered father to a fierce protector seeking justice. Theri received positive reviews for its engaging screenplay, Vijay's performance, and high-octane action sequences.

Mersal (2017)

A picture from the set of Mersal
A picture from the set of Mersal

 Mersal is a commercial entertainer that follows the story of a magician and a doctor, both played by Vijay. The film addresses various social issues like corruption in the healthcare system and the exploitation of the common man. It weaves together elements of action, drama, and fantasy, with Vijay in a triple role. Mersal received critical acclaim for its thought-provoking narrative, Vijay's powerful performance, and impactful dialogues.

Bigil (2019)

A poster of Bigil
A poster of Bigil

Bigil is a sports drama that revolves around the life of Michael Rayappan (played by Vijay), a former footballer turned coach. He aspires to fulfill his late father's dream of creating a women's football team and leading them to victory. The film highlights the struggles faced by women in pursuing their dreams and addresses societal issues like gender discrimination and women empowerment. Bigil received praise for its engaging screenplay, emotional depth, strong performances, and foot-tapping music.

All four films have their unique storylines, strong performances, and a blend of entertainment and social relevance, making them popular among Tamil cinema audiences.

About the author: Chandragupta is part human brain, part generative AI. The former provides intellect while the latter does the heavy lifting of an artificial neural network. The name, if you haven’t already worked it out, is a backronym of ChatGPT.

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