Directed by A.R. Murugadoss, this vigilante action drama starred Vijayakanth as a statistics professor leading a secret network to eliminate corruption. The film was a raging box office hit, praised for its tight screenplay, powerful dialogues, and realistic approach to a social issue.
Perhaps the most talked-about film of the year, Baba was Superstar Rajinikanth’s passion project, blending political commentary with spiritualism. While it underperformed at the box office upon release—leading Rajinikanth to personally compensate distributors—its punchlines, the iconic hand gesture, and its unique themes have earned it a massive cult following in modern times. Panchatanthiram Director: K. S. Ravikumar 2002 tamil movies list
The year 2002 was a fascinating transitional period for Tamil cinema (Kollywood). It was a year where the industry balanced high-octane "masala" entertainers with experimental storytelling. We saw the rise of new filmmaking styles that would define the next decade, alongside the continued dominance of established superstars. Directed by A
The box office was dominated by established stars, though some high-earners were considered financial disappointments due to massive production costs. Leading Cast Worldwide Gross (Approx.) Ramanaa Vijayakanth, Simran ₹33 crore Rajinikanth, Manisha Koirala ₹30 crore Villain Ajith Kumar, Meena, Kiran ₹26.70 crore Vikram, Kiran Rathod ₹25.40 crore Vijay, Reema Sen ₹20.45 crore Perhaps the most talked-about film of the year,
Starring Vikram and Kiran, this film brought a high-energy urban gangster vibe to the big screen, with the chartbuster song "O Podu" becoming a nationwide phenomenon.
While commercial hits kept theaters full, 2002 also produced some of Tamil cinema's most artistically significant films. Kannathil Muthamittal