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Rajinikanth to Dhanush, Tamil actors who ruled hearts in 2021

ETimes.in | Last updated on - Dec 19, 2021, 20:00 IST
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​Rajinikanth to Dhanush, Tamil actors who ruled hearts in 2021

Tamil cinema has numerous heroes, and there are also several newcomers stepping in every year. But grabbing audiences' hearts is not a cakewalk. Newbie or a star, they have to do their best on and off the screen, to win the hearts of movie buffs. As 2021 is about to wrap, let’s take a look at the Tamil actors who managed to awe the cinephiles and fans alike this year.

Suriya locks a script with Adangamaru director Karthik Thangavelu

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Vijay - 'Master'

Vijay stuck to the decision of releasing 'Master' in theaters, and his team had waited for nine months for it. 'Master' was released for 2021 Pongal, and the film attracted fans. Vijay appeared in a new avatar as a professor and delivered an impressive performance to become one of the favorite heroes of this year.

When Sai Dhanshika surprised Rajinikanth with her look

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Dhanush - 'Karnan'

Dhanush teamed up with Mari Selvaraj for 'Karnan', and he played a strong role as an individual who fights for the rights of his people. He fights for the welfare of his village in the film, and he grabbed the love of fans. The dynamic actor has delivered a brilliant performance to place himself among one of the winning heroes of this year.

Exclusive! Senthil Ganesh reacts to buzz about him singing for Vijays 'Thalapathy 66'

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Sivakarthikeyan - 'Doctor'

Sivakarthikeyan, who has been more active and humorous in his films, played an interesting role as a doctor in Nelson Dilipkumar's directorial 'Doctor'. His composed reaction seemed different from his other films, and the film received a great response from everyone. Sivakarthikeyan's only release of this year won huge praise for him to be on the top list.

Makers of 'Ponniyin Selvan' to host the audio launch outside India

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Rajinikanth - 'Annaatthe'

Rajinikanth, who has been the favorite hero for decades, had a release this year, and 'Annaatthe' was released as a Diwali special. Rajinikanth was seen in a rural avatar in the film, and the lovable performance of the superstar received appreciation despite the mixed reviews. Superstar Rajinikanth turned into 'Annaatthe' of many with the brother-sister sentiment drama, which was directed by Siruthai Siva.

Udhayanidhi Stalin begins dubbing for 'Neenjukku Needhi'

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Silambarasan - 'Maanaadu'

Silambarasan started off the year with a mediocre film 'Eeswaran' and impressed fans with his physical transformation. But the actor again came up with a bang with the time loop drama 'Maanaadu' and delivered a blockbuster hit. And so, he is certainly on the list of actors who ruled 2021.

Dhanush's film with Arun Matheswaran will be a gangster drama

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