Released on April 3, 2009, this action-thriller directed by K.V. Anand and starring Suriya, Tamannaah, and Prabhu was the undisputed solo blockbuster of the year. It was a massive commercial success, collecting around ₹80 crore worldwide (approximately ₹201 crore or US$21 million in 2023 value) and was a major hit in Kerala as well.
The second half of the year started with Ajith Kumar’s Aegan , though it underperformed. 2009 tamil movies list
A supernatural thriller starring Madhavan, which stood out for its unique storyline. Released on April 3, 2009, this action-thriller directed
While not every film on this list was a hit, the year successfully balanced star vehicles with content-driven cinema, laying the groundwork for the experimental and high-budget films that would dominate the 2010s. The second half of the year started with
April saw the release of major summer entertainers, including the long-delayed Thoranai .
: A refreshing romantic comedy that redefined the "fun" love story for a new generation. Complete 2009 Tamil Movie List (Notable Releases)
The following films led the box office in terms of worldwide gross: : ₹82 crore Aadhavan : ₹59 crore Unnaipol Oruvan : ₹52–54 crore Vettaikaaran : ₹48 crore Kanthaswamy : Estimated ₹57.50 crore Naadodigal : ₹35 crore Critically Acclaimed & Award Winners