Box office collection of Kollywood Tamil movies Till 2023

Tamil Movies: A Journey Through the Years | Tamil cinema, also known as Kollywood, has a rich and vibrant history dating back to the early 20th century. Over the years, Tamil films have captivated audiences worldwide with their unique blend of storytelling, music, and dance.
A curated list of notable Tamil films is presented below. Additional films will be added in the future. With the anticipation of several promising Tamil releases in 2024, the Kollywood film industry is poised to achieve a box office collection of over 1000 crores.

2000 Box office in Crores
1.Kushi 20 Crores
2.Thenali 15.2 Crores
3.Alaipayuthee 11.23 Crores
4.Vanathapole 4.83 Crores
5.Kandukonden Kandukonden 7.55 Crores
2001
1.Dheena 12.65 Crores
2.Friends 8.21 Crores
3.Citizen 9.23 Crores
4.Poovelam un vaasam 5.77 Crores
5.Vaanjinathan 4.41 Crores
2002
1.Gemini 21.90 Crores
2.Baba 30 Crores
3.Ramana 25 Crores
4.Villain 27 Crores
5.Youth 15 Crores
2003
1.Saamy 29 Crores
2.Kaakha Kaakha 30 Crores
3.Thirumalai 33 Crores
4.Pithamagan 27 Crores
5.Dhool 35 Crores
2004
1.Ghilli 45 Crores
2.Virumaandi 56 Crores
3.Vasool Raja 35 Crores
4.Son of mahalakshmi 24.2 Crores
5.Madhurey 13 Crores
2005
1.Chandramukhi 52 Crores
2.Anniyan 43 Crores
3.Ghajini 38 Crores
4.Thirupaachi 45 Crores
5.Arindum Ariyamalum 12 Crores
2006
1.Varalaaru 54.34 Crores
2.Vetaiyaadu Vilayadu 45 Crores
3.Thimiru 12 Crores
4.Thirupathi 35 Crores
5.Veyil 8 Crores
2007
1.Sivaji 110 Crores
2.Billa 87 Crores
3.Pokkiri 84 Crores
4.Paruthiveeran 56 Crores
5.Vel 60 Crores
2008
1.Dasavatharam 104 Crores
2.Varanam Aayiram 76 Crores
3.Yaaradi nee mohini 55 Crores
4.Kuruvi 30 Crores
5.Subramaniyapuram 55 Crores
2009
1.Ayan 102 Crores
2.Aadhavan 76 Crores
3.Unnai Pol Oruvan 80 Crores
4.Kanthasamy 70 Crores
5.Vetaikaran 50 Crores
2010
1.Enthiran 200 Crores
2.Singam 150 Crores
3.Paiyaa 130 Crores
4.Boss Engira Bhaskaran 80 Crores
5.Vinaithandi Varuvaya 90 Crores
2011
1.7Aum Arivu 103 Crores
2.Mankatha 130 Crores
3.Velayutham 90 Crores
4.Siruthai 70 Crores
5.Aadukalam 70 Crores
2012
1.Thuppaki 132 Crores
2.Nanban 102 Crores
3.Mattraan 67 Crores
4.Billa-2 101 Crores
5.Saguni 69 Crores
2013
1.Vishwaroopam 210 Crores
2.Singam-2 150 Crores
3.Aarambam 155 Crores
4.Thalaiva 110 Crores
5.Raja Raani 100 Crores
2014
1.Lingaa 187 Crores
2.Kaththi 179 Crores
3.Kochadaiyaan 150 Crores
4.Anjaan 101 Crores
5.Jilla 105 Crores
6. Veeram 126 Crores
2015
1.I 210 Crores
2.Vedalam 175 Crores
3.Kanchana-2 120 Crores
4.Puli 102.2 Crores
5.Mass 86 Crores
2016
1.Kabali 250 Crores
2.Theri 200 Crores
3.24 165 Crores
4.Irumugan 100 Crores
5.Remo 106 Crores
2017
1.Mersal 210 Crores
2.Vivegam 150 Crores
3.Singam-3 145 Crores
4.Bairavaa 100 Crores
5.Velaikaran 70 Crores
2018
1.2.0 654 Crores
2.Sarkar 175 Crores
3.Kaala 210 Crores
4.Thaana Serntha Kootam 100 Crores
5.Chekka Chivantha Vaanam 80 Crores
2019
1.Bigil 250+ Crores
2.Petta 200+ Crores
3.Viswasam 185+ Crores
4.Kanchana-3 160+ Crores
5.Nerkonda Parvai 150+ Crores
2020
1.Darbar 220 Crores
2. Soorarai Pottru 195 Crores
3.Pattas 110 Crores
4.Psycho 95 Crores
2021
1.Master 220 Crores
2.Annathae 202 Crores
3.Maanadu 155 Crores
4.Doctor 103 Crores
5.Karnan 100 Crores
2022
1.Ponniyin Selvan 1 275 Crores
2. Vikram 235 Crores
3. Beast 180 Crores
4. Valimai 175 Crores
5. Thiruchitrambalam 110 Crores
6. Love today 120 Crores
2023
Jailer 575 Crores
Leo 430 Crores
Mark antony 150 Crores
PS2 350 Crores
Thunivu 210 Crores
Varisu 200 Crores

 

The early years of Tamil cinema were marked by mythological and historical dramas. However, the 1960s and 1970s saw a rise in social realism, with films that explored social issues and the lives of ordinary people.

In the 1980s and 1990s, Tamil cinema experienced a commercial boom, with a number of films becoming blockbusters. This was due in part to the rise of superstar actors like Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan, who attracted large audiences with their charismatic performances.

Tamil Movies: 2000s

The 2000s saw a continuation of the commercial success of Tamil cinema, with a number of films breaking records at the box office. This was due in part to the rise of new directors like Gautham Vasudev Menon and Murugadoss, who brought a fresh perspective to Tamil filmmaking.

These films were praised for their innovative storytelling, catchy music, and stunning visuals. They also helped to popularize Tamil cinema worldwide.

Tamil Movies: 2010s

In the 2010s, Tamil cinema continued to evolve and explore new genres. There was a rise in psychological thrillers, horror films, and science fiction films.

Tamil cinema also continued to produce blockbuster films, with several films grossing over ₹100 crore (US$13 million) at the box office.

These films were praised for their groundbreaking visual effects, innovative storytelling, and powerful social messages. They also helped to cement Tamil cinema’s reputation as one of the most vibrant and exciting film industries in the world.

Tamil Movies: Today

Today, Tamil cinema is a thriving industry that continues to produce popular and critically acclaimed films. The industry has embraced new technologies, such as digital filmmaking and virtual reality, to create even more immersive and engaging experiences for audiences.

Conclusion

Tamil cinema has a rich and diverse history, and it continues to evolve and push the boundaries of filmmaking. With its talented actors, directors, and filmmakers, Tamil cinema is sure to continue to entertain and enthrall audiences for many years to come.