Tamil Films List 2021 ((new)) Page

Kadaseela Biriyani , Rudra Thandavam , Naduvan .

11. Plan Panni Pannanum (May 21 – direct OTT)

, starring Vijay and Vijay Sethupathi, was released in January during Pongal with only 50% theater occupancy allowed. It became a massive success, grossing between ₹220–300 crore and single-handedly reviving the theatrical business. Later in the year, other theatrical heavyweights followed: tamil films list 2021

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The industry accolades largely mirrored the films that resonated most with audiences. The SIIMA (South Indian International Movie Awards) nominations for 2021 gave a clear picture of the year's best: Kadaseela Biriyani , Rudra Thandavam , Naduvan

Despite rigorous 50% theater occupancy caps across much of the year, major productions still commanded massive box office receipts.

July–September

The 2021 Tamil film calendar was a landmark year for Kollywood, marked by high-profile theatrical comebacks and a surge in direct-to-streaming (OTT) releases due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This year featured some of the industry's most significant commercial hits and critically acclaimed dramas, ranging from massive action blockbusters to socially conscious legal and sports dramas. Top Highest-Grossing Tamil Films of 2021

A political satire starring Yogi Babu, which was highly acclaimed for its witty screenplay upon release on Netflix. It became a massive success, grossing between ₹220–300