List Exclusive — 2001 Tamil Movies

: Directed by Bala, this gritty drama was a major turning point for Suriya, winning him several critical accolades.

: A family drama starring Mammootty, Murali, and Abbas, it was one of the highest-grossing films of the year. 2001 tamil movies list exclusive

: A critically acclaimed drama directed by Bala, starring Suriya as a youth trying to reconcile with his mother. : Directed by Bala, this gritty drama was

Based on worldwide gross collections, these were the highest-earning films of the year: Movie Title Lead Actor(s) Worldwide Gross (Approx.) Ajith Kumar, Laila ₹25 crore Vijay, Suriya ₹20–25 crore Aalavandhan Kamal Haasan ₹22 crore Ajith Kumar ₹19 crore Vijayakanth ₹17.50 crore ₹16.60 crore Vijayakanth ₹16.45 crore ₹16.20 crore Poovellam Un Vaasam Ajith Kumar ₹16.15 crore R. Madhavan ₹12.75 crore Major Releases by Timeline : : Released for Pongal; established Ajith Kumar as "Thala". Based on worldwide gross collections, these were the

: A romantic drama starring Vijay, known for its hit songs and a ₹16.20 crore collection.