In 2023, the Tamil film industry experienced a remarkable surge with the release of over 300 films, showcasing the diversity and richness of the industry. This year, the audience was treated to an array of cinematic experiences, from gripping dramas to exhilarating action films and heartwarming romantic tales. Several of these films achieved unprecedented success at the box office, setting new records and redefining the commercial potential of Tamil cinema.
As the year draws to a close, it’s an opportune time to reflect on the top 10 grossing Tamil films of 2023, each of which made a significant impact on the industry and captured the hearts of audiences across the globe. These films not only shattered box office records but also left an indelible mark on the cultural landscape, solidifying the position of Tamil cinema on the global stage.
10. Jigarthanda Double X
World Wide Gross 64.5 Crores
Karthik Subbaraj wrote and directed Jigarthanda DoubleX, which is distributed by Stone Bench Films, Five Star Creations, and Invenio Origin. He also co-produced the film with Kaarthekeyen Santhanam, S. Kathiresan, and Alankar Pandian. Raghava Lawrence, S. J. Suryah, and Nimisha Sajayan are in the film, which is a precursor and spiritual sequel to Jigarthanda (2014). It is a 1970s setting that centers on a young police officer posing as a filmmaker in an attempt to assassinate a mob figure.
9. Maamannan
World Wide Gross 73.5 Crores
Mari Selvaraj is the writer and director of the political drama Maamannan, while Red Giant Pictures’ Udhayanidhi Stalin is the producer. Vadivelu, Keerthy Suresh, Fahadh Faasil, and Udhayanidhi—in his farewell role—are among the film’s cast members. An astute political scion seeking retribution draws a seasoned politician and his son into a bloody power battle.
8. Maaveeran
World Wide Gross 89 Crores
Madonne Ashwin is the director and Arun Viswa is the producer of the superhero movie Maaveeran. Sivakarthikeyan and Aditi Shankar are the film’s main stars; Saritha, Mysskin, Monisha Blessy, Yogi Babu, and Sunil have supporting parts. Following an incident, a shy cartoonist starts to hear the voice of a fictional character he invented. He faces up against several malevolent guys, led by this voice.
