Tamil cinema has produced many engaging gangster movies over the years. Here are seven must-watch Tamil gangster films:
1. Vada Chennai (2018)
Cast: Dhanush, Kishore, Samuthirakani
Where to Watch: Disney+ Hotstar, Amazon Prime Video
IMDb Rating:8.4/10
This film follows Anbu, a skilled carrom player who gets entangled in a gang war. Directed by Vetrimaaran, it’s known for its gripping action and complex characters.
2. Mahaan (2022)
Cast:Chiyaan Vikram, Dhruv Vikram
Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video
IMDb Rating:7.6/10
Directed by Karthik Subbaraj, this movie tells the story of a teacher who becomes a liquor baron and faces revenge from his extremist son.
3. Billa (2007)
Cast: Ajith Kumar, Nayanthara
Where to Watch: Disney+ Hotstar
IMDb Rating:7.3/10
Ajith Kumar stars in a dual role as a feared don and his lookalike, who must impersonate the don to help the police.
4. Jigarthanda DoubleX (2023)
Cast: Raghava Lawrence, S. J. Suryah
Where to Watch: Netflix
IMDb Rating:8/10
This film is a prequel to the 2014 hit “Jigarthanda” and features an aspiring filmmaker’s attempt to capture a gangster’s life
5. Aaranya Kaandam (2010)
Cast: Jackie Shroff, Ravi Krishna
Where to Watch: Disney+ Hotstar
IMDb Rating:8.5/10
Thiagarajan Kumara Raja’s debut film showcases a gangster’s chaotic life and his struggle with his nemesis
6. Kabali (2016)
Cast:Rajinikanth, Radhika Apte
Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video
IMDb Rating:6.1/10
Directed by Pa Ranjith, this movie features Rajinikanth as an aging gangster seeking revenge after years in prison.
7. Vikram Vedha (2017)
Cast: R Madhavan, Vijay Sethupathi
Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar
IMDb Rating:8.2/10
This neo-noir film explores moral ambiguity as a cop hunts a gangster who tells three stories that challenge his views on right and wrong.
