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Best finds of Tamil cinema in 2021

ETimes.in | Last updated on - Dec 30, 2021, 17:05 IST
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Best finds of Tamil cinema in 2021

Every year, new talents step into the industry and the film industry is no different. Though many movies were not released in theatres directly due to the pandemic, many artists have captured their place in people’s hearts and made an impression. Here is a list of people from Tamil film industry that flourished in Kollywood in 2021.

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​Anagha

Anagha, the lead actress of Santhanam’s ‘Dikkilona’ became unforgettable as she appeared in the remastered version of ‘Per Vechalum’ song which was originally performed by Kamal Haasan and Kushboo in the movie ‘Michael Madhana Kamarajan’. Following Anagha’s dance step, the netizens made it a sensational hit song and performed Instagram reels as well. Anagha caught the attention of the public with just her dance moves for this song.

National Film Award 2021: Winners from the South film industry

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Lijomol Jose

Lijomol Jose acted in the role of Sengani in the movie ‘Jai Bhim’. The movie portrayed police brutality against the Irular tribes in Tamil Nadu and the story was inspired from real life events. Lijomol Jose’s character in the movie as a tribal woman seeking justice for her husband was astonishing.

'Putham Pudhu Kaalai Vidiyaadhaa' trailer promises another interesting anthology

(Image: Twitter)

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Arun Matheswaran

Director Arun Matheswaran who debuted with the film ‘Rocky’ has already caught his place in the industry with his talent. He is now directing his next movie ‘Saani Kaayidham’ that features Selvaraghavan and Keerthy Suresh in the lead roles. It is now reported that after ‘Rocky’, the director has joined hands with Dhanush for his next project.

Valimai trailer to unveil today!

(Image: Facebook)

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​Dushara Vijayan

Dushara Vijayan made her debut in Tamil cinema with Pa Ranjith’s ‘Sarpatta Parambarai’. Acting in the role of Mariyamma, Dushara flawlessly played the role of Arya’s wife in the movie. She bought an extra embodiment for her character in the movie. She is now working on her next project with Pa Ranjith on ‘Natchathiram Nagargirathu’.

Writer director Franklin Jacob signs his next film

(Image: Instagram)

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​Madonne Ashwin

Madonne Ashwin debuted as a film director through the movie ‘Mandela’. It was a political satire that shows how electoral politics are conducted in the rural areas of Tamil Nadu. The film was well acclaimed as it showed the ideology of the director in his very first film. Madonne Ashwin for his next is teaming up with Sivakarthikeyan.

Dhanush to start shooting for 'Vaathi' next week

(Image: Twitter)

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​Shabeer Kallarakkal

This year, the most trending character of Tamil cinema is Dancing Rose. Shabeer Kallarakkal played the role of Dancing Rose in ‘Sarpatta Parambarai’. The actor had done minor roles in Tamil films, but his role in ‘Sarpatta Paramabarai’ came as a breakthrough in his career. Shabeer as a boxing champion in the movie played such a memorable character in a very playful manner that it will always be edged in the minds of people.

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