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HBD AR Murugadoss: Five brilliant films of the talented director

ETimes.in | Last updated on - Sep 25, 2022, 08:00 IST
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​HBD AR Murugadoss: Five brilliant films of the talented director

AR Murugadoss is one of the finest filmmakers in Tamil who has delivered several entertaining films. The 'Thuppakki' director celebrates his 48th birthday today, and social media is flooded with lovely wishes for the beloved director. AR Murugadoss has been away from the limelight for the past few years and his previous outing was the Rajinikanth starrer political thriller 'Sarkar' which was released in the year 2018. Although the director is yet to announce his next after 'Sarkar', it's not easy for a movie buff to forget the long list of brilliant movies he has gifted to the Tamil film industry. Here let's take a look at some of the finest works of AR Murugadoss.

'Vendhu Thanindhathu Kaadu' team arranges a special show for the visually challenged

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'Dheena'

AR Murugadoss made his directorial debut with the Ajith starrer 'Dheena' and he presented the lead actor in a never seen before avatar to impress fans. Ajith played a rustic gangster in 'Dheena' and it was the film that derived the title 'Thala' for Ajith. 'Dheena' received good reviews and it made the debutant director gain the needed attention.

Gautham Menon reveals the story of 'Nadhigalilae Neeradum Suriyan' for the first time- Exclusive!

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'Ramana'

AR Murugadoss joined hands with Vijayakanth for 'Ramana' and the mega-hit film addressed medical crimes. Vijayakanth's powerful role turned out to be an entertaining one and the film is packed with action and sentiments. 'Ramana' can be revisited n times, and the blockbuster success of the film made leading actors step in towards the director.

Ajith sports a stylish airport look as he jets off to Bangkok for 'Thunivu'

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'Ghajini'

AR Murugadoss joined hands with Suriya for the first time for 'Ghajini' and the film is about a short time memory loss businessman with an unexpected past. Suriya stunned fans with his impressive role, while AR Murugadoss's screenplay made the film a seat of the edge thriller. The director then remade the film in Hindi with Aamir Khan reprising Suriya in the lead role.

Jayam Ravi and Jayaram visit Sabarimala Ayyappa temple ahead of the 'Ponniyin Selvan' release

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'Thuppakki'

Vijay and AR Murugadoss collaborated for the first time for 'Thuppakki' and the action thriller turned out as the actor's biggest hit. Vijay played the role of an army man, who performs a secret operation during his off days. The action drama had several super scenes to fascinate fans, and Vijay performed his best to develop his territory.

Vijay Sethupathi donates Rs 1 lakh for Bonda Mani's medical treatment; Vadivelu assures to help too

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'Kaththi'

AR Murugadoss's 'Kaththi' had Vijay in a dual role and the film is about farmers fighting for water. Vijay and AR Murugadoss addressed a social issue boldly through the film, and the powerful dialogues questioning the government gained attention. Anirudh Ravichander scored the music and his music to the fight scenes elevated them well.

Ajith's 'Thunivu' to release on Pongal 2023; RK Suresh's latest tweet stirs up controversy

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