– Directed by Prabhu Deva, this action thriller became a cultural phenomenon, reinforcing his status as the "King of Swag". Azhagiya Tamil Magan (2007) – His first dual role. Kuruvi (2008) Villu (2009) Vettaikaaran (2009) – A massive success for his fanbase. Sura (2010) 4. The Blockbuster & Pan-India Decade (2011–2020)
His 50th film, originally rumored to be titled Urimaikural , was released as (2010) . Action Hero Peaks: Films like Velayudham
– Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj; a record-shattering action blockbuster that integrated him into the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU). vijay tamil movie list
– Co-starred action legend Vijayakanth.
– A critically acclaimed romantic drama that marked a successful return to subtle acting. – Directed by Prabhu Deva, this action thriller
From Mersal onward, Vijay became a phenomenon. His films now gross over ₹250 crores regularly. He adopted social messages (anti-corruption, medical scams, agriculture) into commercial templates.
– Directed by Fazil, this musical blockbuster won Vijay the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Actor. Sura (2010) 4
– A unique take on pre-nuptial agreements and traditional family values; a major box office success.
– Pure spectacle. This film perfectly captures his mass appeal, blending stage magic, a roaring revenge plot, and a sharp critique of the healthcare system.