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After a major career resurgence with Maanaadu , Simbu has lined up high-profile collaborations with legendary directors like Mani Ratnam and Vetri Maaran.

His landmark 50th film, which he will also produce. Directed by Desingh Periyasamy, it is expected to be a high-budget period film. simbu movie list

This period represents Simbu at his most commercially powerful. (2006, released widely in 2007) was a semi-autobiographical take on college politics and romance, known for its chartbuster music. However, the crown jewel of this era is Silambattam (2008) (later retitled Vilaiyaadu ), where he played a village youth with anger management issues. Yet, it was Vaanam (2011) that proved his acting range. A remake of the Hindi hit Kaminey , Simbu played Cable Raja, a street-smart, stammering call-center employee. For the first time, critics unanimously praised his performance over his style, proving he could act beyond swagger. After a major career resurgence with Maanaadu ,

Simbu has received several awards and nominations for his performances, including: This period represents Simbu at his most commercially

: Acted in 19 films as a child under the direction of his father, T. Rajendar, in movies like Thai Thangai Paasam and Samsara Sangeetham .

, is a prominent Indian actor, filmmaker, and playback singer primarily active in Tamil cinema. As of 2026, he has completed over 40 years in the industry, having started as a child artist in his father T. Rajendar's films before debuting as a lead actor in 2002. His filmography is characterized by high-octane action roles, romantic dramas, and more recently, acclaimed experimental thrillers. According to records on Wikipedia , he has starred in nearly 50 films as a lead. Early Career & Breakthrough (2002–2009) Simbu's early career focused on commercial entertainers that established his "Little Superstar" image. Kadhal Azhivathillai (2002): His debut as a lead hero, directed by his father. Kovil (2003): A rural romantic drama that showed his versatility beyond urban roles. Manmadhan (2004): A major turning point where he played a dual role and contributed to the story and screenplay; it became a massive commercial success. Vallavan (2006): His directorial debut, featuring a high-profile cast including Nayanthara and Reema Sen. Silambattam (2008): A commercial hit where he played a dual role, further cementing his mass appeal. Show more Critical Acclaim & Experimental Phase (2010–2020) This era saw Simbu collaborating with top directors and delivering some of his most iconic performances. 10 sites Silambarasan TR: Movies, TV, and Bio - Prime Video Silambarasan entered the film industry from a young age and acted in many of his father's films until 2002, when he acted in Kadha... www.primevideo.com Silambarasan filmography - Wikipedia Thillai Raja ("Cable" Raja) Osthe. Osthe Velan. 2012. Podaa Podi. Arjun. 2013. Kanna Laddu Thinna Aasaiya. Himself. Cameo appearan... Wikipedia Silambarasan - Wikipedia In 2004, he starred in Manmadhan which was a huge success and became a turning point in his acting career. He went on to star in s... Wikipedia Show all Vinnaithaandi Varuvaayaa (2010): Directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon, this cult classic romance is considered one of his best works. Vaanam (2011): An ensemble drama where he played "Cable" Raja, earning praise for his grounded performance. Achcham Yenbadhu Madamaiyada (2016): Another successful collaboration with Gautham Menon, featuring a hit soundtrack by A.R. Rahman. Chekka Chivantha Vaanam (2018): Directed by Mani Ratnam, Simbu starred in this multi-starrer crime drama as Ethiraj. Show more Recent Successes & Future Projects (2021–Present) Simbu experienced a major career resurgence with back-to-back hits after a period of professional hurdles. Maanaadu (2021): A high-concept time-loop thriller directed by Venkat Prabhu that became a blockbuster and earned him several awards . Vendhu Thanindhathu Kaadu (2022): A gritty gangster drama that showcased a significant physical transformation for the actor. Pathu Thala (2023): An action-packed remake of the Kannada film

A highly anticipated gangster thriller directed by Mani Ratnam, where Simbu plays a pivotal role alongside Kamal Haasan. It is scheduled for release on June 5, 2025 .