Vikram is known for playing versatile roles, and the talented actor has risen to the top position through immense hard work. After establishing himself well in Bala’s ‘Setu’, Vikram prepares to take up challenging roles and do some extraordinary films. The skilled actor is celebrating his 57th birthday today and wishes are pouring in for Vikram on social media. Fans did not miss trending the hashtag of their star and the hashtag #HBDChiyaan is trending on top on Twitter. So on her special day, here we compile a list of promising performances by the star that will surely win your appreciation.
Here are some of Vikram’s best movies
Aparichit
Vikram showcased his versatility in playing a man with multiple personality disorders in ‘Aparichit’. His ability to switch characters in the middle of an investigation is impeccable, and this explains his acting abilities. Vikram donned two different looks and shapes for this film.
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Sethu, directed by Bala, provided Vikram with a much-needed break in his career. The film’s innovative concept, which portrays the love story of Sethu (Vikram), a college bully, and Abhinay, left the movie goers in a tizzy. The film’s climax, featuring Vikram, is the highlight of the film, with a poignant background score by music maestro Ilaiyaraaja. Sethu received the National Award for Best Tamil Film, while Vikram received the nickname ‘Chiyaan’.
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Kaashi, a remake of the Malayalam film Vasanthiyam Lakshmiyum Pinne Njanam, starring Kalabhavan Mani, received critical acclaim for its unusual premise. Several reviews praised Vikram’s performance as the titular blind singer Kashi.
Deva Thirumagal
AL Vijay’s Deeva Thirumagal, a Tamil remake of I Am Sam, starred Vikram as an intellectually challenged father whose relationship with his daughter is explored. The film elicited a reserved, nuanced performance from Vikram, and it reminded many of us that even he can pull off an understated performance when necessary.
Ponniyin Selvan
The film is based on the 1955 novel Ponniyin Selvan by late writer and activist Kalki Krishnamurthy. It is an epic period action film about Arulmozhi Varman, who later becomes the famous Chola emperor Rajaraja Chola, and digs into the politics and wealth of the dynasty. Ponniyin Selvan: 1 was released on September 30, 2022 in Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam.
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