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Arun Kumar (born 21 September 1986), popularly known as Atlee, is an Indian film director, screenwriter, and film producer majorly known for his work in Tamil cinema. He started his film career as an assistant to director Shankar on Enthiran (2010) and Nanban (2012). Atlee made his directorial debut with the romantic drama Raja Rani (2013), which was a major critical and commercial success. He followed it with a string of collaborations with actor Vijay on Theri (2016), Mersal (2017), and Bigil (2019), all of which saw massive commercial success. Atlee marked his foray into Hindi cinema with Jawan (2023). In 2017, Atlee and his wife, Priya, started their own production house, A for Apple Productions.
Atlee Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Atlee reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 5 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Atlee's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 40% of Atlee's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Nanban, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Atlee Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Atlee's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Atlee has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairy Tale | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Jawan | Appearance in Song "Zinda Banda" (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Bigil | Special Appearance in "Singappenney" Song | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Nanban | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | Jana Nayagan | TV Reporter(Special Appearance) | Flop | Similar → |
Atlee - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Atlee?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Atlee is "Nanban" with a rating of 7.1/10.
How many movies has Atlee acted in?
Atlee has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Atlee?
Other notable films include "Jawan", "Bigil", and "Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairy Tale".