Karthi
ActingAbout Karthi
Karthi is an Indian film actor who predominantly works in Tamil cinema. He began his career in cinema as an assistant director to Mani Ratnam on the film Aayutha Ezhuthu (2004). Karthi made his acting debut with Paruthiveeran (2007), becoming an overnight sensation. He then went on to star in commercially successful films including Paiyaa (2010), Naan Mahaan Alla (2010), Siruthai (2011), Madras (2014), Thozha (2016), Theeran Adhigaaram Ondru (2017), Kadaikutty Singam (2018), Kaithi (2019), Thambi (2019), Ponniyin Selvan: I (2022), Sardar (2022), and Ponniyin Selvan: II (2023), establishing himself as a successful leading actor of Tamil cinema. Karthi has won three Filmfare Awards, an Edison Award, two SIIMA Awards, and a Tamil Nadu State Film Award.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Karthi reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 41 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Action
The majority of Karthi's filmography leans towards the Action genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 41% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Karthi remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Meiyazhagan, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Karthi Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Karthi's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Karthi.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Vaa Vaathiyaar | Rameshwaran | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | 3BHK | Narrator (Tamil) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | HIT: The Third Case | ACP Veerappan (Special Appearance) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | Kanguva | Rathaangasan / Commander Ryan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Meiyazhagan | Meiyazhagan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Japan | Japan Muni | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Mark Antony | Narrator (Voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Ponniyin Selvan: Part II | Vanthiyathevan | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Sardar | Chandrabose "Sardar"/Vijay Prakash | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Ponniyin Selvan: Part I | Vanthiyathevan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Viruman | Viruman | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Vikram | Dilli (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Sulthan | Vikram Alias Sulthan | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Thambi | Vicky (Saravanan) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Kaithi | Dilli | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Dev | Dev Ramalingam | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Kadaikutty Singam | Gunasingam | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Theeran Adhigaaram Ondru | Theeran Thirumaran | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Kaatru Veliyidai | Varun | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Kaashmora | Kaashmora / Raj Nayak | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Oopiri | Seenu | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Komban | Kombaiah Pandian | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Madras | Kaali | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Biriyani | Sugan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | All in All Azhagu Raja | Azhagu Raja | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Alex Pandian | Alex Pandian | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Maattrraan | Vimalan / Akhilan (Voice , Telugu version) | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Saguni | Kamalakannan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Ko | Cameo Appearance in "Aga Aga" Song | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Siruthai | Ratnavel Pandian IPS / Rocket Raja | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Naan Mahaan Alla | Jeeva Pragasam | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Paiyaa | Siva | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Aayirathil Oruvan | Muthu | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Paruthiveeran | Paruthiveeran | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Aayitha Ezhuthu | Michael's Friend (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | Kaithi 2 | Dilli | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Sardar 2 | Agent Sardar Chandra Bose / Inspector Vijay Prakash | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Marshal | - | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | HIT: The Fourth Case | ACP Veerappan | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Vikram 2 | Dilli | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Production no 41 | - | Flop | Similar → |
Karthi - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Karthi?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Karthi is "Meiyazhagan" with a rating of 7.9/10.
How many movies has Karthi acted in?
Karthi has been featured in at least 41 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Karthi?
Other notable films include "Madras", "Theeran Adhigaaram Ondru", and "Vikram".