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.
Karthi Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Karthi reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 41 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Karthi's work falls within the Action genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 39% of Karthi'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 Meiyazhagan, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Karthi Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Karthi's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Karthi has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | #production no: 42 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2026 | Vaa Vaathiyaar | Rameshwaran "Ramu" | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | 3BHK | House - Tamil (voice) | 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 | Flop | 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 | Average | 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 | Dilli | 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 → |
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 8.0/10.
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".