Sivakarthikeyan
ActingAbout Sivakarthikeyan
Sivakarthikeyan is an Indian actor who works primarily in Tamil cinema. He began his career as a television host and stand up comedian before transitioning to films with Marina (2012). His breakthrough came with Ethir Neechal (2013) and Varuthapadatha Valibar Sangam (2013), which established him as a leading figure in Tamil comedy and family entertainers. Over the years, he has taken on more diverse roles in films such as Remo (2016), Velaikkaran (2017), Doctor (2021), Maaveeran (2023) and Amaran (2024). In addition to acting, he produces films under his banner Sivakarthikeyan Productions, supporting emerging talents in the industry.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Sivakarthikeyan reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 34 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Action
The majority of Sivakarthikeyan'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 18% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Sivakarthikeyan remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Kanaa, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Sivakarthikeyan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Sivakarthikeyan's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Sivakarthikeyan.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Parasakthi | Chezhiyan | Average | Similar → |
| 2025 | Madharaasi | Raghu Ram | Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | Amaran | Major Mukund Varadarajan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | The Greatest of All Time | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Ayalaan | Tamizh | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Maaveeran | Sathya / Maaveeran | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Prince | Anbu | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Don | Don/Chakaravarthi | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Doctor | Dr. Varun | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Hero | Sakthivel "Sakthi" | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Namma Veettu Pillai | Arumponn | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Kousalya Krishnamurthy | Cameo | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Mr. Local | Manohar | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Kanaa | Nelson Dhilipkumar | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Seemaraja | Seema Raja / Kadambavel Raja | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Velaikkaran | Arivu | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Remo | 'Siva' Sivakarthikeyan / Regina 'Remo' Motwani | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | RajiniMurugan | Rajini Murugan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Vajrakaya | Cameo | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Kaaki Sattai | Mathimaran | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Vennila Veedu | Special Appearance | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Maan Karate | 'Maan Karate' Peter | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Varuthapadatha Valibar Sangam | Bosepandi | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Ethir Neechal | Kunjithapatham/Harish | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Kedi Billa Killadi Ranga | Pattai Murugan | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Manam Kothi Paravai | Kannan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | 3 | Kumaran | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Marina | Senthilnathan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Jeeva Murali | Flop | Similar → | |
| N/A | Sivakarthikeyan - Vinayak Chandrasekaran Film | - | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Sivakarthikeyan - Jude Anthany Joseph Film | - | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Sivakarthikeyan - Venkat Prabhu Film | - | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Sivakarthikeyan - Pushkar - Gayatri Film | - | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Sivakarthikeyan - Cibi Chakaravarthi Film | - | Flop | Similar → |
Sivakarthikeyan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Sivakarthikeyan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Sivakarthikeyan is "Kanaa" with a rating of 7.6/10.
How many movies has Sivakarthikeyan acted in?
Sivakarthikeyan has been featured in at least 34 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Sivakarthikeyan?
Other notable films include "Amaran", "Velaikkaran", and "Maaveeran".