Highest-Grossing Tamil Movies of 2024 & All Time (Kollywood)

Kollywood, the Tamil film industry, remains a major player in the South Indian filmmaking scene, consistently producing numerous blockbusters each year. In 2024.

Adding to the excitement, other significant releases such as *Kalki 2898 AD*, *Garudan*, and *Byri* have captivated audiences and performed impressively at the box office. *Kalki 2898 AD*, with its epic narrative and star-studded cast, has garnered critical acclaim and substantial earnings. *Garudan*, featuring Soori in a powerful role, has also made a significant impact, while *Byri* has drawn audiences with its unique storyline and engaging performances.

As audiences eagerly await more upcoming Tamil movies expected to shake up the box office, this article takes a closer look at the highest-grossing Tamil movies of 2024 and of all time.

Highest Grossing Tamil Movies of 2024

Highest-Grossing Tamil Movies of All Time

Pushpa's success at the box office, especially in the Hindi belt, has led to south Indian filmmakers, including those from Tamil Nadu, releasing their films at a pan-India level. This resulted in the 2022 release of Tamil movies Valimai, Beast, PS1, and Vikram, which also went on to break records at the box office. Ponniyin Selvan-Part One and Vikram were especially successful, both securing a spot on the all-time highest-grossing Tamil movie list. The top 10 highest-grossing list is currently dominated by Superstar Rajinikanth and Thalapathy Vijay, who has the most movies on the list, showcasing their immense popularity and fan following in the Tamil film industry.

List of Highest-Grossing Tamil Movies of 2024

Kalki 2898-AD (IMDb Rating: 8.0)

The world lies in ruins, a wasteland where dead bodies stretch to the luridly lit horizon. Drums thunder and voices rise in a choral tide, marking the grand scale of *Kalki 2898 AD* from its very beginning. Krishna makes a dramatic entrance, riding a chariot pulled by four ominous black horses, to curse Ashwarthama, the battle’s seemingly lone survivor, for the sin of harming an unborn child. Like many characters navigating through Nag Ashwin’s awe-inspiring Telugu-language epic, the courageous Ashwarthama lacks a moral compass.

Thanks to Krishna, Ashwarthama will have ample time to develop one; his punishment is not death but thousands of years of bleak existence, awaiting his destiny to save the god Vishnu in his next incarnation. A god can take many forms, the chorus of voices tells us. Kalki is the name given to Vishnu’s 10th and final avatar. According to the great epic poem *Mahabharata*, Kalki will emerge when the world has become so dreadful that it needs to be cleansed once and for all.

Garudan (IMDb Rating: 7.6)

Following his remarkable transition from comedian to leading man in Vetri Maaran’s *Viduthalai: Part 1*, Soori’s second venture as a protagonist, *Garudan*, confirms that his transformation is anything but fleeting. With a well-crafted script that boasts enough strength to surmount its minor flaws, director RS Durai Senthilkumar makes a triumphant return with this raw and intense rural drama.

In *Garudan*, Soori portrays Sokkan, an orphan who finds comfort in the unwavering support of Karunakaran (Unni Mukundan), becoming the very definition of loyalty. Meanwhile, Aadhithya (Sasikumar) is Karuna’s best friend, and the two also work closely together. Much like the startling echo of a marksman’s shot shattering the serenity of a forest where creatures suppress their primal instincts, trouble manifests in various forms. The film meticulously chronicles the fractures in these relationships, driven by the age-old vices of greed for land, wealth, and women ("mann, ponn, penn"). As these forces disrupt his once-stable world, Sokkan is compelled to take matters into his own hands to restore equilibrium.

Maharaja (IMDb Rating: 8.6)

A barber named Maharaja walks into the police station and files a complaint about the disappearance of 'Lakshmi.' The police officers, puzzled by the lack of details, are left guessing whether Lakshmi is a person, a pet, or something else entirely. As they scramble to piece together clues and understand the nature of Maharaja's distress, they begin to realize that the case might be more complicated than it seems.

While the officers are engrossed in their investigation, Maharaja’s true intentions remain shrouded in mystery. Is Lakshmi a cherished possession, a loved one, or something symbolic? The barber's demeanor suggests there’s more to the story than meets the eye. What does Maharaja actually want? Is it justice, a resolution, or something deeper that he's seeking through this enigmatic complaint? The unfolding of Maharaja’s motive promises to be as intriguing as the mystery of Lakshmi's disappearance itself.

Rathnam (IMDb Rating: 6.5)

A passionate young man residing near the Andhra border, driven by a deep-seated intolerance for those who harm women, sets out on a risky mission. His goal: to protect a young woman who strikingly resembles his late mother from the relentless chase of a ruthless gang.

Lal Salaam (IMDb Rating: 4.8)

A fierce rivalry between two local cricket teams escalates into a tense situation of religious unrest between the Hindu and Muslim communities in a village in Tamil Nadu. What starts as a spirited competition on the cricket field soon spirals out of control, as misunderstandings and deep-seated prejudices come to the fore. The once peaceful village becomes a battleground, with the cricket rivalry serving as a catalyst for long-simmering tensions.

As the conflict intensifies, community leaders struggle to mediate and restore harmony, but old wounds and mistrust complicate their efforts. The escalating tension threatens to tear apart the fabric of the village, turning neighbors into adversaries. Amidst the chaos, a few brave individuals from both sides rise to bridge the divide, seeking to remind everyone of their shared humanity and the importance of unity.

Inga Naan Thaan Kingu (IMDb Rating: 5.5)

Santhanam returns to the big screen with his latest film, "Inga Naan Thaan Kingu," an action-comedy crafted by writer Ezhichur Aravindan and directed by Anand Narayan, produced under the Gopuram Films banner. The movie introduces newcomer Priyalaya, who stars opposite Santhanam. The ensemble cast includes seasoned actors such as Thambi Ramaiah, Vivek Prasanna, Bala Saravanan, Munishkanth, Lollu Sabha Maaran, Swaminathan, Cool Suresh, Lollu Sabha Seshu, and Manobala, adding depth and diversity to this highly anticipated release.

Byri (IMdb Rating: 7.2)

A newly-widowed mother grapples with bridging the emotional gap with her son, who, in the wake of his father's death, finds solace in the demanding world of pigeon racing. As he becomes increasingly absorbed in his new passion, their already strained relationship teeters on the brink of collapse.

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