Karthi Birthday Special: From Paruthiveeran to Oopiri – 5 Best Performances of the Tamil Star That Won Our Hearts

Karthik Sivakumar is fondly known as Karthi. He is the younger brother of actor Suriya. Born on May 25, 1977, this day is special not just to Karthi but also to all his fans. The actor has turned a year older today and all his fans have showered the Tamil superstar with love. Social media is flooded with wishes in the form of messages and pictures. Karthi’s fan followers list is quite huge than one can think of. His performances have won hearts ever since he made his acting debut. Karthi has managed to deliver commercially successful box office hits. The actor’s upcoming film will be which is tentatively titled as Karthi 21 is scheduled to hit the screens on Diwali 2021 and it is something his fans are eagerly looking forward to. But before it, let’s take a look at some of his films, those gripping performances which made everyone go wow! Jyothika and Karthi’s Yet-to-Be-Titled Film Goes on Floors.

Paruthiveeran

Karthi made his acting debut in 2007 with the romantic drama, Paruthiveeran, and the actor played the titular role. The film was made in a span of two years and not just the plot was appreciated, but Karthi’s performance as a careless village ruffian was also lauded by critics.

Aayirathil Oruvan

Aayirathil Oruvan was a big budget film helmed by Selvaraghavan. Karthi essayed the role of a coolie in this adventure fantasy film. Though the film received mixed reviews, Karthi’s role left everyone impressed.

Madras

Pa. Ranjith’s film Madras had an ensemble cast in which Karthi played the lead role. This 2014 released film was based on true events. The story was beautifully crafted and Karthi’s role as a short-tempered but carefree man was another act that enthralled the movie fanatics.

Oopiri

Oopiri directed by the ace filmmaker Vamsi Paidipally was another major hit at the box office in 2016. It was a remake of the French comedy-drama The Intouchables. Karthi portrays the character Seenu, a paroled convict, who applies the job of a caretaker to a quadriplegic billionaire that is played by Akkineni Nagarjuna. This was another avatar of Karthi that took everyone by surprise.

Theeran Adhigaaram Ondru

The action thriller Theeran Adhigaaram Ondru saw Karthi as DSP Theeran Thirumaran. Directed by H. Vinoth, this movie was again based on true events and it was a huge hit at the ticket windows.

Karthi has also learned filmmaking as he always wanted to be in films. In fact the actor has also pursued filmmaking course from State University of New York. Karthi has worked as an assistant director for the film Ayitha Ezhuthu that was directed by Mani Ratnam. We wish this multi-talented star, Karthi, a very happy birthday and a great year ahead!

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