'Varuthapadatha Valibar Sangam' to 'Amaran': Sivakarthikeyan’s biggest box office hits before 'Madharaasi'

Sivakarthikeyan starrer 'Madharaasi' has hit the big screens across the globe today (Sep 5), and the film received a grand start. AR Murugadoss opened with positive reviews as the action entertainer seems an enjoyable theatrical experience for audiences of all types. 'Madharaasi' is positioned to reach great heights at the box office, and Sivakarthikeyan is likely to prove his strength yet again. Here is a look at some of Sivakarthikeyan's biggest box office hits.

In the film 'Amaran,' based on an important true story, Sivakarthikeyan portrayed the life struggles of Major Mukund Varadarajan with a powerful performance. Sai Pallavi co-starred, and her role also added great strength to the film. G.V. Prakash's music brought the scenes to life.The screenplay combined emotion, patriotism, and action to win the hearts of the audience. The film helmed by Rajkumar Periyasamy grossed over ₹300 crore at the box office, as per IMDB, becoming the biggest success of Sivakarthikeyan's career.

'Don' featured many aspects of a college student's life, love, family affection, and the journey of finding one's own identity. The Sivakarthikeyan-Priyanka Mohan pairing captivated the younger audience. The film, with its blend of comedy and emotion, along with Anirudh's music, was a celebration. The emotional bond between father and son in particular, captivated the audience. The film became a mega hit, grossing over Rs. 100 crore.

'Doctor' is a blockbuster black comedy action film. Directed by Nelson, Sivakarthikeyan transformed into a different hero with his serious and hilarious performance. The songs and background score composed by Anirudh Ravichander captivated the audience. The screenplay, which was a mix of comedy and action, made the film a hit for families. Sivakarthikeyan's first release post-COVID was a huge success, and the film reportedly grossed over Rs. 100 crore worldwide upon release.

'Varuthapadatha Valibar Sangam' is considered to be the film that elevated Sivakarthikeyan's career. Directed by Ponram, the film depicted the fun-filled lives of friends, love, and the charms of the village. The Sivakarthikeyan-Sathyaraj combo was the main highlight. The songs composed by D Imman became a huge hit. The film grossed over Rs. 30 crore at the box office, cementing Sivakarthikeyan's 'mass hero' title.