Released during the festive season of Deepavali in 2009, Vettaikaran (transl. The Hunter ) arrived at a pivotal moment in actor Vijay’s career. Coming off the success of films like Ghilli and Thirupaachi , but also navigating a period of mixed box-office outcomes, Vettaikaran was crafted as a quintessential “masala” entertainer—a genre designed to deliver a potent mix of action, comedy, romance, and melodrama. Directed by B. Babusivan, the film features Vijay in a dual role (father and son), alongside Anushka Shetty as the female lead and Salim Ghouse as the primary antagonist. While not considered a masterpiece of Tamil cinema, Vettaikaran endures as a significant entry in Vijay’s filmography, perfectly capturing the template of his fan-pleasing, mass-hero persona during the late 2000s.
, the son of the powerful gangster Vedanayagam. This confrontation puts Ravi in the crosshairs of Vedanayagam and his corrupt police allies. After his role model Devaraj is incapacitated by the villains, Ravi adopts the persona of "Police Ravi" to deliver justice and dismantle Vedanayagam's empire. Music and Soundtrack Composed by Vijay Antony
⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) Tagline: The Hunter doesn't ask for permission. He just strikes.
