: Starring Suriya and Shruti Haasan, this science-fiction action film earned an estimated ₹105 crore worldwide, making it the year's top grosser.

: Starring Karthi and Tamannaah, this masala action film earned ₹50 crore and cemented Karthi's status as a leading commercial star. Critically Acclaimed and Award-Winning Films

Beyond the box office, several 2011 films were noted for their artistic merit and narrative depth: best tamil movies 2011 - IMDb