Stalwart who revolutionized Tamil cinema, Mani Ratnam is Known for his eye for technical details, intricate precision and perfection. He is regarded as an ace filmmaker, screenwriter and producer. Novelty in cinematography, unique style and substance are his trademarks. An unlimited array of prestigious awards adorns his crown. Latest still steaming in his stream of creations that won him accolades is Raavanan. His next venture based on the epic novel ‘Ponniyin Selvan’ has already created interest in film circles.
2. SHANKAR
If it’s Shankar, then it’s ‘think big’.
He is the Current sensation with the blockbuster Endhiran ruling hearts. Has the mettle to lure three generations, Shankar enjoys working on fresh concepts carrying social messages. He as the courage and commitment to direct only record breaking budgets, but extravaganza never was a compromise for excellence. Now remake of 3 idiots is his latest in the pipeline.
3. BALA
Realistic to the core! Highly confident in his creations though they incline towards a dark and different genre. Keenness in handling some pain latent in the society without much of glam and show is his forte. Known for his critically acclaimed films, he made his directorial debut in ‘Sethu’. One of the finest directors raving to grow to greater heights. His forthcoming venture is Avan Ivan with Vishal and Arya playing lead roles.
4. GAUTHAM VASUDEV MENON
One of the creators topping the charts of Tamil cinema who could make every film look like a poetry beautifully portraying emotions. Minnale was his directorial debut in 2001. This fine director cum producer has few action thrillers to his credit, which created a flutter. His entry into silver screens from ad film making is evident in his eye for frame to frame perfection and uniqueness. He has never missed out on adorning signature cameo roles in his directions. His thriller movie Nadunisi Naigal, starring Sameera Reddy, is awaiting release.
5. MURUGADOSS
He is One of highly talented directors in Tamil cinema. Simple but strong perception forms the base of his themes to create a unique style in his directions. He has directed the top stars of Kollywood and Bollywood. Ghajini was a record breaking venture. He made his directorial debut through ‘Dheena’. His next movie 7aam Arivu starring Suriya and Shruti Hassan is in production stages.
6. AMEER
Many feel that he is a Tamil film director par excellence. His directorial debut venture was Mounam Pesiyadhe in 2002. He made everyone turn their heads towards him with his grand offering Paruthiveeran. He has returned to direction after a brief acting stint in Yogi and has ‘Aadhi Bhagavan’ in the making now.
7. SELVARAGHAVAN
Selvaraghavan has deftly and carefully has carved a niche for himself in Tamil cinema. He made his debut direction through ‘Kaadhal Kondein’ in 2003 and followed it with films like 7G Rainbow colony which ensured his status as an ace director. After Aayirathil Oruvan, his next movie in the pipeline is ‘Maruvan’, a romantic movie with Dhanush in the lead. 8.
SASIKUMAR
Sasikumar made a grand entry into filmdom in his debut venture Subramaniapuram in 2008. Though a low budget film, it showered on him special accolades in almost all aspects of film making. He perfectly fit the trio roles of an actor, director and producer in his debut venture. ‘Nadodigal’, with a differently- abled girl as the heroine fetched the team priceless appreciations. Easan, his latest venture has been released recently.
9. VENKAT PRABHU
The Next-Gen director creating movies labled ‘youth’. His creations have appealed to today’s youngsters. Son of the famous music director Gangai Amaran, he has excelled donning the roles of an actor director and playback singer. Saroja, Chennai 600028 and Goa speak of the infusion of bubbling youth and entertainment in wholesome catering to all who love just fun and fun only. His ‘Mankatha’ starring Ajith is in the making.
10. VIJAY
The young director has courageously broken the usual style of just romance and comedy and entered the slowly fading genre of historical film by the latest soul stirrer ‘Madrasapattinam’. His dream project churned success at the box office and won great appreciations from audiences. He is already in wanting and is currently directly Vikram in his next movie tentatively titled ‘Deiva Magan’.
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