Happy Birthday Thala Ajith
Ajith Kumar or Thala as he is fondly called by fans is one of the most charismatic actors ever in Tamil Cinema. Probably the only Superstar in India who does not follow any conventions and lives by his own rules. Ajith never gives interviews, never participates in any public event, does not promote his own films, does not encourage fans wasting time on fan clubs and is always elusive to the public as well as the media. It is close to magical that in spite of all this he is one of the most loved star in Tamil Cinema commanding one of the highest fan following. IG Wishes the Self-made Superstar Thala Ajith A Happy Birthday and Many More Years of Happiness, Health and Prosperity.
On Thala`s Birthday we look at twelve important Films that have contributed in transforming a Bike Race Enthusiast into the Most Bankable Tamil Superstar.
Aasai 1995
Though Ajith made a decent debut in Selva`s Amaravathi` in 1993, Aasai` was the first big banner that he featured in. Produced by Maniratnam and directed by Vasanth the film was a massive critical and commercial hit. Ajith`s role in the film is technically the fourth important after Suvalakshmi, Prakashraj and Poornam Viswanathan. But he played the supporting role of the loyal lover who does all he can to protect his lady, to such perfection that he endeared himself to female audiences gaining a huge number of fans.
Kadhal Kottai 1996
Ajith cemented his place as a bankable star after the stupendous success of Kadhal Kottai` which won three national awards and numerous other awards and was the biggest commercial success of the time. Ajith and Devyani lived the roles of the star crossed lovers who only meet at the climax.
Kadhal Mannan 1998
A role very close to Ajiths heart as he played his real self both as a car racer and a passionate lover. This was the time that fans got to know about Ajith`s passion towards racing and also was linked to many actresses and his image as a dashing young stud stayed for another decade.
Vaali 1999
Ajith the actor was born with this S.J.Suriya directorial debut. Ajith`s chilling portrayal of the deaf dumb twin who lusts for his brother`s wife is one of the best in Tamil Cinema. Every minute expression was conveyed through those steely eyes and his silence spoke all there is to say. Vaali` earned Ajith his first Filmfare Award for Best Actor.
Amarkalam 1999
Ajith as the angry young ruffian who falls for the girl who he pretends to love was a blockbuster. Ajith`s expressions for the song Satham Illatha Thanimai ketean` is a treat to watch. Amarkalam` is also special as Ajith and Shalini became a real life couple after Amarkalam`.
Mugavaree 2000
The V.Z.Durai directed Mugavaree` has Ajith giving a touching portrayal of an aspiring music director whose family is struggling to make ends meet and is one of the few films in which the hero does not achieve his target in the end and sacrifices his ambition for the sake of his family. 'Mugavaree' became a hit due to Ajith`s powerhouse performance.
Dheena 2001
A.R.Murugadass debuted with Dheena` and Ajith once again played the rowdy with a good heart. Dheena is very special to fans because Ajith became Thala in this film and also the song Sollamal Thottu Chellum Thendral" in which Ajith captivates audiences for close five minutes single handed.
Villain 2002
Ajith excelled in dual roles as the Bus Conductor and his mentally retarded twin. Fans were treated to a full meals` of comedy, romance, sentiment, acting and action by Thala.
Varalaru 2006
After Villain`, there was again a lull in Ajith`s career and Varalaru` actually titled Godfather` was a long delayed project and when it came out there were very little expectations for the film. Ajith stunned everyone with his exemplary performance of triple roles, especially his daring portrayal of the effeminate Shivashankar in the flashback scenes. A reminder of the acting capabilities of Ajith.
Billa 2007
When talks about who could do justice to a role played by the one and only Rajinikanth many names were considered, but the Superstar himself openly declared that Ajith is the right choice when he signed on. With sheer screen presence Ajith brought his own to the character and his portrayal stands apart from the other four famous versions in Hindi and Tamil.
Ajith Kumar or Thala as he is fondly called by fans is one of the most charismatic actors ever in Tamil Cinema. Probably the only Superstar in India who does not follow any conventions and lives by his own rules....
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