Among Hindi-speaking viewers, South Indian films are known for their flying vehicles, physics-defying stunts, and interesting plots, but they are much more. South Indian cinema, offers a range of treasures that Bollywood typically overlooks. After all, it was a South Indian film like Baahubali and Robot that sparked global interest. If Indian film created superstars such as Amitabh Bachchan, Dharmendra, and the Khans, South Indian cinema produced infinite luminaries. Let’s talk about the Top 10 out of them.
#1. Vikram
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Vikram is a well-known actor, producer, and director. Thana Sadar, Pagaiye Kathiru, Taanakkaran, Sakshi, and Cheppina Evaru Nammaru are some of Vikram’s most recent films. Ram Setu is Vikram’s most recent production. Thana Sadar is Vikram’s most recent film that he directed. On April 17, 1966, Vikram was born in Chennai.
Vikram net worth :-
$20 Million
Vikram movies :-
Dhruva Natchathiram , Cobra , Kadaram Kondan , Saamy Square , Sketch , Iru Mugan , Kasi , Ullaasam , Arul , Majaa , Bheemaa , Raavanan , Deiva Thirumagal
Vikram height :-
1.68 m , 5.6 inc
Vikram weight :-
68 kg
Vikram age :-
55
Vikram birthday :-
07 April 1966
Awards :-
Asianet Film Awards |
CineMAA Awards |
Amrita Film Awards |
Cinema Express Awards |
Filmfare Awards South |
Honorary Doctorate |
International Tamil Film Awards |
Jaya Awards |
Edison Awards |
National Film Awards |
#2. Suriya
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Suriya (actual name Saravanan Sivakumar) is an Indian film actor and producer who is known for his work in Tamil films. Suriya was born in Chennai, India on July 23, 1975. Surya is one of Tamil cinema’s most illustrious performers. He made his acting debut with one of hit Tamil films “Nerrukku Ner” which was released in the year 1997. The popularity of the 2001 film “Nanda” helped him gain a lot of popularity.
Suriya net worth :-
$25 Million
Suriya movies :-
Return of ghajini , The fighterman singham , chennai vs china , Return of Vaastav , Ghatak Returns , Main hu surya singham 2 , no 1 judwa , main faisla karunga , time story , Khatarnaak khiladi 2 , Vidhwansak
Suriya height :-
1.70 m , 5.7 inc
Suriya weight :-
72 kg
Suriya age :-
45
Suriya birthday :-
23 July 1975
Awards :-
Chennai Times Film Awards |
CineMAA Awards |
Cinema Express Awards |
Edison Awards |
Filmfare Awards South |
International Tamil Film Awards |
Kalaimamani Awards |
Screen Awards |
South Indian International Movie Awards |
Stardust Awards |
#3. Joseph Vijay
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Joseph Vijay Chandrasekhar AKA Vijay was born on June 22, 1974. He is the most adored South Indian actor, dancer, playback singer, and philanthropist who mostly works in Tamil films. He has also been the part of films in other Indian languages. He is one of the highest-paid actors in South Indian film industry.
Joseph Vijay net worth :-
$ 56 Million
Joseph Vijay movies :-
khiladi ka challenge , Theri , police wala gunda 2 , Captain Vijay , Captain Vijay 2 , Puli , Bhairava , Khakhi Aur Khiladi , dil ki baat
Joseph Vijay height :-
1.78 m , 5.10 inc
Joseph Vijay weight :-
73 kg
Joseph Vijay age :-
44
Joseph Vijay birthday :-
22 June 1974
Awards :-
National Film Awards UK |
BIFAN Awards Korea |
Shanghai International Film Festival |
Hainan International Film Festival |
Tamil Nadu State Film Awards |
Star India Awards |
South Indian International Movie Awards |
Edison Awards |
Behindwoods Gold Medals |
Ananda Vikatan Cinema Awards |
Read: Top 10 Kannada Actors
#4. Allu Arjun
In the Telugu cinema industry, Allu Arjun is a household name. He made his acting debut in Arya and has since gone on to star in films such as Race, Gurram, and DJ, among others. According to rumours, he was offered a number of Bollywood films but turned them down. He is one of the most versatile performers in South India.
Allu Arjun net worth :-
$ 47 Million
Allu Arjun movies :-
Arya 2 , Ramuloo Ramulaa , DJ , Main Hoon Lucky The Racer , Dum , IPS , Pushpa Raj , MARD KA POWER , Dheeru , Rudhramadevi , AA 20
Allu Arjun height :-
1.75 m , 5.9 inc
Allu Arjun weight :-
69 kg
Allu Arjun age :-
36
Allu Arjun birthday :-
08 April 1983
Awards :-
Filmfare Awards South |
IIFA Utsavam |
Nandi Awards |
South Indian International Movie Awards |
South Scope Cinema Awards |
Sakshi Excellence Awards |
TSR–TV9 National Film Awards |
Pravasi Ratna Awards |
Mirchi Music Awards |
#5. Prabhas
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Prabhas is a prominent Telugu cinema actor and the nephew of veteran Telugu actor Krishnam Raju. Chatrapathi, Varsham, Chakram, Billa, Mr. Perfect, and Mirchi are some of his famous movies. With Action Jackson, he made his Bollywood debut in 2014. In 2015, he starred in the epic Baahubali: The Beginning and Baahubali: The Conclusion as the main character and the movies were a huge hit.
Prabhas net worth :-
$ 27 Million
Prabhas movies :-
The Return of Rebel 2 , Yogi , BAAHUBALI 2 , The Strong Man Baadal , Khatarnak Khiladi , Sabse Badhkar Hum , Dil Dosti Pyar , Deewaar Man Of Power , Don 3
Prabhas height :-
1.85 m , 6.1 inc
Prabhas weight :-
95 kg
Prabhas age :-
41
Prabhas birthday :-
23 October 1979
Awards :-
ETC Bollywood Business Awards |
Filmfare Awards South |
IBNLive Movie Awards |
IIFA Utsavam |
Nandi Awards |
South Indian International Movie Awards |
Read: Top 10 Bollywood Actors
#6. Vijay Sethupathi
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Vijay Sethupathi, AKA Vijay Gurunatha Sethupathi, is a well-known South Indian film actor, lyricist, producer and dialogue writer who is best known for his work in Tamil films. After working as an accountant for a while, Sethupathi began to contemplate a career in acting. He began his film career as a background actor, appearing in tiny supporting roles for nearly five years until starring in Seenu Ramasamy’s Thenmerku Paruvakaatru (2010).
Vijay Sethupathi net worth :-
INR 800 millions
Vijay Sethupathi movies :-
Pizza , Aandavan Kattalai , Orru Nalla Naal Paathu Solren , Junga , Puriyatha Puthir , Karuppan , Soodhu Kavvum , Sundarapandian , Sethupathi , Dharma Durai
Vijay Sethupathi height :-
1.75 m , 5.9 inc
Vijay Sethupathi weight :-
65 kg
Vijay Sethupathi age :-
43
Vijay Sethupathi birthday :-
16 January 1978
Awards :-
Ananda Vikatan Cinema Awards |
Asiavision Awards |
Filmfare Awards South |
Indian Film Festival Of Melbourne |
Los Angeles Motion Picture Festival |
National Film Awards, India |
Norway Tamil Film Festival |
Pinnacle Film Awards |
South Indian International Movie Awards |
Vijay Awards |
#7. Yash
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Naveen Kumar Gowda, better known by his screen name Yash is one of Kannada cinema’s highest-paid and most bankable actors. He began his acting career in television serials such as Gokula, Malebillu, and Preeti Illada Mele. With Jambada Hudugi, Yash made his on-screen debut in 2007.
Yash net worth :-
$ 4 Million
Yash movies :-
Lucky , Heart Attack 3 , Mr. and Mrs. Ramachari , Googly , Raja Huli , The Big Lion – Gajakeshari , Masterpiece , Rambo Straight Forward
Yash height :-
1.80 m , 5.11 inc
Yash weight :-
75 kg
Yash age :-
35
Yash birthday :-
08 January 1986
#8. Mahesh Babu
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Mahesh Babu, one of the most well-known South Indian male actors, has a cult following in Tollywood. He is famous for this chocolaty personality. He made his acting debut at the age of four in Needa, a film directed by his brother Ramesh Babu. After appearing in a number of films as a kid actor, he made his lead acting debut in Raja Kumarudu. Since then, his fan following has grown, and his films have received critical acclaim.
Mahesh Babu net worth :-
150 Crores
Mahesh Babu movies :-
Srimanthudu , No 1 businessman , takkari donga , Daag The Burning Fire , meri adalat , prince no 1 , Maidan E Jung , athadu , Sainikudu , athidi
Mahesh Babu height :-
1.88 m , 6.2 inc
Mahesh Babu weight :-
70 kg
Mahesh Babu age :-
42
Mahesh Babu birthday :-
9 August 1975
Read: Top 10 Kollywood Actors
#9. Karthi Sivakumar
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Born on May 25, 1977, Karthik Sivakumar AKA Karthi is an Indian actor best recognized for his performances in Tamil films. He has been awarded Three Filmfare Awards South, a SIIMA Award, an Edison Award, and a Tamil Nadu State Award.
Karthi Sivakumar net worth :-
INR 90 crores
Karthi Sivakumar movies :-
kaashmora , alex pandian , bhai ek gangster , roudy leader , Jungbaaz ,
Karthi Sivakumar height :-
1.78 m , 5.10 inc
Karthi Sivakumar weight :-
78 kg
Karthi Sivakumar age :-
39
Karthi Sivakumar birthday :-
#10. Vishal
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Vishal is the son of G.K. Reddy, a well-known producer. He is a South Indian actor and producer who works in the film industry. Vishal has also worked as a producer for a number of South productions. He was cast as Raghunandan with a lead role in the Tamil film ‘Chellamae’ in 2004.
Vishal net worth :-
INR 125 crores
Vishal movies :-
main hu rakshak , chakra , chakra ka rakshak , action , ayogya , puli joodham , pandem kodi 2 , abhimanyudu , dashing detective
Vishal height :-
1.80 m , 5.11 inc
Vishal weight :-
73 kg
Vishal age :-
40
Vishal birthday :-
19 August 1975