The only Silver Jubilee movie of the year (175 days). Comedy and Songs are the highlight of this film. Good performance from Vijay & Surya

100 Days. Youthful. Harris Jeyaraj's songs were 2001's biggest hit. The film boosted Madhavan's acting credentials. Created lesser impact in C Centre.

100 Days. The story was similar to "Vaanathai Pola". The sure success formulae (Family sentiment + emotions + comedy + melodious songs) proved right again.

DHIL

: Vikram & Laila

Music: Vidyasagar

Director: Dharani

100 days. The story of a suppressed youth turning aggressive was an instant hit. Vikram proving his versatile self. Laila was aptly called as "Kulfi". Director did make an impact in this action film.

DHEENA

: Ajeeth & Laila

Music: Yuvan Shankar Raja

Director: Murugadas

125 days. Another Action movie. Ajeeth and Suresh Gopi exhibit their talents. Good music from Yuvan.

NANDHAA

: Surya, Rajkiran & Laila

Music: Yuvan Shankar Raja

Director: Bala

Released on Diwali Day. The entire credit should go to director Bala (Sethu). Excellent cinematography and music. Surya and Laila prove to world that they mean business.

THAVASI

: Vijayakanth & Soundarya

Music: Vidyasagar

Director: Udhayashankar

Released on Diwali Day. Though poised to be a big hit, the success is due to Captain's image. Another "Chinna Gounder".

SAMUTHIRAM

: Sarathkumar, Murali, Manoj, Abhirami, Kaveri & Monal

Music: Sabesh-Murali

Director: K S Ravikumar

100 Days. Yet Again....the tried and tested formula. Three affectionate brothers and one sister. Another hit for R B Chaudhry's Super Good Films.

125 Days. "Captain" Vijayakanth once again saves India from Pakistan terrorists. This movie is here only bcoz of its huge revenue.

POOVELLAM UN VAASAM

: Ajeeth& Jyothika

Music: Vidyasagar

Director: Ezhil

100 Days. The songs played a big role in the film's success. Ezhil makes it three in a row. Ajeeth finishes with three 100 dayers for the year. The art Director's role needs a special mention.

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