7 Tamil Thriller Movies Like Madharasi
Kaakha Kaakha (2003)
A daring cop takes on crime in the city, balancing explosive action with emotional stakes and a powerful romance. Suriya takes the lead in this one.
Sethupathi (2016)
A sincere and grounded police officer tackles crime with emotional depth and heroism, blending action with realism.
Dhuruvangal Pathinaaru (2016)
A retired cop recounts one final unsolved case involving mysterious deaths. Its non-linear structure and tight writing make it a compelling neo-noir.
Theeran Adhigaaram Ondru (2017)
Based on real-life events, a police officer dismantles a dangerous gang. Gritty, grounded, and fierce.
Ratsasan (2018)
An aspiring filmmaker becomes a police officer after his father’s death and painstakingly hunts down a methodical serial killer targeting schoolgirls.
Thadam (2019)
A murder investigation stalls when the suspect has a lookalike twin, leading to a suspenseful cat-and-mouse chase and unveiling hidden truths.
Por Thozhil (2023)
An experienced cop and his junior investigate a spate of brutal murders linked by a chilling pattern—their hunt is bathed in suspense and smart storytelling.
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