Devayani, the woman who had faced thousands of lights and cameras, felt her heart trip for the first time in a decade. She took the handkerchief. She didn’t say yes. She didn’t say no. She simply pinned the cloth into her braid and smiled.

: Often cited as one of Tamil cinema's greatest romantic dramas, this film features Devayani and Ajith Kumar as a couple who fall in love through letters without ever meeting. Surya Vamsam

When we talk about a collection of romantic stories in Tamil cinema, Devayani’s filmography serves as a masterclass. Here are a few chapters from her career that every romantic at heart should revisit:

The male lead is usually a hot-headed rustic (inspired by actors like Sarathkumar or Prabhu Deva in her prime films). He may misunderstand her, raise his voice, or leave her at the altar, only to realize his mistake later. The angst is the main course.

: Devayani is known to keep her personal life private, but she has been in the spotlight for her relationships and family.