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Anushka Shetty: Complete Tamil Filmography & Most Popular Video Highlights Anushka Shetty (born Sweety Shetty) is a dominant force in South Indian cinema. While she is equally iconic in Telugu (known as the "Lady Superstar" for Baahubali and Arundhati ), her work in Tamil cinema has earned her a dedicated fan base. Known for her powerful screen presence, versatile acting, and classical dance skills, Anushka has delivered several landmark films in Kollywood. Complete Tamil Filmography Anushka made her Tamil debut in 2006 and has since appeared in a mix of lead heroine roles, strong female-centric parts, and special appearances. 2000s: Debut & Rise to Fame | Year | Film | Role | Notes | |------|------|------|-------| | 2006 | Rendu | Jothy | Tamil debut; alongside R. Madhavan | | 2006 | Sillunu Oru Kaadhal | Ishwarya (Gowtham's fiancée) | Extended cameo; blockbuster hit | | 2008 | Singam Puli | Herself | Item number "Kadhal Vandi" | | 2008 | Varanam Aayiram | Meghna | Cameo in the song "Adiye Kolluthe" | | 2009 | Vettaikaaran | Susheela | Commercial hit | 2010s: Superstar Status & Iconic Roles | Year | Film | Role | Notes | |------|------|------|-------| | 2010 | Singam | Kavya Mahalingam | Blockbuster; part of the successful Singam series | | 2011 | Deiva Thirumagal | Anuradha (Lawyer) | Critically acclaimed performance | | 2011 | Vaanam | Saroja | Multi-starrer; based on real events | | 2012 | Thaandavam | Dr. Meenakshi | | | 2012 | Singam II | Kavya Mahalingam | Sequel; blockbuster | | 2013 | Alex Pandian | Divya | | | 2013 | Singam II (Dubbed) | Kavya | (Already listed – for clarity, original Tamil) | | 2015 | Yennai Arindhaal... | Thenmozhi | Romantic thriller; alongside Ajith Kumar | | 2015 | Baahubali: The Beginning | Devasena | Tamil dubbed version; pan-India breakthrough | | 2016 | Singam III | Kavya Mahalingam | Third in the series | | 2017 | Si3 | Kavya | Alternate title for Singam III | | 2017 | Baahubali 2: The Conclusion | Devasena | Tamil dubbed; all-time blockbuster | | 2018 | Bhaskar Oru Rascal | Geetha | Remake of Hindi film Rascal | | 2018 | Tholi Prema | Herself | Cameo in song (Tamil dubbed version) | 2020s: Selective Comeback | Year | Film | Role | Notes | |------|------|------|-------| | 2023 | Miss Shetty Mr Polishetty | Miss Shetty | Tamil dubbed release; original Telugu |
Note: Post-2018, Anushka reduced her Tamil output, focusing on Telugu and pan-Indian projects. Her Tamil dubbed films continue to be widely viewed.
Most Popular Videos (YouTube & Streaming Highlights) Here are Anushka Shetty’s most-viewed and most-talked-about video content from her Tamil career. 1. "Adiye Kolluthe" – Varanam Aayiram (2008)
Type: Song Why popular: Anushka’s sensual, graceful dance alongside Suriya became an instant sensation. The song remains a staple at college cultural fests. Best dialogue moment: Her brief but impactful screen presence with Suriya. Complete Tamil Filmography Anushka made her Tamil debut
2. Courtroom Scene – Deiva Thirumagal (2011)
Type: Emotional scene Why popular: Anushka plays a lawyer fighting for the custody of a child with intellectual disability. Her breakdown in court – shifting from professional composure to raw emotion – is considered one of the finest acting moments by a Tamil actress. Fan verdict: “She was robbed of a Filmfare award.”
3. Kavya Mahalingam Intro – Singam series Meenakshi | | | 2012 | Singam II
Type: Character introduction Why popular: Her chemistry with Suriya, especially the teasing “Sir, neenga romba azhaga irukeenga” scene. The Singam films gave her a mass-heroine image without reducing her to eye candy.
4. Thenmozhi Introduction – Yennai Arindhaal... (2015)
Type: Scene + Song ("Unakkenna Mele") Why popular: Her pairing with Ajith Kumar was fresh. The rain-dance song “Maya Bazaar” and her character’s quiet strength won praise. I Will Cut Your Tongue"
5. Devasena's "I Will Cut Your Tongue" – Baahubali 2 (Tamil)
Type: Dialogue scene Why popular: Though a dubbed version, Anushka’s fiery dialogue delivery as Queen Devasena – challenging the king – became a viral meme and feminist anthem in Tamil social media.