Unnidathil Ennai Koduthen is a 1998 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film written and directed by Vikraman. The film stars Karthik and Roja, with Ajith Kumar in a guest appearance. Ramesh Khanna, Moulee, Sathyapriya, Fathima Babu, and Madhan Bob play other supporting roles. It was Karthik's 100th film.
Manithan (transl. Human) is a 1987 Indian Tamil-language masala film directed by S. P. Muthuraman, starring Rajinikanth, Rupini and Raghuvaran, with Senthil, Delhi Ganesh and Srividya. It was released on 21 October 1987, and became a silver jubilee hit.
Kannan Varuvaan is a 2000 Indian Tamil-language film written and directed by Sundar C. The film stars Karthik, Manthra and Divya Unni, while Goundamani, Senthil, Manorama, Ranjith and Radha Ravi play supporting roles. The music was composed by Sirpy with editing by P. Sai Suresh and cinematography by U. K. Senthil Kumar. The film was released on 25 May 2000. The film was an average success at box office.
Amman Kovil Kizhakale is a 1986 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film written and directed by R. Sundarrajan, starring Vijayakanth and Radha. It was released on 24 April 1986, and emerged a commercial success. Vijayakanth also won the Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Tamil. It was remade into Telugu as Khaidi No. 786 (1988) and Kannada as Nammoora Hammera (1990).
Pooveli is a 1998 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film directed by Selva, who also co-wrote the screenplay. An unofficial remake of A Walk in the Clouds (1995), the film stars Karthik, Abbas, Kausalya and Heera Rajagopal. It was released on 5 December 1998. The film was remade in Telugu as Alludugaaru Vachcharu (1999) with Kausalya, Abbas and Heera reprising their roles.
Lucky Man is a 1995 Indian Tamil-language fantasy comedy film directed by Pratap Pothen. The film stars Karthik, Goundamani, Senthil, and Sanghavi, while Manjula Vijayakumar, Radha Ravi, Vinu Chakravarthy, and Thyagu play supporting roles. It is a remake of the 1994 Telugu film Yamaleela. The film was released on 14 April 1995 and failed at the box office.
Senthoora Poove is a 1988 Indian Tamil-language romantic action film, directed by P. R. Devaraj, starring Nirosha, Vijayakanth, and Ramki, while Chandrasekhar, Sripriya, C. L. Anandan, Vijaya Lalitha, Anandaraj, Senthil, and Charle play supporting roles. The story is about how a young girl is ill-treated by her stepmother and how her brother's friend saves her and her husband. It was released on 23 September 1988, and grossed ₹2.5 crore. Vijayakanth became popularly known by the sobriquet "Captain" for playing one in the film. It was remade in Kannada in 1992 as Mallige Hoove.
Makkal En Pakkam is a 1987 Indian Tamil-language gangster action film directed by Karthik Raghunath. The film stars Sathyaraj, Rajesh, and Ambika. It is a remake of the 1986 Malayalam film Rajavinte Makan. The film was released on 14 April 1987.
Paandi Nattu Thangam is a 1989 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film directed by T. P. Gajendran. The film stars Karthik and Nirosha. It was released on 19 May 1989, and was one of the biggest hits of Karthik in the 1980s.
Sigaram (transl. Peak) is a 1991 Indian Tamil-language musical drama film directed by Ananthu and produced by Kavithalayaa Productions. The film stars S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Rekha and Radha. It was released on 11 January 1991.
Marumagan (transl. Son-in-law) is a 1995 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by Manivasagam. The film stars Karthik and Meena. It was released on 7 July 1995, and failed at the box office.
Nilave Malare is a 1986 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by S. A. Chandrasekhar. The film stars Rahman, Nadhiya, Baby Shalini and Manorama. It was released on 14 February 1986. The film was later dubbed into Telugu as Muddula Papa.
Namma Ooru Nalla Ooru is a 1986 Indian Tamil-language film directed by V. Azhagappan. The film stars Ramarajan, Rekha, Rajeev and Sulakshana. It was released on 28 November 1986, and Ramarajan won the Cinema Express Award for Best New Face Actor.
Nyaya Tharasu is a 1989 Indian Tamil-language film, directed by K. Rajeshwar, making his directorial debut, starring Nizhalgal Ravi and Radha. It is a remake of Malayalam film Panchagni. The film revolves around a woman who puts her commitment to social activism above everything else, including her love for an adoring man.
Paatti Sollai Thattathe is a 1988 Indian Tamil-language comedy film directed by Rajasekhar, written by Chithralaya Gopu and produced by AVM Productions. The film stars Pandiarajan, Urvashi and Manorama. It was released on 22 July 1988 and became a silver jubilee success. The film was remade in Telugu by the same studio as Bamma Maata Bangaru Baata (1990).
Ore Raththam is a 1987 Indian Tamil-language political drama film directed by K. Sornam and written by M. Karunanidhi. The film has an ensemble cast including Karthik, Pandiyan, Radha Ravi, Kishmu, M. K. Stalin, Seetha and Madhuri. It is based on Karunanidhi's novel of the same name which was serialised in the magazine Kungumam. The film was released on 8 May 1987.
Uzhaithu Vaazha Vendum is a 1988 Indian Tamil-language action film directed by Ameerjan. The film stars Vijayakanth and Radhika, with Radha Ravi, Delhi Ganesh and Vadivukkarasi in supporting roles. It was released on 8 November 1988.
The 7th Cinema Express Awards were held on 12 April 1987, and honoured the best of South Indian films released in 1986. The awards were announced in February.
Pookkalai Parikkatheergal is a 1986 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film directed by V. Azhagappan. The film stars Suresh and Nadhiya, with Rajeev and Vinu Chakravarthy in supporting roles, with music composed by T. Rajendar. It was released on 29 May 1986.
Odangal (transl. Boats) is a 1986 Indian Tamil-language teen romance film directed and co-written by Ameerjan. The film stars Sanjay Kumar and newcomer Naveena, with Senthamarai, Vennira Aadai Moorthy, Manorama and Radha Ravi in pivotal roles. It was released on 28 November 1986.
