Captain Prabhakaran → Ramanaa → Chinna Gounder → Dharmapuri
Who is Vijayakanth? Vijayakanth (born Narayanan Vijayaraj Alagarswami) is a legendary figure in Tamil cinema, fondly known as "Captain" — a title earned from his blockbuster film of the same name. Before entering politics as the founder of the DMDK party, he reigned as one of the most beloved action heroes of the 1980s–2000s. Known for his thunderous dialogue delivery, mass appeal, and films centered on justice and valor, Vijayakanth remains a cult icon. Note: If you are searching for "Vijayakanth movies" to watch, stream, or research, this guide covers his best films, genres, and where to find them. Top 30 Must-Watch Vijayakanth Movies (By Era & Impact) Golden Era: The Rise of a Mass Hero (1980s) | Year | Movie | Director | Why It’s Special | |------|-------|----------|------------------| | 1985 | Annai Bhoomi 3D | K. Shankar | First Tamil film shot in 3D. | | 1986 | Amman Kovil Kizhakale | R. Sundarrajan | Village romantic drama; huge musical hit. | | 1987 | Soora Samhaaram | Rajasekhar | Action-packed; one of his early violent avatars. | | 1988 | Senthoora Poove | K. Rangaraj | Romantic action; memorable songs. | | 1989 | Vettaiyaadu Vilaiyaadu | K. Rangaraj | Classic vigilante cop story. | Blockbuster "Captain" Era (1990s) The 1990s defined Vijayakanth's "Captain" image—righteous, fearless, and fighting the system. vijayakanth movies