The year 2000 also witnessed the rise of action films in Tamil cinema. Movies like , directed by Selvaraghavan, and "Thenali" , directed by R. Madhavan, showcased the industry's ability to produce high-octane action sequences and thrilling storylines. These films starred popular actors like Vijay and R. Madhavan, who became synonymous with action films in Tamil cinema.

Hey Ram is probably the best movie to ever come out of Tamil Cinema.

A: No. His last release before 2000 was Padayappa (1999). He returned with Baba in 2002.

: Directed by Vasanth, this film is remembered as a "quiet masterpiece." It dealt with the mature subject of two individuals who have lost their spouses finding companionship, all set to one of A.R. Rahman’s most melodic albums. The Legacy of 2000