Tamil cinema has a long history of featuring child actors in leading and supporting roles. Some of these child actors have grown up to become prominent stars in the industry. Here are a few notable examples:

Tamil Chinna Pengal has appeared in numerous films throughout her career. Here are some of her notable works:

: An award-winning short film featured by Tamil Film Factory that showcases the depth of independent storytelling involving young characters. Love Sonia (2018)

(1991)

: A household name due to her lead role in the long-running hit serial Mouna Raagam Season 1.

Thanks to nostalgia-driven YouTube channels and Twitter film clubs, Chinna Pengal has found a second life online. The most popular video compilations include: