As a die-hard fan of Tamil cinema and someone who has grown up watching Suriya and Jyotika grace the silver screen together, I must say that their collaboration has been nothing short of magical! Each film they’ve starred in together has left an indelible mark on my heart.
The Tamil actors Suriya and Jyotika are undeniably a standout real and on-screen couple in Indian cinema. They first collaborated in the 1999 film “Poovellam Kettupar,” since then, they’ve worked together on six other projects. Let’s revisit some of their memorable movies together today. TopMob has compiled a list of seven essential Suriya-Jyotika films that are worth watching.
Suriya and Jyotika Movies
1. Poovellam Kettupar (1999)
- Genre: Romance/Comedy
- IMDb rating: 6.5/10
For the first time, Suriya and Jyotika teamed up in the 1999 Tamil romantic comedy-drama film titled “Poovellam Kettupar.” Alongside the lead pair, this Vasanth directorial boasts Vijayakumar, Nassar, Vadivelu, and Ambika in pivotal supporting roles. The plot revolves around Janki and Krishna, who find themselves at a crossroads in their relationship when they uncover that their fathers are long-time rivals. Despite the challenges, the couple embarks on a mission to win over their families, with plans to wed only after securing their approval.
2. Uyirile Kalanthathu (2000)
- Genre: Romance/Thriller
- IMDb rating: 6.3/10
Following their collaboration in Poovellam Kettupar, Suriya and Jyotika teamed up again in 2000 for the movie Uyirile Kalanthathu. The song featured here, Uyire Uyire Azhaithathenna, is a well-known tune from this film. Directed by K. R. Jaya, Uyirile Kalanthathu was a hit at the box office but garnered mixed reviews from critics. This romantic thriller delves into sibling rivalry in addition to the romantic narrative between Suriya and Jyotika. You can stream this film on Sun NXT and ZEE 5 (in Hindi).
3. Kaakha Kaakha (2003)
- Genre: Action/Thriller
- IMDb rating: 8/10
Following their second joint project, Suriya and Jyotika reveled in their rising stardom as a prominent duo when they were cast again for Kaakha Kaakha. This film, helmed by Gautham Vasudev Menon, was an action-packed thriller that marked Suriya’s first massive box office success. To this day, the popularity of Kaakha Kaakha remains strong. The narrative of the movie revolves around ACP Anbuselvan, who eliminates a notorious gangster. In retaliation, the slain gangster’s brother Pandya murders Anbuselvan’s wife, and the story unfolds as the cop battles the criminal underworld to avenge his loss.
4. Perazhagan (2004)
- Genre: Action/Comedy/Romance
- IMDb rating: 6.4/10
The plot of Perazhagan, directed by Sasi Shankar and starring Jyotika and Suriya, revolves around a phone booth operator who develops feelings for a blind woman and endeavors to help her regain her sight. Interestingly, the storyline also delves into the romance between Karthik, the phone booth operator’s doppelganger, and the police commissioner’s daughter. Notably, this film is a remake of Sasi Shankar’s 2002 Malayalam movie titled Kunjikoonan.
Apart from the main duo, Perazhagan stars Vivek, Aachi Manorama, Thalaivasal Vijay, and Shweta Konnur in prominent roles. You can watch this movie on Amazon Prime Video.
5. Maayavi (2005)
- Genre: Drama/Comedy
- IMDb rating: 4.9/10
The beautiful song above reflects the magical chemistry of Suriya and Jyothika for sure. Talking about the plot, filmmaker Singampuli’s helmed Maayavi is about Balaya, a robber who abducts Jyothika, an actress, to teach her a lesson. However, the story takes a turn when Jyothika grows fond of him after learning about his true nature. The film is loosely based on the novel The Fan Club by Irving Wallace. Maayavi marked the fifth collaboration between Suriya and Jyotika.
6. June R (2005)
- Genre: Family Drama
- IMDb rating: 4.7/10
Following is the woman-centric film titled “June R,” which stars Jyotika prominently. Suriya made an engaging appearance in a cameo role. The family drama was helmed by director Revathy Varmha and marked Jyotika’s 25th Tamil production. Alongside her, the movie includes notable performances from Khushbu Sundar, Saritha, and Biju Menon in significant roles.
As an ardent admirer, I can’t help but delve into the captivating tale that unfolds around the character of a resilient orphan girl named Jyotika, who yearns for the tender embrace of her mother’s affection. This cinematic journey takes us on a heartwarming rollercoaster ride, where our protagonist extends a helping hand to an elderly woman in distress and makes the selfless decision to adopt her when her own son wishes to relocate her to a retirement home. The Tamil cinematic titan, Suriya, graced the screen with his presence in a memorable cameo role, portraying Raja – a wealthy client of Jyotika’s advertising agency who finds himself captivated by her enchanting spirit and eventually falls deeply in love.
7. Sillunu Oru Kadhal (2006)
- Genre: Romance/Drama
- IMDb rating: 7.1/10
To wrap it up, we come to Sillunu Oru Kadhal, a film directed by Krishna. The main characters are Suriya, Jyotika, and Bhumika Chawla. Their story revolves around Kundavi, Goutham, and Ishwarya. Kundavi and Goutham are married with a 5-year-old daughter named Ishu. However, their peaceful life is disrupted when Kundavi discovers her husband Goutham had a past love, Ishwarya. The events following this revelation make up the core of Sillunu Oru Kadhal’s plot.
Wrapping up, we’ve reached the finale of the 7 films starring Suriya and Jyotika, transforming their real-life bond into a legendary on-screen duo. Out of these movies, which one do you consider your favorite? Share it with us in the comments below!
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2024-10-21 13:38