Ponniyin Selvan: Part Two (PS2) is a 2023 epic Tamil historical drama directed by Mani Ratnam, concluding the story from Ponniyin Selvan: Part One, based on Kalki Krishnamurthy's novel about the Chola Dynasty, focusing on political intrigue, revenge, and the journey of Prince Arulmozhi Varman (Rajaraja I) amidst conspiracies and tragic romance, starring Vikram, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Karthi, and Trisha. The film explores the fates of Aditha Karikalan and Nandini, the power struggles for the throne, and the threats facing the Chola Empire, praised for its scale, performances, and AR Rahman's music but also noted for changes from the book
RRR (Rise, Roar, Revolt) is a 2022 Indian Telugu-language epic action-drama by S. S. Rajamouli, famous for its over-the-top action and themes of friendship, set in British colonial India. The fictional story follows two real-life revolutionaries, Komaram Bheem (N. T. Rama Rao Jr.) and Alluri Sitarama Raju (Ram Charan), who form an intense bond before discovering their opposing roles in fighting the British Raj, leading to explosive heroism and epic set pieces. It became a global phenomenon for its stunning visuals, music, and thrilling storytelling, breaking box office records.
Soorarai Pottru is a critically acclaimed 2020 Tamil biographical drama starring Suriya, directed by Sudha Kongara, inspired by the life of Air Deccan founder G. R. Gopinath, about an ambitious man's fight to launch a low-cost airline for common people, highlighting perseverance and challenging industry norms, released digitally on Amazon Prime Video.