(2022) : Played the antagonist "Sandhanam" in Kamal Haasan’s action blockbuster [9, 11].

(2019) : Earned him the for Best Supporting Actor for his portrayal of Shilpa, a transgender woman [14, 17, 22]. Breakthrough & Iconic Lead Roles (2012–2017)

(2021) : Played the ruthless villain "Bhavani" against Thalapathy Vijay [9, 22].

(2013) : Famous for his "Kumaru" character and comedic timing [14, 18]. Naanum Rowdy Dhaan

Played a memorable antagonist role that earned him the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Villain.

(2010) : His first lead role, which won three National Awards [8, 22]. Seethakaathi

| Year | Film Title | Role | Notes | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | 2010 | Thenmerku Paruvakaatru | Murugan | Debut film; supporting role | | 2011 | Nootrenbadhu | Guest | Cameo appearance | | 2012 | Pizza | Michael Karthikeyan | Breakthrough lead role | | 2012 | Sundarapandian | Sundarapandian | Rural drama; critical acclaim | | 2012 | Naduvula Konjam Pakkatha Kaanom | Ram | Black comedy; cult classic | | 2013 | Soodhu Kavvum | Das | Dark comedy crime thriller | | 2013 | Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara | Balakumara | Satirical comedy | | 2013 | Rummy | Sakkarai | Romantic drama | | 2014 | Pannaiyarum Padminiyum | Murugan | Family drama; National Award for Best Feature Film in Tamil | | 2014 | Kathi | Cameo | Suriya's blockbuster | | 2015 | Kaaki Sattai | Mathimaran | First action mass-hero attempt | | 2015 | Naanum Rowdy Dhaan | "Rowdy" Ponram | Romantic action comedy | | 2015 | Orange Mittai | Kaasi | Emotional drama; also producer |

These projects represent significant markers in his career trajectory: Thenmerku Paruvakaatru