As mentioned earlier, this film gave Arya his "bad boy" image. The raw energy of the film, combined with Yuvan Shankar Raja’s chartbuster album, made it a youth favorite. The dialogue "Naan dhaan da Selva" became a fan favorite. Director: Vishnuvardhan Genre: Action Thriller
This underrated gem stars Arya as a fast-paced auto-rickshaw driver in a racing tournament. It is quirky, loud, and packed with dark humor. Though it failed at the box office upon release, it has gained a cult following for its unique style. Director: Jeeva Genre: College Romance arya tamil movies
However, it is in comedy where Arya truly shines. His timing in Boss Engira Baskaran and Settai (2013) is impeccable. He doesn't rely on punchlines; he relies on situational awkwardness and physical humor. Conversely, in action roles like Vettai or Sarpatta , he is pure adrenaline. Like any actor with a two-decade career, Arya has had his share of ups and downs. While Sarpatta Parambarai and Madrasapattinam were blockbusters, films like Vasuvum Saravananum Onna Padichavanga (2015) and Kadavul Irukaan Kumaru (2016) underperformed critically and commercially. As mentioned earlier, this film gave Arya his