Google Top Trends: Thalapathy Vijay beats Superstar Rajinikanth

In 2023, the Tamil film industry experienced a surge in successful movies and box office hits. Thalapathy Vijay claimed the top spot as the most searched Tamil actor on Google, surpassing other celebrities. The ranking included Superstar Rajinikanth in the second position, followed by Dhanush, Suriya, and Ajith Kumar.

Thalapathy Vijay was featured in two distinct movies during the year. The first film, "Varisu," directed by Vamshi Paidipally, faced criticism for its conventional storyline but still made a significant impact at the box office.

Vijay's second film, "Leo," directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, marked his entry into the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU) and received mixed reviews. Despite criticism for the story and screenwriting, the film became the fifth highest-grossing Indian film of 2023 and the highest-grossing film in Tamil Nadu.

Rajinikanth's "Jailer," directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, also achieved blockbuster status, making it a notable success in Tamil cinema.

Dhanush and Ajith Kumar, with films like "Vaathi" and "Thunivu," respectively, secured spots in the top 5 most searched actors, while Suriya maintained buzz with the upcoming release "Kanguva," despite not having a film release in the year.