| Rank | Movie (Year) | Director | Rationale from Filmibeat | |------|--------------|----------|--------------------------| | 1 | (2013) | Suseenthiran | Called his “career-best” – raw, realistic action; Vishal as an undercover cop. | | 2 | Thupparivaalan (2017) | Mysskin | Just released before the article; praised for slick action and Sherlock-inspired role. | | 3 | Madha Gaja Raja (2013) | Sundar C | Commercial entertainer; comedy+action, fan favorite despite delayed release. | | 4 | Samar (2013) | Thiru | Underwater action sequences and a rugged avatar; noted for stunts. | | 5 | Naan Sigappu Manithan (2014) | Thiru | Action drama about narcolepsy; praised for blending disability with revenge action. | | 6 | Paayum Puli (2015) | Suseenthiran | Cop story with emotional father-son track; high-energy fight choreography. | | 7 | Vedalam (2015 – cameo) | Siva | Though Ajith’s film, Vishal’s cameo as a ruthless cop was highlighted. | | 8 | Poojai (2014) | Hari | Mass masala action; Vishal as a village strongman – typical Hari-style speed narration. | | 9 | Avan Ivan (2011) | Bala | Ensemble action-drama; Vishal’s negative/anti-hero role showed versatility. | | 10 | Thaamirabharani (2007) | Hari | Early career breakout; family action drama that cemented his mass image. |