chiyaan vikram shelved movies

5 Vikram action blockbusters rejected by Rajinikanth and others

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2 R Madhavan blockbusters rejected by Chiyaan Vikram

Vikram's supremacy

Chiyaan Vikram is renowned for his acting prowess. From thrillers to romance and action drama, he has delivered notable roles.

2 R Madhavan blockbusters rejected by Chiyaan Vikram (1)

Missed hits

Rajinikanth to Ajith Kumar, several top actors of Tamil cinema has rejected action blockbuster films that turned a huge gain for Vikram. Take a look:

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I (ZEE5)

Rajinikanth was reportedly offered the lead in this action thriller. However, he rejected the film and it went to Vikram. 

Saamy (Prime Video)

Before Chiyaan Vikram, the makers reportedly approached Rajinikanth and Ajith Kumar for the cop role.

Anniyan (Sun NXT)

Not Vikram but this cult classic blockbuster film was first offered to Rajinikanth. 

Dhool (Sun NXT)

Ajith and Thalapathy Vijay were both initially offered the lead in this superhit action film. However, they lost this mega opportunity to Chiyaan Vikram. 

Gemini (Sun NXT)

Vikram was not the first choice for this action drama. It was initially offered to Ajith Kumar, who was later replaced.

Dhruva Natchathiram

Vikram is set to feature in this upcoming action film in May. However, the role was initially offered to Suriya.