Kaithi (2020) is a Tamil-language action thriller directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. The film follows Dilli (Karthi), a recently released prisoner who dreams of meeting his daughter for the first time. However, his plans take a drastic turn when he gets caught in a deadly situation. A group of police officers, led by Bejoy (Narain), seize a massive drug haul, enraging a powerful crime syndicate. As revenge, the gang poisons the police force, leaving Bejoy in desperate need of help.

Reluctantly, Dilli is forced to drive a truck filled with unconscious officers to safety while being pursued by relentless gangsters. With limited resources, high stakes, and an intense time constraint, he fights his way through waves of attackers using brute strength and sharp instincts. The film is a gripping, high-octane survival story, packed with intense action sequences and a raw emotional core.

With its gripping screenplay, stunning cinematography, and Anirudh Ravichander’s electrifying background score, Kaithi delivers a unique, no-nonsense action experience without any unnecessary commercial elements. The film received widespread acclaim and became a box office success, cementing itself as one of the best action thrillers in Tamil cinema.