Jagame Thandhiram (2021), directed by Karthik Subbaraj, is a Tamil-language action thriller that follows Suruli (Dhanush), a carefree gangster from Madurai. Suruli is recruited by Peter Sprott (James Cosmo), a xenophobic British crime lord, to eliminate his rival Sivadoss (Joju George), who supports immigrants in London. Initially motivated by financial gain, Suruli betrays Sivadoss during a staged peace talk, leading to Sivadoss’s death and earning Suruli a reward and control over “Little Madurai,” a Tamil enclave in London.

As Suruli becomes involved with Attila (Aishwarya Lekshmi), a Sri Lankan Tamil singer, he learns about Sivadoss’s true mission to aid immigrants and the oppressive BICORE bill that threatens their existence. Realizing the consequences of his actions, Suruli decides to oppose Peter’s plans. In a climactic turn, Suruli and his allies confront Peter, ultimately exiling him to a remote location without identity or resources. The film blends action with themes of identity, belonging, and the immigrant experience, though it received mixed reviews for its pacing and narrative execution.