Vijay

Personal Info

Known For

Acting

Born

1974-06-22

Place of Birth

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Vijay

Biography

Vijay was born on June 22, 1974 with the given name at birth "Joseph Vijay Chandrasekhar", is one of the most celebrated actors in Indian cinema, known for his exceptional contributions to Tamil cinema. With a career spanning over three decades, Vijay has established himself as a box-office phenomenon, delivering some of the highest-grossing Tamil films of all time, and at the same time being an icon in Tamil culture and film industry. His successful films include: "Ghilli" (2004), the first Tamil film to surpass ₹50 crore at the box office, "Thuppakki" (2012), which marked a turning point in Indian action cinema and hitting past the ₹100 crore box office, "Kaththi" (2014) which earned approximately ₹130 crore globally, "Mersal" (2017) which grossed around ₹255 crore worldwide, "Sarkar" (2018) amassed over ₹250 crore globally, "Bigil" (2019) collected approximately ₹300 crore worldwide, "Master" (2021) which despite the COVID-19 pandemic-related challenges did gross around ₹242.5 crore globally. And "Leo" (2023) which became Vijay's highest-grossing movie earning over ₹600 crore worldwide, and setting new benchmarks in Tamil cinema. Many of his films would be achieving record-breaking success and cementing his dominance in Indian cinema with its staggering global earnings and popularity. Known for his versatility, Vijay excels in a range of genres, including action, comedy, drama, and romance, captivating audiences with his charismatic screen presence, dance skills, and powerful performances. Famously called as "Thalapathy" (which means "Commander" in Tamil) by his fans, Vijay's influence extends beyond cinema, as his films often address pressing social issues, resonating deeply with audiences. With a massive global fan base, his impact on the South Indian film industry is unparalleled, and his philanthropic endeavours further enhance his stature as a cultural icon. Vijay’s unparalleled success and ability to connect with audiences have made him one of the most influential and bankable stars in Indian cinema.

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Acting History

2026
Jana Nayagan as Thalapathy Vetrikondaan
2024
The Greatest of All Time as Gandhi / Jeevan
2023
Leo as Parthiban / Leo Das
2023
Varisu as Vijay Rajendran
2022
Beast as Veera Raghavan
2021
Master as John 'JD' Durairaj
2019
Bigil as Michael 'Bigil' Rayappan / Rayappan
2018
Sarkar as Sundar Ramasamy
2017
Mersal as Vetrimaaran/ Vetri/ Maaran
2017
Bairavaa as Bairavaa
2016
Theri as Dragon
2015
Puli as Marudheeran / Pulivendhan
2014
Kaththi as Kathiresan / Jeevanandham
2014
Jilla as Sakthi
2013
Thalaivaa as Vishwa (Vishwa Bhai)
2012
Thuppakki as Jagadish
2012
Rowdy Rathore as Special Appearance in "Chinta Ta Ta Chita Chita" song
2012
Nanban as Panchavan "Pari" Pariventhan / Kosaksi "Pappu" Pasapugazh
2011
Velayudham as Velayudham
2011
Kaavalan as Bhoominathan
2010
Sura as Sura
2009
Vettaikaaran as Ravi
2009
Villu as Pugazh and Major Saravanan
2008
Pandhayam as Himself (Special Appearance)
2008
Kuruvi as Vetrivel aka Velu
2007
Azhagiya Tamil Magan as Guru / Prasad
2007
Pokkiri as Tamizh
2006
Aathi as Aathi
2005
Sivakasi as Sivakasi / Muthappa
2005
Sukran as Sukran
2005
Sachein as Sachin
2005
Thirupaachi as Sivagiri
2004
Madurey as Madureyvel
2004
Ghilli as Saravanavelu
2004
Udhaya as Udhaya Kumar
2003
Thirumalai as Thirumalai
2003
Puthiya Geethai as Sarathy
2003
Vaseegara as Bhoopathy
2002
Bagavathi as Bagavathi
2002
Youth as Shiva
2002
Thamizhan as Surya
2001
Shahjahan as Ashok
2001
Badri as Badri
2001
Friends as Aravindan
2000
Priyamaanavale as Vijay Vishwanathan
2000
Kushi as Shiva
2000
Kannukkul Nilavu as Gautham Prabhakar
1999
Minsara Kanna as Kannan
1999
Nenjinile as Karunkaran
1999
Endrendrum Kadhal as Vijay
1999
Thulladha Manamum Thullum as Kutty
1998
Nilaave Vaa as Siluvai
1998
Priyamudan as Vasanth
1998
Ninaithen Vandhai as Gokula Krishnan Gounder (Gokul)
1997
Kadhalukku Mariyaadai as Jeevanandhan
1997
Nerrukku Ner as Vijay
1997
Once More as Vijay
1997
Love Today as Ganesh
1997
Kaalamellam Kaathiruppen as Kannan
1996
Selva as Selva
1996
Vasantha Vaasal
1996
Maanbumigu Maanavan as Siva
1996
Poove Unakkaga as Raja
1996
Coimbatore Mappillai as Balu
1995
Chandralekha as Rahim
1995
Rajavin Parvaiyile as Raja
1995
Vishnu as Vishnu
1995
Deva as Deva
1994
Rasigan as Vijay
1993
Sendhoorapandi as Vijay
1992
Naalaiya Theerpu as Vijay
1988
Ithu Engal Neethi as Child Artist
1985
Naan Sigappu Manithan as Child Artist (Uncredited Role)
1984
Vetri as Child Artist (Uncredited Role)