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