Vijay

Overview

Known for
Acting
Gender
Male
Birthday
Jun 22, 1974 (50 years old)

Vijay

Known For

The Greatest of All Time
3h 3m
Movie 2024

The Greatest of All Time

A once decorated member of the Special Anti-Terrorism Squad (SATS) is called back into action by his former colleagues for an important mission, setting him on a dangerous collision course with his own past.

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Leo
2h 43m
Movie 2023

Leo

A mild-mannered man becomes a local hero through an act of violence, but it brings forth consequences with connection to a dangerous world, one which will shake his carefully constructed life to its very core.

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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, 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.