Vijay Sethupathi

Vijay Sethupathi

Real NameVijaya Gurunatha Sethupathi Kalimuthu
NicknameMakkal Selvan
GenderMale
ProfessionActor, Producer, Screenwriter, Singer, Lyricist
Height5.9ft
Weight65 kg
Eye ColourBlack
Hair ColourBlack
Date of Birth16 January 1978
Age48 Years
Date of Death
Birth PlaceRajapalayam, Tamil Nadu, India
Hometown33-17, Poochi Athipedu, Thiru Nagar, Valasaravakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600087
NationalityIndian
Zodiac SignCapricorn
School / CollegeMGR Higher Secondary School, Kodambakkam, Chennai Dhanraj Baid Jain College, Chennai Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.)
ParentsDaughter - Shreeja Son - Surya
SpouseJessie
Marital StatusMarried
HobbiesSinging, writing
Net WorthINR 140 Crore

Facts

Late Entry into Acting: He didn't start his acting career until his late 20s. Before becoming an actor, he worked in various jobs, including as a salesman and a background actor in the film industry.

Debut Film: His first film appearance was in the 2004 film "M. Kumaran S/O Mahalakshmi," where he had a minor role. However, he gained recognition as a lead actor much later in his career.

Versatile Actor: Vijay Sethupathi is known for his remarkable versatility as an actor. He has portrayed a wide range of characters, from intense and dramatic roles to light-hearted and comical ones, earning him acclaim for his adaptability.

Multi-Talented: Apart from acting, he has also tried his hand at producing films. He co-produced the critically acclaimed film "Orange Mittai" (2015).

Work Ethic: He is known for his dedication to his roles and often goes to great lengths to get into character. For instance, he lost a significant amount of weight for his role in the film "Super Deluxe" (2019).

Social Initiatives: He has been involved in various social initiatives and has used his popularity to raise awareness about important issues.

Collaborations: He has worked with some of the biggest names in the Tamil film industry, including directors like Mani Ratnam and Karthik Subbaraj.