| Real Name | Vijaya Gurunatha Sethupathi Kalimuthu |
| Nickname | Makkal Selvan |
| Gender | Male |
| Profession | Actor, Producer, Screenwriter, Singer, Lyricist |
| Height | 5.9ft |
| Weight | 65 kg |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Date of Birth | 16 January 1978 |
| Age | 48 Years |
| Date of Death | |
| Birth Place | Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Hometown | 33-17, Poochi Athipedu, Thiru Nagar, Valasaravakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600087 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
| School / College | MGR Higher Secondary School, Kodambakkam, Chennai Dhanraj Baid Jain College, Chennai Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) |
| Parents | Daughter - Shreeja Son - Surya |
| Spouse | Jessie |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Hobbies | Singing, writing |
| Net Worth | INR 140 Crore |
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.