Vijaya Gurunatha Sethupathi Kalimuthu[4] (born 16 January 1978)[5] known professionally as Vijay Sethupathi, is an Indian film actor, producer, lyricist, and dialogue writer. Sethupathi works predominantly in Tamil besides few Telugu, Malayalam, and Hindi productions.[6][7] Referred to by fans and media as “Makkal Selvan”, meaning “People’s Treasure”. He has starred in more than 50 films including several successful ventures.[8][9]
Bio
Full NameVijaya Gurunatha SethupathiProfession(s)Actor, Producer, Screenwriter, Singer, LyricistFamous RolePrem Kumar in Tamil film Naduvula Konjam Pakkatha Kaanom (2012)Physical Stats & MoreHeight (approx.)in centimeters- 175 cm
in meters- 1.75 m
in Feet Inches- 5’ 9”Weight (approx.)in Kilograms- 65 kg
in Pounds- 143 lbsBody Measurements (approx.)Chest: 39 Inches
Waist: 33 Inches
Biceps: 12 InchesEye ColourBlackHair ColourBlackPersonal LifeDate of Birth16 January 1978Age (as of 2021)43 YearsBirthplaceRajapalayam, Tamil Nadu, IndiaZodiac signCapricornNationalityIndianHometownChennai, Tamil Nadu, IndiaSchoolMGR Higher Secondary School, Kodambakkam, Chennai
College Dhanraj Baid Jain College, ChennaiEducation QualificationsBachelor of Commerce (B.Com.)DebutFilm: M. Kumaran S/O Mahalakshmi (2004)
TV: Penn (Tamil, 2006)
Production: Orange Mittai (2015)
Singing & Songwriting: Straight Ah Poyee (2015)Awards, Honours• Tamil Nadu State Film Awards for Best Villain for the film “Sundarapandian” in 2012
• Asiavision Awards for Best Actor for “Dharma Durai” in 2016
Filmfare Awards South
• Best Actor for the film “Pizza” in 2012
• Best Actor-Tamil for the film “Vikram Vedha” in 2017
National Film Award
• Best Supporting Actor for ‘Super Deluxe’ at the 67th National Film AwardsFamilyNot much is known about his family.ReligionHinduismHobbiesSinging, writingGirls, Affairs and MoreMarital StatusMarriedMarriage DateYear 2003Affairs/GirlfriendsJessieWifeJessie



ChildrenDaughter– Shreeja
Son– Surya
Some Lesser Known Facts About Vijay Sethupathi
- Does Vijay Sethupathi drink alcohol?: Yes
- Vijay belongs to a Hindu family.
- Initially, he did many odd jobs – a salesman at a retail store, a cashier at a fast food joint, and a phone booth operator.
- He started his acting career in 2004 with the role of ‘Boxing spectator’ in the Tamil film ”M. Kumaran S/O Mahalakshmi.”
- In 2010, he acted in numerous short films such as ”Thuru”, ”Neer”, ”Petti Case”, ”Raa Vanam”, ”Kadhal Sutru”, ”Wind”, ”The Angel”, ”Kadhalithu Paar”, and ”Maa Thavam”.
- He won several awards for his role in Tamil film ”Naduvula Konjam Pakkatha Kaanom” (2012), such as Norway Tamil Film Festival Award for Best Actor, Edison Award (India) for Best Male Rising Star, and 7th Vijay Award for Best Actor (Special Jury Award).
- He wrote and produced the Tamil film ”Orange Mittai” (2015).
- He also wrote and sung several songs such as Straight Ah Poyee and Orae Oru Oorula from the Tamil film ”Orange Mittai” (2015).
- He owns a film production studio named ”Vijay Sethupathi Productions.”
