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Vijay Sethupathi

Born: January 16, 1978
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FAN SCORE
75
POPULARITY
75

Vijay Sethupathi, fondly called “Makkal Selvan” (People’s Treasure), is a renowned Indian actor and producer who has left a remarkable mark on Tamil cinema through his diverse acting... Read more

Vijay Sethupathi, fondly called “Makkal Selvan” (People’s Treasure), is a renowned Indian actor and producer who has left a remarkable mark on Tamil cinema through his diverse acting skills and unique selection of roles. Show less

ROLES
Actor, Producer
HEIGHT
5′ 7″ (1.70 m)
BIRTH PLACE
Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadu, India

Quick Info

Born January 16, 1978
Birth Place Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadu, India
Height 5′ 7″ (1.70 m)
Fan Score 75
Popularity 75
Roles Actor, Producer

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Known For

Filmography

Videos

Thalaivan Thalaivii - Title Teaser | Vijay Sethupathi,...
Master - Official Teaser | Thalapathy Vijay | Anirudh R...
Train Team wishes Vijay Sethupathi | Mysskin | Kalaippu...
Ace - Sneak Peek 02 | Vijay Sethupathi, Rukmini, Yogi B...
Maharaja – Trailer (Tamil) | Vijay Sethupathi |Anurag K...

Personal Details

Alternative Names Vijaya Gurunatha Sethupathi, Makkal Selvan
Official Sites www.instagram.com
Children Surya, Shreeja
Parents Kalimuthu, Saraswathi
Relatives Surya Vijay Sethupathi (son), Shreeja (daughter)

Did You Know

Trivia
  • Before becoming an actor, Vijay Sethupathi worked as an accountant in Dubai.

    He appeared in over a dozen uncredited background roles before his breakthrough.

    He owns a production company named Vijay Sethupathi Productions.

    He is one of the few Tamil actors to portray a transgender character with critical acclaim (in Super Deluxe).

    He studied B.Com at Dhanraj Baid Jain College in Chennai.
Quotes
  • "I don’t act to impress, I act to express."
Trademarks
  • Portraying realistic, unconventional characters

    Minimalist acting style with natural dialogue delivery
Nicknames
  • Makkal Selvan (People’s Treasure)

    VJS

    Vijay Sethu
Salaries
  • Charges approximately ₹8–15 crore per film (varies based on the project and language)

    For big-budget multilingual films like “Jawan”, his salary reportedly exceeded ₹20 crore

Frequently Asked Questions

01

What is Vijay Sethupathi's real name?

Vijay Sethupathi's full name is Vijaya Gurunatha Sethupathi Kalimuthu.

02

Why is Vijay Sethupathi called "Makkal Selvan"?

He was given the title “Makkal Selvan” (People’s Treasure) by director Seenu Ramasamy, recognizing his humility, talent, and connection with the common people.

03

Has Vijay Sethupathi worked outside Tamil cinema?

Yes, he has acted in Telugu, Malayalam, and Hindi films, including the Bollywood film "Mumbaikar" and Shah Rukh Khan’s "Jawan" (2023).

04

Is Vijay Sethupathi involved in any work besides acting?

Yes, he is also a producer, lyricist, playback singer, and has hosted the Tamil TV show “Namma Ooru Hero.”

05

Has Vijay Sethupathi won any national awards?

Yes, he won the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in the film "Super Deluxe" (2019), where he played a transgender character.

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