Shanmuga Pandian
Born: 1993-04-06
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Shanmuga Pandian is an Indian actor in the Tamil film industry, known for his action and culturally themed roles. He made his acting debut with Sagaptham (2015) and gained recognition with Madura Veeran (2018), a film highlighting the tradition of Jallikattu. Born in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, he is the son of veteran actor and politician Vijayakanth and Premalatha Alagarswami. Shanmuga continues to build his career with upcoming projects like Padai Thalaivan (2025), showcasing his dedication to both action-packed and meaningful cinema.
Shanmuga Pandian is an Indian actor in the Tamil film industry, known for his action and culturally themed roles. He made his acting debut with Sagaptham (2015) and gained recognition with Madura Veeran (2018), a film highlighting the tradition of Jallikattu. Born in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, he is the son of veteran actor and politician Vijayakanth and Premalatha Alagarswami. Shanmuga continues to build his career with upcoming projects like Padai Thalaivan (2025), showcasing his dedication to both action-packed and meaningful cinema.
Shanmuga Pandian is an Indian actor primarily working in the Tamil film industry. Born on 6 April 1993 in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, he is the son of veteran actor and politician Vijayakanth and Premalatha Alagarswami. Shanmuga pursued his education at Loyola College, Chennai, and developed a strong interest in cinema from a young age, inspired by his father’s work in films and politics. He made his acting debut with Sagaptham (2015), where he portrayed the character Saga. Although the film received mixed reviews, it marked Shanmuga’s entry into Tamil cinema. He gained recognition with Madura Veeran (2018), directed by PG Muthiah, which explored the cultural significance of Jallikattu and showcased his potential in action-oriented roles. Shanmuga continues to build his career with diverse projects, including the upcoming film Padai Thalaivan (2025), directed by U. Anbu, which revolves around the bond between a mahout and his elephant, set against a tribal backdrop. Beyond films, he has appeared on television reality shows, including a special guest appearance on Dance Jodi Dance Reloaded 3, further enhancing his visibility among audiences.
Shanmuga Pandian is an Indian actor primarily working in the Tamil film
industry. Born on 6 April 1993 in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, he is the son of veteran actor and politician Vijayakanth and Premalatha Alagarswami. Shanmuga pursued his education at Loyola College, Chennai, and developed a strong interest in cinema from a young age, inspired by his father’s work in films and politics.
He made his acting debut with Sagaptham (2015), where he portrayed the character Saga. Although the film received mixed reviews, it marked Shanmuga’s entry into Tamil cinema. He gained recognition with Madura Veeran (2018), directed by PG Muthiah, which explored the cultural significance of Jallikattu and showcased his potential in action-oriented roles.
Shanmuga continues to build his career with diverse projects, including the upcoming film Padai Thalaivan (2025), directed by U. Anbu, which revolves around the bond between a mahout and his elephant, set against a tribal backdrop. Beyond films, he has appeared on television reality shows, including a special guest appearance on Dance Jodi Dance Reloaded 3, further enhancing his visibility among audiences.
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Personal details
- Alternative names Shanmuga, SP
- Height 5'10"
- Born April 06, 1993 · Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India
- Relatives V. Vijaya Prabhakaran(Siblings)
- Other works
- Actor
Parents
Vijayakanth (father)
Premalatha (mother)
FAQ
Shanmuga Pandian is an Indian actor in the Tamil film industry, known for movies like Madura Veeran and Padai Thalaivan. He is the son of actor and politician Vijayakanth.
His notable films include Sagaptham (2015), Madura Veeran (2018), and the upcoming Padai Thalaivan (2025).
Shanmuga Pandian was born on 6 April 1993 in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India.
He is the son of Vijayakanth and Premalatha Alagarswami, and his elder brother is Vijay Prabhakar Alagarswami.
Shanmuga Pandian is known for action-packed roles and films that highlight Tamil culture and traditions, often portraying heroic and strong characters.
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Trivia
Shanmuga Pandian is the son of veteran actor and politician Vijayakanth.
Made his acting debut with Sagaptham (2015).
Gained recognition with Madura Veeran (2018), a film highlighting the cultural tradition of Jallikattu.
Studied at Loyola College, Chennai, and developed an early interest in films.
Appeared as a special guest on TV shows like Dance Jodi Dance Reloaded 3.
Quotes
“I want to bring meaningful action to Tamil cinema while respecting our culture.”
“Every role I take is a step towards carving my own identity in the industry.”
Trademarks
Action-oriented roles with cultural themes.
Portrays strong, heroic characters inspired by Tamil traditions.
Incorporates family legacy and emotional depth in performances.
Nicknames
Shanmuga
Salaries
Estimated ₹1–2 crore per film
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