Actor Vijay, full name Joseph Vijay Chandrasekhar, is one of the most prominent and influential actors in Tamil cinema (Kollywood). Here's a detailed overview of his life and career

 Actor Vijay, full name Joseph Vijay Chandrasekhar, is one of the most prominent and influential actors in Tamil cinema (Kollywood). Here's a detailed overview of his life and career:

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🔹 Early Life 

• Born: June 22, 1974, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

• Parents:

  • Father: S. A. Chandrasekhar – film director

  • Mother: Shoba Chandrasekhar – playback singer

• Education: Attended Balalok Matriculation Higher Secondary School and Loyola College (briefly, before pursuing acting full-time)

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🎬 Acting Career

Debut and Early Years (1984–1996)

• First appearance: As a child actor in Vetri (1984), directed by his father

• Lead debut: Naalaiya Theerpu (1992) at age 18

• Early films like Rasigan (1994), Deva (1995), and Poove Unakkaga (1996) gained him a youth following

Rise to Stardom (1997–2003)

• Kadhalukku Mariyadhai (1997) – major breakthrough, won Tamil Nadu State Film Special Prize

• Other hits: Thulladha Manamum Thullum (1999), Kushi (2000), Friends (2001), and Thirupaachi (2005)

Commercial Mass Hero Era (2004–2011)

• Cemented his status as a “mass hero” with films like:

  • Ghilli (2004) – major blockbuster

  • Sivakasi, Pokkiri, Vettaikaaran

• Known for dance, dialogue delivery, and mass appeal

Modern Superstar (2012–Present)

• Reinvented his career with more stylish and socially themed films:

  • Thuppakki (2012)

  • Kaththi (2014)

  • Mersal (2017)

  • Sarkar (2018)

  • Master (2021)

  • Leo (2023), directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj

• Works with top directors like A.R. Murugadoss, Atlee, Lokesh Kanagaraj, and Nelson

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🎤 Other Talents

• Occasional playback singer (e.g., "Selfie Pulla")

• Known for powerful speeches and fan connection

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🏆 Awards and Honors

• Several Tamil Nadu State Awards

• Vijay Awards, SIIMA, and other popular accolades

• Consistently features in Forbes India Celebrity 100 list

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👨‍👩‍👧 Personal Life

• Married to: Sangeetha Sornalingam (1999)

• Children: One son (Jason Sanjay) and one daughter (Divya Sasha)

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🗳️ Political Entry (Upcoming)

• In 2024, Vijay announced plans to enter politics, forming a political party called “Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam” aimed at 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections.

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