Quick Info
| Profession | Actor, Producer, Screenwriter, Singer, Lyricist |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 16/01/1978 |
| Age | 48 years |
| Birthplace | Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Hometown | Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
Latest News about Vijay Sethupathi
29/06/2025
Vijay Sethupathi’s son Surya was highlighted after his film debut in Jawan, with media coverage focusing on the family connection and the actor speaking proudly about his son’s first steps in cinema. The coverage placed the debut in the context of Vijay Sethupathi’s own popularity and the attention surrounding the launch of Surya’s acting career.
23/05/2025
His film Ace was released in theatres on 23 May 2025, adding another major title to his lineup. Later coverage noted that the film was fairly well received even though its promotions were limited.
22/02/2025
Vijay Sethupathi donated ₹1.30 crore to the Film Employees Federation of South India’s housing project for film workers. The contribution was reported as part of an effort to support construction of homes for workers in the industry.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Vijaya Gurunatha Sethupathi |
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| Famous Role | Prem Kumar in Tamil film Naduvula Konjam Pakkatha Kaanom (2012) |
| Nickname | Makkal Selvan (People's Treasure) |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 175 cm (1.75 m / 5' 9") | ||||||
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| Weight | 65 kg (143 lbs) | ||||||
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| Eye Color | Black | ||||||
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | MGR Higher Secondary School, Kodambakkam, Chennai |
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| College | Dhanraj Baid Jain College, Chennai |
| Education Qualification | Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Hobbies | Singing, writing |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Marriage Date | Year 2003 |
Relationships & More
| Affairs/Girlfriends | Jessie |
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| Wife | Jessie |
Family
| Spouse | Jessie |
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Career
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/actorvijaysethupathi/ | |
| https://x.com/VijaySethuOffl |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Vijay Sethupathi does consume alcohol. | |
| 2. He comes from a Hindu background. | |
| 3. Initially, he worked various jobs like sales, cashier, and phone booth operator. | |
| 4. His acting debut was in 2004 with a small role in the Tamil movie "M. Kumaran S/O Mahalakshmi.” | |
| 5. In 2010, he appeared in numerous short films and won recognition. | |
| 6. For his role in the Tamil movie "Naduvula Konjam Pakkatha Kaanom" (2012), he received multiple awards. | |
| 7. He wrote and produced the Tamil film "Orange Mittai” in 2015. | |
| 8. He is also a songwriter and singer for songs in “Orange Mittai” (2015). | |
| 9. Vijay owns a film production company called "Vijay Sethupathi Productions.” | |
| 10. Initially cast in the film "800” (2023) based on Muttiah Muralitharan’s life, he withdrew from the project due to political pressures. | |
| 11. Before his acting career, he worked as an NRI accountant in Dubai. | |
| 12. He worked as a background actor for over five years before landing his first lead role. | |
| 13. He has worked with director Seenu Ramasamy on multiple films, who gave him the nickname Makkal Selvan. | |
| 14. He has starred in films across Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Hindi cinema. |