Vadivelu
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Born in Madurai, Tamil Nadu in 1960, Vadivelu is an Indian comedian and actor who is one of the towering figures of Tamil-language film comedy. He shaped an entire generation of Tamil humor across dozens of hit films from the 1990s onward, in partnerships with directors and stars such as Vijay, Kamal Haasan and Suraj. He is beloved for his slapstick routines and endlessly quoted catchphrases in films such as Winner (2003), Aadhavan (2009) and Marumalarchi (1998). After a period away from the screen, he returned as leading man in Naai Sekar Returns (2022), reaffirming his hold on Tamil audiences.
Vadivelu
139 Movies
Born in Madurai, Tamil Nadu in 1960, Vadivelu is an Indian comedian and actor who is one of the towering figures of Tamil-language film comedy. He shaped an entire generation of Tamil humor across dozens of hit films from the 1990s onward, in partnerships with directors and stars such as Vijay, Kamal Haasan and Suraj. He is beloved for his slapstick routines and endlessly quoted catchphrases in films such as Winner (2003), Aadhavan (2009) and Marumalarchi (1998). After a period away from the screen, he returned as leading man in Naai Sekar Returns (2022), reaffirming his hold on Tamil audiences.
Movies
Plays Vadivu
Mersal
2017
Plays Sevalai Thevar
Manu Needhi
2000
Plays Murugesan
Chandramukhi
2005
Plays Thengakadai Thenappan
Kanthaswamy
2009
Plays Valayapathy
Muthu
1995
Plays Jeeva's friend
Aasai
1995
Plays Erimalai and Panimalai
Thalaimagan
2006
Plays Palavesham
Mudhalvan
1999
Plays Pattukunjam
Sivalinga
2017
Plays King Pulikesi XXIII / Ukkirabudhhan
Imsai Arasan 23rd Pulikecei
2006
Plays Velayutham
Maareesan
2025
Plays Wilson
Kadhal Desam
1996
Plays Murugesan
Chandramukhi 2
2023
Plays Ajay's Friend
Ratchagan
1997
Plays Sumo
Aaru
2005
Plays Body Soda
Pokkiri
2007
Plays Maadaswamy
Villu
2009
Plays Singaram
Gangers
2025
Plays Maamannan
Maamannan
2023
Plays Vadivelu / Vibration
Bagavathi
2002
Plays Vavval
Mr. Romeo
1996
Plays Maadasaamy Chettiar
Ottran
2003
Plays Kasab Kadai Vadivelu's Assistant
Maharasan
1993
Plays Subha
Singaravelan
1992
Plays Comedian
Sillunu Oru Kaadhal
2006
Plays Umbrella
Sura
2010
Plays Tenali Raman / Maamannar
Tenaliraman
2014
Plays Thangam
Arul
2004
Plays Esakki
Thevar Magan
1992
Plays 'Digil' Paandi
Viyabari
2007
Plays 'Saloon Kadai' Shanmugam
Kuselan
2008
Plays Banner-Kuppan 'Bannerji'
Aadhavan
2009
Plays Great Kirikalan
Rendu
2006
Plays Singaram
Kadhala Kadhala
1998
Plays Warden Vallaran
Thimiru
2006
Plays Soosai
Peranmai
2009
Plays Naai Sekar
Thalai Nagaram
2006
Plays Pandu
Madurey
2004
Plays Elisamy a.k.a. "Eli" / Jolly
Eli
2015
Plays Jackson
Thillalangadi
2010
Plays Kuzhandaivelu
Middle Class Madhavan
2001
Plays Kattabomman
Vaseegara
2003
Plays Contractor Nesamani
Friends
2001
Plays Pulipaandi
Majaa
2005
Plays Shiva
Valli
1993
Plays Shanmugam
Poovellam Kettuppar
1999
Plays Kuzhandaisaami
Vel
2007
Plays Karasingam A. C.
Ayya
2005
Plays Ammavasai
Kaavalan
2011
Plays Ayyasamy (Arnold)
Sachein
2005
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Vadivelu and where are they from?
Vadivelu is 66 years old, born on October 10, 1960 in Madurai, Tamilnadu, India.
What are the most famous roles of Vadivelu?
Vadivelu is best known for roles in Mersal, Chandramukhi, Pokkiri.
How many movies has Vadivelu been in?
Over a 35-year career (since 1991), Vadivelu has appeared in 139 movies and 0 TV shows.
What was Vadivelu's first movie?
The career of Vadivelu began with En Rasavin Manasile (1991).
What is Vadivelu's most recent movie or series?
Vadivelu's most recent release is Maareesan, which premiered on July 25, 2025.
Vadivelu
1960-10-10 · Madurai, Tamilnadu, India
Vadivelu is an Indian film actor, comedian and playback singer. Since the 1990s, he has acted mainly as a comedian in Tamil films and is renowned for his slapstick comedies. Vadivelu has won several Filmfare and Tamil Nadu State Film Awards.