Vijay Sethupathi
Born in Tamil Nadu in 1978, Vijay Sethupathi worked in accounts and as a struggling actor for years before breaking through in Pizza (2012). He built a reputation as one of Tamil cinema's most versatile leads through films like Soodhu Kavvum (2013), Vikram Vedha (2017) and 96 (2018). He crossed into Malayalam and Hindi in Master (2021) and Vikram (2022) alongside Kamal Haasan, then took the villain role in Shah Rukh Khan's blockbuster Jawan (2023). Nicknamed Makkal Selvan (people's treasure) by his fans, he is admired for choosing character-driven material even at the height of his stardom.
Vijay Sethupathi
77 Movies · 3 Series
Born in Tamil Nadu in 1978, Vijay Sethupathi worked in accounts and as a struggling actor for years before breaking through in Pizza (2012). He built a reputation as one of Tamil cinema's most versatile leads through films like Soodhu Kavvum (2013), Vikram Vedha (2017) and 96 (2018). He crossed into Malayalam and Hindi in Master (2021) and Vikram (2022) alongside Kamal Haasan, then took the villain role in Shah Rukh Khan's blockbuster Jawan (2023). Nicknamed Makkal Selvan (people's treasure) by his fans, he is admired for choosing character-driven material even at the height of his stardom.
Movies
Plays Police Officer
Jailer 2
2026
Plays Kalee Gaikwad
Jawan
2023
Plays Bathvachalam 'Baththa'
Baththa
2026
Plays Mahadev
Gandhi Talks
2026
Plays Maharaja
Maharaja
2024
Plays Sandhanam
Vikram
2022
Plays Inspector Rasool Ibrahim
Chekka Chivantha Vaanam
2018
Plays Bhavani / Young Bhavani (voice)
Master
2021
Plays Ramachandran "Ram" Krishnamoorthy
96
2018
Plays Shilpa
Super Deluxe
2019
Plays Ramaiah
Kadaisi Vivasayi
2022
Plays Rajapaandi
Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy
2019
Plays Vedha
Vikram Vedha
2017
Plays Jithu
Petta
2019
Plays Anbu (Photo Appearance)
Thudarum
2025
Plays M. Vascodagama
DSP
2022
Plays Agashaveeran
Thalaivan Thalaivii
2025
Plays Albert Arogyasami
Merry Christmas
2024
Plays Vikramadithyan
Imaikkaa Nodigal
2018
Plays Michael's Caretaker (Special Appearance)
Michael
2023
Plays Rayanam
Uppena
2021
Plays Bold Kannan
Ace
2025
Plays Perumal "Vaathiyaar"
Viduthalai: Part I
2023
Plays Ranjangudi Anbarasu Murugesa 'Rambo' Boopathy Oohindhiran
Kaathuvaakula Rendu Kaadhal
2022
Plays Micheal Karthikeyan
Pizza
2012
Plays Ganesh, Jeeva's friend (Supporting Cameo)
Naan Mahaan Alla
2010
Plays Kathir
Kadhalum Kadanthu Pogum
2016
Plays Anbu's Henchman
Pudhupettai
2006
Plays 'Pondy' Pandi
Naanum Rowdydhaan
2015
Plays Perumal "Vaathiyaar"
Viduthalai: Part II
2024
Plays Sethupathi
Annabelle Sethupathi
2021
Plays Special Appearance
Traffic Ramasamy
2018
Plays Gandhi Arumugan
Aandavan Kattalai
2016
Plays Murugan
Thenmerku Paruvakatru
2010
Plays Joseph
Rummy
2014
Plays Kumaravel (Sumar Moonji Kumar)
Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara
2013
Plays Yemalingam
Purampokku Engira Podhuvudamai
2015
Plays God
Oh My Kadavule
2020
Producer
Plays Pakkiri
Laabam
2021
Plays Singaravelan
Tughlaq Durbar
2021
Plays (Voice)
Turbo
2024
Plays Das
Soodhu Kavvum
2013
Plays Dr. Phoenix Raj (in a special appearance)
Katha Nayagan
2017
Plays Dr. Dharmadurai
Dharmadurai
2016
Producer
Plays Junga
Junga
2018
Plays Lorry Driver
Kadaseela Biriyani
2021
Plays Tilak
Kavan
2017
Plays Gauri Shankar
19(1)(a)
2022
Plays Yaman
Oru Nalla Naal Paathu Solren
2018
Plays Michael
Iraivi
2016
Latest Trailers
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Baththa
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Train
Chandrababu
2026
Film
Jailer 2
Police Officer
2026
Film
Baththa
Bathvachalam 'Baththa'
2026
Film
Muthu Alias Kaattaan
'Kaattaan' Muthu · 10 episodes
2026–
TV
Gandhi Talks
Mahadev
2026
Film
Thalaivan Thalaivii
Agashaveeran
2025
Film
Ace
Bold Kannan
2025
Film
Thudarum
Anbu (Photo Appearance)
2025
Film
Viduthalai: Part II
Perumal "Vaathiyaar"
2024
Film
Photos
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Vijay Sethupathi and where are they from?
Vijay Sethupathi is 48 years old, born on January 16, 1978 in Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadu, India.
What are the most famous roles of Vijay Sethupathi?
Vijay Sethupathi is best known for roles in Jawan, Maharaja, Vikram Vedha.
How many movies has Vijay Sethupathi been in?
Over a 30-year career (since 1996), Vijay Sethupathi has appeared in 76 movies and 3 TV shows.
What was Vijay Sethupathi's first movie?
The career of Vijay Sethupathi began with Gokulathil Seethai (1996).
What is Vijay Sethupathi's most recent movie or series?
Vijay Sethupathi's most recent release is Jailer 2, which premiered on October 14, 2026.
What TV shows has Vijay Sethupathi appeared in?
On television, Vijay Sethupathi has appeared in Farzi, The Great Indian Kapil Show, Navarasa, Bigg Boss.
Does Vijay Sethupathi have any upcoming projects?
Yes, Vijay Sethupathi's upcoming work includes: Train (2026), Pocket Novel (2026), Inji Vellam (2027).
Vijay Sethupathi
1978-01-16 · Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadu, India
Vijay Sethupathi (born 16 January 1978) is an Indian film actor, producer, lyricist, and dialogue writer. Sethupathi works predominantly in Tamil besides few Telugu, Malayalam, and Hindi productions. Often referred to by fans and media as "Makkal Selvan" meaning "People's Treasure", he is considered to be one of the most talented and versatile actors of his generation.