Vijay Sethupathi
Biography
Vijay Sethupathi is an Indian film actor, producer, lyricist, and dialogue writer. Born on 16 January 1978, in Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadu, India, he predominantly works in Tamil cinema, with occasional appearances in Telugu, Malayalam, and Hindi productions. Known for his versatility and talent, he is often referred to by fans and media as "Makkal Selvan" meaning "People's Treasure". Sethupathi has acted in numerous films, with over 128 known credits.
Career overview
Vijay Sethupathi is a prominent Indian film actor. He predominantly works in the Tamil film industry, with some appearances in Telugu, Malayalam, and Hindi productions. Sethupathi has established himself as a versatile actor, known for his talent and range.
Throughout his career, Vijay Sethupathi has accumulated a significant number of acting credits. He has appeared in numerous films, with a total of 128 known credits. This extensive body of work has contributed to his reputation as one of the most skilled actors of his generation.
Sethupathi is often referred to by fans and media as "Makkal Selvan," which translates to "People's Treasure." This nickname reflects his enduring popularity and respect within the Indian film industry.
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143 titles- Thaai Kizhavi (2026) Lyricist
- Gandhi Talks (2026) as Mahadev
- Muthu Alias Kaattaan (2026) as 'Kaattaan' Muthu
- Muthu Alias Kaattaan (2026) Producer
- Jailer 2 (2026)
- Kadhal Kadhai Sollava (2026) as Self
- Arasan (2026)
- Kiss (2025) as Narrator
- Thudarum (2025) as Anbu (Photo Appearance)
- Ace (2025) as Bold Kannan
- Thalaivan Thalaivii (2025) as Agashaveeran
- Bun Butter Jam (2025) Lyricist
- The Great Indian Kapil Show (2024) as Self
- Maharaja (2024) as Maharaja
- Turbo (2024) as (Voice)
- Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairy Tale (2024) as Self
- Merry Christmas (2024) as Albert Arogyasami
- Viduthalai: Part II (2024) as Perumal "Vaathiyaar"
- Yaavarum Vallavare (2024) as Special Appearance
- Farzi (2023) as Michael Vedanayagam
- Jawan (2023) as Kalee Gaikwad
- Azhagiya Kanne (2023) as Self
- Michael (2023) as Michael's Caretaker (Special Appearance)
- Maaveeran (2023) as Maaveeran's Narrator
- Viduthalai: Part I (2023) as Perumal "Vaathiyaar"
- Mumbaikar (2023)
- Kulasami (2023) Dialogue
- Yaadhum Oore Yaavarum Kelir (2023) as Punithan/ Kirubanadhi
- Kadaisi Vivasayi (2022) as Ramaiah
- Vikram (2022) as Sandhanam
- Parole (2022) as Self - Narrator (voice)
- 19(1)(a) (2022) as Gauri Shankar
- DSP (2022) as M. Vascodagama
- Kaathuvaakula Rendu Kaadhal (2022) as Ranjangudi Anbarasu Murugesa 'Rambo' Boopathy Oohindhiran
- Maamanithan (2022) as Radhakrishnan
- Navarasa (2021) as Dheena
- Navarasa (2021) Dialogue
- Blue Bird (2021) Presenter
- Kutty Story (2021) as Married man
- Kadaseela Biriyani (2021) as Lorry Driver
- Master (2021) as Bhavani / Young Bhavani (voice)
- MasterChef Tamil (2021) as Self - Host
- Uppena (2021) as Rayanam
- Annabelle Sethupathi (2021) as Sethupathi
- Tughlaq Durbar (2021) as Singaravelan
- Laabam (2021) as Pakkiri
- Laabam (2021) Producer
- Mughizh (2021) as Vijay
- Mughizh (2021) Producer
- Dhira (2020) as Dhira (Voice)
- Oh My Kadavule (2020) as God
- Ka/Pae. Ranasingam (2020) as Ranasingam
- Andava Kaanom (2020) as Anda (voice)
- Chennai Palani Mars (2019) Producer
- Chennai Palani Mars (2019) Co-Writer
- Ispade Rajavum Idhaya Raniyum (2019) Playback Singer
- Marconi Mathai (2019) as Self
- Namma Ooru Hero (2019) as Self - Presenter
- Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy (2019) as Rajapaandi
- Super Deluxe (2019) as Shilpa
- Petta (2019) as Jithu
- Action (2019) as Guest Appearance
- Sangathamizhan (2019) as Sangathamizhan / Murugan
- Devarattam (2019) Playback Singer
- Sindhubaadh (2019) as Thiru
- Merku Thodarchi Malai (2018) Producer
- Junga (2018) as Junga
- Junga (2018) Producer
- Imaikkaa Nodigal (2018) as Vikramadithyan
- Traffic Ramasamy (2018) as Special Appearance
- 96 (2018) as Ramachandran "Ram" Krishnamoorthy
- Chekka Chivantha Vaanam (2018) as Rasool Ebrahim
- Oru Nalla Naal Paathu Solren (2018) as Yaman
- Seethakathi (2018) as 'Ayya' Aadhimoolam
- Katha Nayagan (2017) as Dr. Phoenix Raj (in a special appearance)
- Kattappava Kaanom (2017) as Narrator
- Kattappava Kaanom (2017) Thanks
- Vikram Vedha (2017) as Vedha
- Thiruttu Payale 2 (2017) as Self - Narrator (voice)
- Karuppan (2017) as Karuppan
- Kavan (2017) as Tilak
- Ippadai Vellum (2017) as Narrator
- Puriyaatha Puthir (2017) as Kathir
- 8 Thottakkal (2017) Thanks
- Bigg Boss (2017) as Self - Host
- Rekka (2016) as Shiva
- Vaaimai (2016) as Narrator
- Dharmadurai (2016) as Dr. Dharmadurai
- Kadhalum Kadanthu Pogum (2016) as Kathir
- Aandavan Kattalai (2016) as Gandhi Arumugan
- Sethupathi (2016) as Inspector Ka. Sethupathi
- Iraivi (2016) as Michael
- Atti (2016) Playback Singer
- Hello Naan Pei Pesuren (2016) Playback Singer
- Purampokku Engira Podhuvudamai (2015) as Yemalingam
- Bench Talkies (2015) as Mahesh
- Orange Mittai (2015) as Kailasam
- Orange Mittai (2015) Producer
- Orange Mittai (2015) Dialogue
- Orange Mittai (2015) Story
- Orange Mittai (2015) Screenplay
- Orange Mittai (2015) Lyricist
- Orange Mittai (2015) Playback Singer
- Naanum Rowdydhaan (2015) as 'Pondy' Pandi
- Enakkul Oruvan (2015) Thanks
- Rummy (2014) as Joseph
- Thirudan Police (2014) as Guest Appearance
- Kathai Thiraikathai Vasanam Iyakkam (2014) as Guest Appearance
- Vanmam (2014) as Radha
- Jigarthanda (2014) as Himself
- Jigarthanda (2014) Thanks
- Pannaiyarum Padminiyum (2014) as Murugesan
- Soodhu Kavvum (2013) as Das
- Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara (2013) as Kumaravel (Sumar Moonji Kumar)
- Sundarapandian (2012) as Jegan
- Pizza (2012) as Micheal Karthikeyan
- Naduvula Konjam Pakkatha Kaanom (2012) as Prem Kumar
- Varnam (2011) as Nandha
- Thenmerku Paruvakatru (2010) as Murugan
- Wind (2010) as Police Constable
- Naan Mahaan Alla (2010) as Ganesh, Jeeva's friend (Supporting Cameo)
- The Angel (2010) as The Angel
- The Angel (2010) Dialogue
- Vennila Kabadi Kuzhu (2009) as Kabaddi Player (uncredited)
- Athiyayam (2007)
- Pudhupettai (2006) as Anbu's Henchman
- Gokulathil Seethai (1996) as an audience member (uncredited)
- Idam Porul Yaeval as Pandi
- Ramayana: Part Two as Kumbhakarna
- Thamizh Murugan
- Pocket Novel
- Untitled Vijay Sethupathi - Krithiga Udhayanithi Film
- Maharaja 2 as Maharaja
- Kai Neelam
- Untitled Vijay Sethupathi - Magizhthirumeni Project
- Untitled Maniratnam - Vijay Sethupathi Movie
- Untitled Vijay Sethupathi - Balaji Tharanitharan Film
- Untitled VJS - Pandiraj Film
- Slumdog - 33 Temple Road
- Train as Chandrababu
- 96 Part 2 as Ram
- Pisasu 2 as Dr. John
- Yaarukkum Anjael Presenter
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Vijay Sethupathi best known for?
Vijay Sethupathi is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Gandhi Talks (2026), Kadhal Kadhai Sollava (2026), The Great Indian Kapil Show (2024), Farzi (2023).
When and where was Vijay Sethupathi born?
Vijay Sethupathi was born on January 16, 1978 in Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadu, India.
How many credits does Vijay Sethupathi have?
Vijay Sethupathi has accumulated over 143 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1996 to 2026.
What is Vijay Sethupathi's background in cinema and television?
Vijay Sethupathi is an Indian film actor, producer, lyricist, and dialogue writer. Born on 16 January 1978, in Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadu, India, he predominantly works in Tamil cinema, with occasional appearances in Telugu, Malayalam, and Hindi productions. Known for his versatility and talent, he is often referred to by...