Thalapathy Vijay is a legendary Tamil cinema megastar celebrated for his unmatched screen presence, explosive dance, and powerful action roles. Transitioning from cinema king to politician, his massive fanbase endures. He began acting as a child before going on to become a leading superstar with blockbuster films such as Ghilli, Thuppakki, Mersal, Master, and more.
Thalapathy Vijay is one of the most popular and influential actors in Indian cinema, primarily known for his work in the Tamil film industry. He was born on June 22, 1974, as Joseph Vijay Chandrasekhar and began acting as a child before going on to become a leading superstar with blockbuster films such as Ghilli, Thuppakki, Mersal, Master, and more.
Known for his charismatic screen presence, action-packed roles, and strong fan following, Vijay has enjoyed a successful career spanning over three decades. The actor has now retired from the film industry and entered politics, launching his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). He became Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on May 10, 2026. The state is set to celebrate his 52nd birthday on Monday. On his special day, let’s take a look at some of the interesting films that showcase his acting prowess.
Ghilli
Widely regarded as a classic, Ghilli combines action, romance, and comedy. Vijay's energetic performance helped make the film one of the defining movies of his career. The film revolves around a young Kabaddi player named Velu (Vijay), who saves Dhanalakshmi (Trisha) from a ruthless local gang leader named Muthupandi (Prakash Raj). It is available to watch on Amazon Prime Video and YouTube.
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