A star, whose popularity is unlike any other in recent times, Vijay or ‘Thalapathy’ as he is fondly called by fans has been one of the biggest and most consistent actors in the whole of India. With massive box office records to his name with several films he has starred in, the superstar will begin filming on his next, Thalapathy 63, from January alongside Nayanthara under Atlee’s direction with music by Academy Award-winning composer A. R. Rahman and produced by AGS Entertainment with plans for a Diwali 2019 release.

Today (December 4) marks 26 years for Vijay since he made his entry in Tamil cinema in a lead role in 1992 in Naalaiya Theerpu. It must be noted that he made child artiste appearances under his father S. A. Chandrasekhar’s direction prior to his debut as a hero. Since then, there has been no turning back and the actor has year after year gradually gone on to accumulate a massive fan following with each hit film and has established himself to be a major box office draw for producers.


Thalapathy Vijay

The list of directors and producers wanting to work with Vijay is clearly visible over the years as several top filmmakers in the Tamil film industry have expressed their desire to team up with him on numerous occasions. With a successful hit ratioto his advantage, the actor has charmed his way into the hearts of young and old alike with his impeccable timing in dance, stylish and energetic body language, confident and casual approach to acting, which are few of his most notable attributes.

One of the few actors, who manages to bring audiences from all classes to theatres in villages and cities, Vijay’s biggest strength can be said to be his powerful screen presence through which he captivates and holds his audience together for the entire duration of the film.

From being called, “Who will pay to see this face on the screen?” to being declared there is no Tamil film industry without Vijay, the superstar is set to reign at the top of the league. Team Galatta wishes ‘Thalapathy’ many more years of rousing success with his upcoming endeavors.


Thalapathy Vijay