When one has his father as a successful film maker and he
directs his first seven films, he is definitely has a edge over other actors.
Though he has acted as a kid in some of his father’s movies, his first film as
a hero is “Naalaya Theerpu” at 1992. None of his first few films were neither a
box office hit nor critically acclaimed. In fact he was brutally criticized.
His first breakthrough was for ‘Poove Unakaga’, 1996. Later his career was a
roller coaster with humongous success and failure. Many quote him as a ‘Father
made hero’ but the Star he is now is by his choice of family based scripts,
effortless dance, excellent sense of humor and cute expressions (Where he rolls
his tongue at the corner of the mouth). Vijay, the name itself depicts victory.
He is always a producer’s hero.
Through his 24 year career, He has acted in several
characters that are close to any vijay fan’s heart and the common audience too.
Here are 11 memorable characters played by Vijay,
- Poove Unakaga as Raja
- Kadhaluku Mariyadhai as Jeeva
Vijay’s transformation into a chocolate boy
happened Kadhaluku Mariyadhai which was followed by many romantic films. Vijay’s
costumes, acting were redefined. His trademark dance step (a tiny head shake
with his hands wide open) is from this film.
- Thamizan as Surya
Vijay’s character as lawyer Surya is sketched
in a way that people want a lawyer like him in real life. A strong character
that talks about certain important issues, which could be related even today.
In his film Friends he uttered a word ‘ilthakasaiya’ which was popular among
audience, like wise his ‘luptup pathy’ in this film was popular.
- Thirumalai as Thirumalai
The film that started Vijay’s mass masala
commercial films. Vijay’s dance along with Lawrence is astonishing. “Vazhkai
oru vattam da..” dialogue is still popular and so relatable to one’s life.
- Kushi as Shiva
Shiva, a handsome college teen falls in
love with Jennifer (played with Jothika). Their battle with their own ego is
the film. SJ Suryah started the film by telling what will happen in the film. Indeed
it’s a brave move.
- Gilli as Velu
Many criticize this film for a logical flaw
of entering into finals without playing semi finals, but the tamil film to
collect 50 crores. It’s a remake of a Telugu film, yet it was well received by
Tamil audience and is one of the most favorite films of any Vijay fan.
- Sachein as Sachein
Sachein released along with Chandramuki and
Mumbai express. The film was a box office success, but it showed Vijay’s sense
of humor along with his cute expressions. The comedy track with Vadivelu is
considered best in both their careers.
- Pokkiri as Thamizh/ Sathyamoorthy
It’s a remake of a Telugu film, but still
the attitude that Vijay carried through the film made it a memorable one. His gutsy
attitude against the antagonist, played by Prakash Raj, is commendable.
- Thuppaki as Jagdesh
After a series of flops, Thuppaki was the
biggest hit. Captain Jagdesh was totally new character played by Vijay. The
interval block shooting 12 men, rescuing operation with help of dog, dialogue
about the commitment of military personals are some of the best scenes.
- Kaththi as Jeevanantham
Vijay played a dual role, Katheerasan and
Jeevanantham. Katheerasan is yet another usual Vijay character, but Jeevanantham
is one of the most loved character. This character had a different body language,
dialogue delivery.
- Theri as Vijay Kumar
Police stories in Tamil cinema has always had
a special bonding with audience. Vijay Kumar IPS is Vijay’s best police
character. He also plays a role of a father which is refreshing. The interval block’s dialogue is the best part of the film, which
also addresses a major problem of this society.
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