During this period, Sethupathi became known for picking scripts that others might find risky. He balanced quirky comedies with gritty dramas.
After years of small roles, Vijay Sethupathi broke into the limelight with a series of films that established his "boy-next-door" charm and intense acting range.
A brilliant black comedy where he played an aging, middle-class kidnapper with an imaginary girlfriend.
The appeal of the Vijay Sethupathi Tamil movie list isn't just about the number of films, but the variety. He is an actor who is not afraid to: Play characters older than his actual age. Take on villainous roles in big-budget superstar movies. Support small, independent films with unique concepts. Maintain a natural, unpretentious screen presence.
He joined Kamal Haasan’s cinematic universe as the drug lord "Sandhanam," delivering a terrifyingly erratic performance.
A subtle, breezy romantic drama that highlighted his chemistry with Nithya Menen.
A cult classic comedy based on a true story about temporary memory loss. His deadpan delivery of "Paa... Enna Kodumai Saravanan idhu" remains iconic. Rising Stardom and Experimental Cinema (2013–2015)
As the character "Kumar," he delivered a comedic performance that is still celebrated through memes today.
Whether you are looking for a laugh-out-loud comedy like Soodhu Kavvum , a tear-jerker like 96 , or a gritty thriller like Maharaja , Vijay Sethupathi’s filmography has something for every cinema lover.