Arun Vijay
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Arun Vijayakumar is a Tamil
film actor. He is the only son of veteran film actor Vijayakumar
and has been active in the Tamil film industry
since 1995. He is also a stunt coordinator
in most of his films.
, who had essayed lead roles in over 100 films in the 1970s, while his half-sisters Vanitha, Preetha
and Sridevi have also appeared in several films.
In 2006, Arun Vijay married Aarthi, daughter of film producer Dr. N. S. Mohan and a post-graduate in Psychology
, with whom he has a daughter Purvi. In 2010, Kavitha's daughter Hasini married N. S. Mohan's son Hemanth, who is a co-producer of Feather Touch Entertainments and has also acted alongside Arun Vijay in Malai Malai
. He recently changed his name from Arun Kumar to Arun Vijay.
directed by A. Venkatesh
, became a commercial success, running for 100 days in theaters, following which he starred in Maanja Velu
. The film, which saw him rejoining the Malai Malai team, was a moderate success. Arun Vijay is currently working in a project titled Thadaiyara Thaaka, an action thriller, for which he will be collaborating with Feather Touch Entertainments for the third time. The film, directed by Magizh Thirumeni, will feature Bollywood actress Prachi Desai
in the lead female role.
Tamil people
Tamil people , also called Tamils or Tamilians, are an ethnic group native to Tamil Nadu, India and the north-eastern region of Sri Lanka. Historic and post 15th century emigrant communities are also found across the world, notably Malaysia, Singapore, Mauritius, South Africa, Australia, Canada,...
film actor. He is the only son of veteran film actor Vijayakumar
Vijayakumar
Vijayakumar is a Tamil actor and politician. Along with predominant work in Tamil cinema since 1973, he has acted in a few Hindi and Telugu movies. As of 2009, he is acting in the television serial, Thangam, aired on Sun TV.-Early life:...
and has been active in the Tamil film industry
Tamil cinema
Tamil cinema is the film industry based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, dedicated to the production of films in the Tamil language. It is based in Chennai's Kodambakkam district, where several South Indian film production companies are headquartered...
since 1995. He is also a stunt coordinator
Stunt coordinator
A stunt coordinator, usually an experienced stunt performer, is hired by a TV, film or theatre director or production company to arrange the casting and performance of stunts for a film, television programme or a live audience...
in most of his films.
Early life and family
Arun Vijay was born into a film family as the only son to actor Vijayakumar and his first wife Muthukannu. He has two elder sisters Kavitha, who has acted in a single film, Coolie, and Anitha. Arun Vijay's step mother is actress Manjula VijayakumarManjula Vijayakumar
Manjula Vijayakumar is a South Indian actress. She has acted in more than 100 films in South Indian languages like Tamil, Telugu and Kannada. She and actor Vijayakumar married shortly after they fell in love on the sets of Unnidam Mayanguhiren...
, who had essayed lead roles in over 100 films in the 1970s, while his half-sisters Vanitha, Preetha
Preetha Vijayakumar
Preetha Vijayakumar is an Indian film actress in the Tamil film industry. Her parents are noted actors Vijayakumar and Manjula. She is married to Hari, a Tamil film director.-Filmography:-External links:...
and Sridevi have also appeared in several films.
In 2006, Arun Vijay married Aarthi, daughter of film producer Dr. N. S. Mohan and a post-graduate in Psychology
Psychology
Psychology is the study of the mind and behavior. Its immediate goal is to understand individuals and groups by both establishing general principles and researching specific cases. For many, the ultimate goal of psychology is to benefit society...
, with whom he has a daughter Purvi. In 2010, Kavitha's daughter Hasini married N. S. Mohan's son Hemanth, who is a co-producer of Feather Touch Entertainments and has also acted alongside Arun Vijay in Malai Malai
Malai Malai
Malai Malai is a 2009 Tamil language film, starring Arun Vijay and Vedhika in the lead roles. Prabhu and Prakash Raj also have significant roles in the film...
. He recently changed his name from Arun Kumar to Arun Vijay.
Career
Arun vijay's Malai MalaiMalai Malai
Malai Malai is a 2009 Tamil language film, starring Arun Vijay and Vedhika in the lead roles. Prabhu and Prakash Raj also have significant roles in the film...
directed by A. Venkatesh
A. Venkatesh (director)
A. Venkatesh is a Tamil film director born in Tuticorin, Tamilnadu. He often directs films in short spans of times.-Filmography:-As actor:* Suriyan * Angaadi Theru - Karungali* Sattapadi Kutram -References:...
, became a commercial success, running for 100 days in theaters, following which he starred in Maanja Velu
Maanja Velu
Maanja Velu is a 2010 Tamil language action film directed by A. Venkatesh. It stars Arun Vijay, Karthik Muthuraman and Dhansika in the lead, with Prabhu Ganesan, Vijayakumar and Riyaz Khan playing supporting roles and Santhanam and Ganja Karuppu providing comical relief...
. The film, which saw him rejoining the Malai Malai team, was a moderate success. Arun Vijay is currently working in a project titled Thadaiyara Thaaka, an action thriller, for which he will be collaborating with Feather Touch Entertainments for the third time. The film, directed by Magizh Thirumeni, will feature Bollywood actress Prachi Desai
Prachi Desai
Prachi Desai is an Indian film and television actress. She is best known for her role as Bani Walia in the Hindi television drama Kasamh Se which aired on Zee TV. Prachi is the endorser, spokesperson, brand ambassador and the face of Neutrogena products in India...
in the lead female role.
Filmography
| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Murai Mappillai | ||
| 1996 | Priyam Priyam - Story :Tthe story of three spoilt brats and their uncle , Benny . Benny was brought up in an orphanage with his best friend, Annie. Her Dad, realising his greatest asset needs to be with him always separates them. Annie vows to get back to benny. She hoping benny would realise her love joins the... |
Arimath | |
| 1997 | Ganga Gowri | Siva | |
| Kathirunda Kadhal | Mayilsamy | ||
| 1998 | Thulli Thirintha Kalam | ||
| 2000 | Kannaal Pesavaa | ||
| Anbudan Anbudan -Plot:Arun Vijaykumar is a very good artist and is known for his art. He paints pictures and sells them on the road where he meets a lot of trouble that's where he gets to know of Thilottamal over the phone. He starts searching for her but of no use.... |
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| 2001 | Pandavar Bhoomi Pandavar Bhoomi Pandavar Bhoomi is a Tamil feature film, directed by Cheran.- Plot :This deals with the entry of a well educated Engineer/Architect still well versed in traditions helping a family struggling with its past & honour build a house.... |
Tamizharasan | |
| 2002 | Mutham | ||
| 2003 | Iyarkai Iyarkai Iyarkai is an award-winning debut film in Tamil directed by S. P. Jananathan. N. K. Ekambaram, also a relatively newcomer in the field of cinematography, served as the film's cinematographer. The film stars Shaam, Arun Vijay, Kutti Radhika and Seema Biswas. This film was a low-budget production... |
Captain Mukundan | |
| 2004 | Jananam | Surya | |
| 2006 | Azhagai Irukkirai Bayamai Irukkirathu Azhagai Irukkirai Bayamai Irukkirathu Azhagai Irukkirai Bayamai Irukkirathu is a 2006 Indian Tamil romantic comedy film written and directed by cinematographer-turned-director Vijay Milton. It starring Bharath and Mallika Kapoor in lead and Arun Vijay, Deepu, Renuka and M. S. Baskar in vital supporting roles... |
Prem | |
| 2007 | Thavam Thavam Thavam is a low-budget Tamil film released in 2007. It failed to make an impact at the box office.-Plot:The movie begins with Sumathi and Subramaniam , strangers to one another, meet at a suicide point in Chennai... |
Subramaniam | |
| 2008 | Vedha Vedha Vedha is a Tamil movie starring Arun Vijay and Sheela released in 2008.Vedha narrates the story of two affectionate brothers and the elder brother's sacrifices for his sibling.... |
Vijay | |
| 2009 | Malai Malai Malai Malai Malai Malai is a 2009 Tamil language film, starring Arun Vijay and Vedhika in the lead roles. Prabhu and Prakash Raj also have significant roles in the film... |
Vetrivel | |
| 2010 | Thunichal | Shiva | |
| Maanja Velu Maanja Velu Maanja Velu is a 2010 Tamil language action film directed by A. Venkatesh. It stars Arun Vijay, Karthik Muthuraman and Dhansika in the lead, with Prabhu Ganesan, Vijayakumar and Riyaz Khan playing supporting roles and Santhanam and Ganja Karuppu providing comical relief... |
Velu | ||
| 2011 | Thadaiyara Thaakka Thadaiyara Thaakka Thadaiyara Thaakka is a forthcoming Tamil action film directed by Magizh Thirumeni, starring Arun Vijay and Mamta Mohandas. It is currently in production.-Development:... |
Filming | |