The son of director SA Chandrasekhar, Vijay’s initial foray into films was rooted in romantic and family dramas where he played the role of a chocolate boy.
Films like Kathalukku Mariyathai (1997, directed by Fazil), Thullatha Manam Thullum (1999, directed by S. Ezhil) positioned him as the boy next door, an endearing character defined by sacrifice, deep emotional honesty and empathy.
There were no political narratives in any of the films of the 1990s, but they had an important function. They have built “trust.” By playing relatable characters, gain emotional capital.
