Vijayan - Actor Profile

Vijayan

Acting
Updated: May 10, 2026
41Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: May 17, 1944

About Vijayan

Vijayan was an Indian actor primarily concentrated in Malayalam and Tamil cinema. A respected character actor in the 1970s and 80s, he was best known for his villainous leading role in Uthiripookkal (1979), which was called one of the 100 greatest Indian films of all time by News18 in 2013. He also played a minor role in Mani Ratnam's Nayakan (1987), which is considered a classic of Tamil cinema and is listed in TIME's "All-Time 100 Movies".

Vijayan Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Vijayan reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 41 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Vijayan's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 46% of Vijayan's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Vidhichathum Kothichathum, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Vijayan Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Vijayan's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Vijayan has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2006 Varalaru Divya's father Average Similar →
2006 Jambhavan Deva Flop Similar →
2005 Kochi Rajavu Parthasarathy Average Similar →
2005 Thirupaachi Commissioner Rathnakumar Average Similar →
2004 7G Rainbow Colony Kathir's Father (Tamil) Hit Similar →
2004 Adhu - Flop Similar →
2004 Kamaraj - Average Similar →
2003 Vikadan - Flop Similar →
2003 Sena Lawyer Jayan Flop Similar →
2002 Ramanaa Bhadrinarayanan Super Hit Similar →
2002 Five Star Ilango's Father Hit Similar →
2002 Devan - Average Similar →
2002 Run Don's (Priya's Brother) Right-hand Hit Similar →
2000 Mister Butler Gym Vijayan Average Similar →
1997 Vidukathai - Flop Similar →
1994 Bharanakoodam Tamil Nadu Minister Super Hit Similar →
1992 Unna Nenachen Paattu Padicchen - Flop Similar →
1990 Idhaya Thamarai - Flop Similar →
1989 Kodi Parakuthu Shivagiri's father Flop Similar →
1989 Nyaya Tharasu Land Lord Paramanandham Flop Similar →
1989 Adikkurippu Kesavan Average Similar →
1988 August 1 Muniyandi Thevar Hit Similar →
1988 Ullathil Nalla Ullam - Flop Similar →
1988 Kaalaiyum Neeye Maalaiyum Neeye - Flop Similar →
1987 Nayakan Durai Super Hit Similar →
1987 Coolikkaran - Flop Similar →
1987 Chinna Thambi Periya Thambi - Hit Similar →
1985 Njan Piranna Naattil Surendran Super Hit Similar →
1985 Oru Kaidhiyin Diary Dr. Unnikrishnan Super Hit Similar →
1984 Ethirppukal Raghu's friend Super Hit Similar →
1983 Asthram - Hit Similar →
1983 Mann Vasanai - Super Hit Similar →
1982 Vidhichathum Kothichathum - Super Hit Similar →
1980 Saranam Ayyappa - Flop Similar →
1980 Anbukku Naan Adimai - Average Similar →
1979 Pasi Rangan Hit Similar →
1979 Uthiripookkal Sundaravadivelu Hit Similar →
1979 Niram Maaratha Pookkal - Super Hit Similar →
1978 Kizhakke Pogum Rail Pattalathaar (Military man)/panchayat member Super Hit Similar →
1976 Udyaanalakshmi - Hit Similar →
1975 Throne of Capricorn - Average Similar →

Vijayan - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Vijayan?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Vijayan is "Vidhichathum Kothichathum" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Vijayan acted in?

Vijayan has been featured in at least 41 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Vijayan?

Other notable films include "Njan Piranna Naattil", "Bharanakoodam", and "Ethirppukal".

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