Vijay Antony Age, Wiki and Bio

Vijay Antony

Quick Info

ProfessionActor
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth24/07/1975
Age49 years
BirthplaceNagercoil, Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu

Bio/Wiki

Real NameFrances Antony Cyril Raja

Physical Stats & More

Height175 cm
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolCampion Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu
College/University
  • St. Xavier’s College, Trichy, Tamil Nadu
  • Loyola College, Nagercoil, Tamil Nadu
  • Trinity College, London, UK
Educational Qualification
  • B.Sc in Physics from St. Xavier’s College, Trichy
  • A Visual Communication Course from Loyola College, Nagercoil, Tamil Nadu
  • A correspondence course at Trinity College, London

Personal Life

ReligionChristian
Zodiac SignLeo

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
Marriage Date2006

Family

FatherName Not Known (died in 1982)
MotherName Not Known (clerk)
SiblingsHe has a younger sister.
SpouseFatima Vijay Antony (producer)
Children
SonNone
Daughters
  • Meera Vijay Antony
  • Lara Vijay Antony

Career

Debut
Film (actor)Naan (2012) as Karthik
Film (director)Pichaikkaran 2 (2023)
Awards
Won
  • Vijay Award for Favourite Song in 2009 for the song 'Chinna Thamarai' from the film 'Vettaikaaran'
  • Cannes Golden Lion Award under the category 'Best of Music' for the song 'Naaka Mukka' in 2019
Nominated
  • Filmfare Best Music Director Award (Tamil) in 2007 for the film 'Naan Avanillai'
  • Filmfare Best Music Director Award (Tamil) in 2008 for the film 'Kadhalil Vizhunthen'
  • Vijay Award in the category of 'Best Music Director' and 'Favourite Song' in 2009 for the film 'TN 07 AL 4777'
  • Filmfare Best Music Director Award (Tamil) in 2009 for the film 'Ninaithale Inikkum'
  • Vijay Award for Best Music Director in 2009 for the film 'Vettaikaaran'
  • The 2nd South Indian International Movie Awards For Best Music Director in 2012 for the film 'Naan'

Favourites

LyricistVairamuthu
Song‘Tholvi nilayena ninaithal’ from Oomai Vizhigal
FoodSouth Indian Food (particularly Chettinad cuisine)

Some Lesser Known Facts

Vijay Antony's father passed away when he was 7 years old, and his sister was 5 years old.
His mother supported their upbringing by working as a clerk in the town planning office.
Rev. Fr. Ignacimuthu sponsored his education at Loyola College.
Vijay Antony had a deep passion for music from a young age.
While studying at Loyola College, he worked part-time in sound engineering at a Chennai studio.
After his formal education, he founded 'Audio Files' as a sound engineering studio.
He composed jingles for ads and background music for TV shows.
Vijay Antony debuted as a music composer in the TV series 'Chinna Papa Periya Papa.'
In 2005, he composed music for the film 'Sukran' and sang in it.
He made a cameo appearance in the 2006 film 'Kizhakku Kadalkarai Salai.'
In the same year, he was the music director for 'Kana Kaanum Kaalangal.'
In 2007, he composed the title track for 'Kadhalikka Neramillai.'
He worked as a music director for TV shows like 'Malargal' and 'Kettimelam.'
His song 'Nakka Mukka' from 'Kadhalil Vizhunthen' was a hit.
Vijay Antony acted and sang in the film 'TN 07 AL 4777.'
He debuted as a lead actor in 'Naan' and appeared in 'Salim.'
His role in 'Pichaikkaran' was well-received.
In 'Kaali,' he played multiple roles.
Vijay Antony was an actor, editor, and music director for 'Thimiru Pudichavan.'
He starred in 'Kodiyil Oruvan' and worked as an editor and singer.
He has sung for films like 'Annadurai' and 'Dishyum.'
In 'Pichaikkaran 2' (2023), he directed, acted, and composed music.
Vijay Antony has appeared in films like 'Kolaigaran' and 'Tamilarasan.'
He composed music for films such as 'Vettaikaaran' and 'Nambiyaar.'
At the suggestion of S. A. Chandrasekhar, he changed his name to Vijay Antony.
In 2016, Vijay Antony faced criticism for the background music in 'Saithan.'
During 'Pichaikkaran 2' shoot, he had an accident while filming a romantic song.
He got injured and was rescued from the sea by co-stars and crew.