The Cinematic Journey of " Thalapathy Known to millions of fans as (Commander), Joseph Vijay Chandrasekhar has built a legacy in Tamil cinema spanning over three decades. From his early days as a child actor to becoming one of India's highest-paid stars, Vijay's filmography reflects a massive evolution from romantic leads to the undisputed king of commercial "masala" action. Career Phases & Key Films The Formative Years (1984–1996)