Vijay Net Worth

Vijay net worth in 2026 is estimated at $72 million [1][2]. ET Now reports about Rs 600 crore, citing The Financial Express, ET and GQ. His election affidavit declared total assets of about Rs 603 crore, which supports the estimate. That disclosure makes his estimate one of the best documented among Indian film stars.

Vijay reportedly charges between Rs 130 crore and Rs 275 crore per film [1]. That range makes him one of the highest paid actors in India. His annual income was reported at Rs 184.53 crore for the 2024-25 financial year, driven by his final film salaries. The fees rose steadily through the 2010s as each blockbuster raised his market value.

Vijay last film is Jana Nayagan, released in 2026 [1][3]. He announced it as his final film before retiring from cinema to focus on politics. The film stars Pooja Hegde opposite him and was directed by H Vinoth, with music by Anirudh Ravichander. The film closed a screen career that began with his lead debut in 1992.

Vijay founded the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, known as TVK, in February 2024 [2][3]. He is the founder and president of the party, which he launched after announcing his retirement from cinema. He contested the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly election at its head. The party name means Tamil Victory Federation, and its flag carries his image.

Vijay was born on June 22, 1974, which makes him 52 years old in 2026 [3]. He was born Chandrasekaran Joseph Vijay in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, to film director S A Chandrasekhar and playback singer Shoba Chandrasekhar. He made his screen debut as a child artist in the early 1980s and his first film as a lead actor came in 1992.

Vijay biggest films include Ghilli, Pokkiri, Thuppakki, Kaththi, Theri, Mersal, Sarkar, Bigil, Master, Leo and The Greatest of All Time [3]. Most rank among the highest grossing Tamil films, and Leo in 2023 was one of his largest worldwide hits. He also sang playback in many of his films, and his dance numbers and fan following made each release a major event.