★ HOW OLD IS VIJAY RAGHAVENDRA?
Vijay Raghavendra is 47 years old, born May 26, 1979 in IN · Gemini.
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About
Vijay Raghavendra built a career in Kannada cinema from child stardom to award-winning leading man. Born in India in 1979, he won the National Film Award for Best Child Artist for Kotreshi Kanasu (1994) and later claimed the Karnataka State Film Award for Best Actor for Shivayogi Sri Puttayyajja (2016). He also won Bigg Boss Kannada's first season in 2013. A Gemini by birth, he is the nephew of actor Dr. Rajkumar.
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Biography
Vijay Raghavendra emerged as one of Kannada cinema's most consistent performers, transitioning from acclaimed child roles to substantial dramatic leads. Born 26 May 1979 in India, he is the son of producer S. A. Chinne Gowda and nephew of legendary actor Dr. Rajkumar. He debuted as a child artist in Chalisuva Modagalu (1982) and earned critical recognition for Chinnari Mutha (1993) and Kotreshi Kanasu (1994), the latter securing him the National Film Award for Best Child Artist. His first lead role came in Ramoji Rao's 2002 production Ninagagi, which became a commercial success and one of the year's highest-grossing films. After a quiet period, he resurfaced with T. S. Nagabharana's period drama Kallarali Hoovagi (2006) and his home production Sevanthi Sevanthi the same year. In 2016, he won the Karnataka State Film Award for Best Actor for playing Puttaraj Gawai in the biographical film Shivayogi Sri Puttayyajja. Beyond acting, he made his directorial debut with Kismath (2018). In 2013, he won the inaugural season of Bigg Boss Kannada by public vote. As a Gemini, his adaptability across genres—from child drama to period pieces to reality television—reflects the sign's communicative range.
★ ORIGIN
Before Fame
Vijay Raghavendra entered cinema as a child artist, appearing in Chalisuva Modagalu in 1982. He built early credibility with acclaimed performances in Chinnari Mutha (1993) and Kotreshi Kanasu (1994), winning the National Film Award for Best Child Artist for the latter before attempting an adult lead role.
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Trivia
- He is popularly known as 'Chinnari Mutha,' a nickname tied to his iconic child role.
- Vijay is the nephew of legendary Kannada actor Dr. Rajkumar and son of producer S. A. Chinne Gowda.
- He won Bigg Boss Kannada's first season in 2013 through public vote, making him an early reality TV champion in Indian television.
- His 2002 debut as a lead actor, Ninagagi, was both a critical and commercial success, ranking among the year's highest-grossing Kannada films.
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Numerology
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The Communicator
Expressive and creative. Vijay Raghavendra gravitate to performance, writing, and social platforms where personality compounds the work.
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Birthday compatibility
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HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
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CHALLENGING
- Janhvi KapoorOx · 1997
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★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is Vijay Raghavendra?
- Vijay Raghavendra is 47 years old (born May 26, 1979).
- When is Vijay Raghavendra's birthday?
- Vijay Raghavendra was born on May 26, 1979.
- What is Vijay Raghavendra's zodiac sign?
- Vijay Raghavendra is a Gemini, born May 26, 1979.
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- Vijay Raghavendra was born in 1979, the year of the Earth Goat.
- Where is Vijay Raghavendra from?
- Vijay Raghavendra is from IN.
- What does Vijay Raghavendra do?
- Vijay Raghavendra is a actor.
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