Actor
Vadivelu
Based In
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Origin
Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India
Years Active
1988 – Present
Vadivelu Biography
Vadivelu Basic Information
- Full Name: Kumaravadivel Natarajan
- Stage Name: Vadivelu
- Nickname: Vaigai Puyal (Storm of Vaigai)
- Date of Birth: October 10, 1960
- Age: Around 65 years (as of 2025)
- Birthplace: Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Profession: Actor, Comedian, Playback Singer
- Years Active: 1988 – Present
Family Background
- Father: Natarajan
- Mother: Vaidivelu (name variations reported; not widely documented)
- Wife: Name not publicly disclosed (kept private)
Children: - Vadivelu has 4 children (names are mostly not publicly available)
- He prefers to keep his family life away from media and limelight
Education
- Schooling: Completed schooling in Madurai, Tamil Nadu
- College: Not widely documented / no confirmed public records
- Qualification: Believed to have basic formal education (no detailed higher education information available)
Career Highlight
| Year | Film | Role Name | Highlight / Achievement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Kizhakku Cheemayile | Ochchu | Won Cinema Express Award (Best Comedy Actor) |
| 1996 | Kaalam Maari Pochu | Sekar | Won Tamil Nadu State Film Award (Best Comedian) |
| 2000 | Vetri Kodi Kattu | Sudalai | Won Tamil Nadu State Film Award (Best Comedian) |
| 2001 | Friends | Nesamani | Became iconic meme character |
| 2001 | Thavasi | Azhagu | Won Tamil Nadu State Film Award (Best Comedian) |
| 2003 | Winner | Kaipulla | Filmfare Nomination (Best Comedian) |
| 2005 | Chandramukhi | Murugesan | Won Filmfare Award (Best Comedian – Tamil) |
| 2006 | Imsai Arasan 23rd Pulikesi | Pulikesi / Ukraputhan | Dual role, huge success, multiple awards |
| 2006 | Em Magan | Karupatti | Filmfare Nomination (Supporting Actor) |
| 2007 | Pokkiri | Body Soda | Won Ananda Vikatan Award (Best Comedian) |
| 2007 | Marudhamalai | Encounter Ekaambaram | Won Vijay Award (Best Comedian) |
| 2008 | Kathavarayan | Karuppu | Won Tamil Nadu State Film Award |
| 2009 | Aadhavan | Bannerjee (Kuppan) | Filmfare & Vijay Award Nominations |
| 2011 | Kaavalan | Ammavasai | SIIMA & Vijay Award Nominations |
| 2014 | Tenaliraman | Dual Role | Comeback as lead actor |
| 2017 | Mersal | Vadivu | Popular supporting role |
| 2022 | Naai Sekar Returns | Naai Sekar | Comeback film as lead |
| 2023 | Maamannan | Maamannan | Filmfare Nomination (Best Actor – Tamil) |
| 2023 | Chandramukhi 2 | Murugesan | Reprised iconic role |
Recent Activity
Political & Public Commentary (2024–2026)
- Gained attention for statements on Vijay
- Reacted to Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) launch
- Became trending in media discussions
Awards List
| Year | Award Category | Award Name | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Best Comedy Actor | Cinema Express Award | Kizhakku Cheemayile | Won |
| 1996 | Best Comedian | Tamil Nadu State Film Award | Kaalam Maari Pochu | Won |
| 2000 | Best Comedian | Tamil Nadu State Film Award | Vetri Kodi Kattu | Won |
| 2001 | Best Comedian | Tamil Nadu State Film Award | Thavasi | Won |
| 2003 | Best Comedian | Filmfare Award South | Winner | Nominated |
| 2005 | Best Comedian | Filmfare Award South | Chandramukhi | Won |
| 2006 | Best Comedian | Tamil Nadu State Film Award | Imsai Arasan 23rd Pulikesi | Won |
| 2006 | Best Comedian | Filmfare Award South | Imsai Arasan 23rd Pulikesi | Won |
| 2006 | Best Supporting Actor | Filmfare Award South | Em Magan | Nominated |
| 2007 | Best Comedian | Ananda Vikatan Cinema Award | Pokkiri | Won |
| 2007 | Best Comedian | Vijay Award | Marudhamalai | Won |
| 2008 | Best Comedian | Tamil Nadu State Film Award | Kathavarayan | Won |
| 2009 | Best Comedian | Vijay Award | Aadhavan | Nominated |
| 2009 | Best Supporting Actor | Filmfare Award South | Aadhavan | Nominated |
| 2010 | Best Comedian | Vijay Award | Nagaram Marupakkam | Nominated |
| 2011 | Best Comedian | Vijay Award | Kaavalan | Nominated |
| 2011 | Best Comedian | SIIMA Award | Kaavalan | Nominated |
| 2023 | Best Actor | Filmfare Award South | Maamannan | Nominated |
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About Vadivelu
He is a famous Indian comedian and actor known for Tamil films.
Kumaravadivel Natarajan.
Because of his unique comedy timing, expressions, and viral dialogues.
Yes, he has won multiple state and Filmfare awards.
Yes, he is active and working in films as of 2026.