Actor and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay’s personal life has recently made headlines after his wife, .,filed for divorce, ending their 27-year-long marriage.
The couple, who married in August 1999, have two children: Jason Sanjay and Divya Saasha. The legal proceedings are filed under the Special Marriage Act, 1954, citing reasons such as adultery and cruelty. Amid this ongoing legal battle, fans have been curious about the couple’s children and whether they have appeared in Vijay’s films.
Which Films Featured Thalapathy Vijay’s Children Alongside Him?
Vijay’s son, Jason Sanjay born in 2000, made his first appearance in the film Vettaikaaran. In a lively dance number, he shared the screen with his father, dressed in similar attire that mirrored Vijay’s style. Jason’s natural charm and energy created a memorable father-son moment for his fans. Though the role was brief, it showed a personal side of Vijay.
Meanwhile, Vijay’s daughter, Divya Saasha born in 2005, appeared in the 2016 blockbuster Theri. The film focused on an upright police officer, with younger portions of his daughter played by actress Meena’s daughter Nainika.Divya appeared in the climax scenes as the grown-up daughter. Director Atlee believed she was ideal for the older portions of the role, and the he also felt that casting her would strengthen the emotional impact of the film.
They two haven’t been publicly spotted with their father, Thalapathu Vijay in recent years. It is reported that Divya completed her education in the United Kingdom, while Jason Sanjay has ventured into film making. It is said that he aims to establish a name for himself without banking on his father’s legacy.
Jason Sanjay’s Directorial Debut
Jason Sanjay, is making his debut in the Tamil film industry as a director with his first film, Sigma, produced by Lyca Productions under Subaskaran. The movie stars Sundeep Kishan in the lead role. Filming took place over four months across Chennai, Salem, Thalakona, and Thailand.
Sigma is an action-adventure-comedy centered around a hidden treasure hunt and a high-stakes heist. The supporting cast includes Faria Abdullah, Raju Sundaram, Anbu Thasan, Yog Japee, Sampath Raj, Kiran Konda, and Magalakshmi Sudharsanan. The film explores the independent and fearless spirit of a “sigma,” someone who follows their own path, without following societal norms. Thaman S has composed the music, with cinematography by Krishnan Vasant. The makers are targeting an early summer release in Tamil and Telugu.