Duniya Vijay, a prominent figure in the Kannada film industry, is not just an actor but also a skilled director and producer. His contributions to Kannada cinema have earned him widespread recognition and a dedicated fanbase.
Wiki/Biography
Born as Vijay Kumar on Sunday, January 20, 1974, in Anekal Town, Karnataka, Duniya Vijay’s zodiac sign is Capricorn. As of 2024, he is 50 years old.
Physical Appearance
- Height (approx.): 5’5″
- Eye Colour: Black
- Hair Colour: Black
Family, Caste & Wife
While details about his parents remain relatively private, he has a sister named Ambuja. He was married to Nagarathna Vijay in 1999, but they divorced in 2013. He later married Keerthi Pattadi in 2016. He is a father to three children: Monica, Monisha, and Samrat.
Career
Duniya Vijay’s acting career began with a small role in the 2004 Kannada film “Ranga SSLC”. He subsequently appeared in films like “Jogi” (2004) and “Shree” (2006). His breakthrough came with the lead role of ‘Shivlingu aka Shivu’ in the 2007 film “Duniya”.
His filmography boasts several successful films including “Yuga” (2007), “Chanda” (2007), “Geleya” (2007), “Avva” (2008), “Bheema Theeradalli” (2012), “Simhadri” (2014), “Jackson” (2015), “Dana Kayonu” (2016), “Masti Gudi” (2018), and “Salaga” (2019). In 2013, he established his own production house, Duniya Talkies, debuting as a producer with “Jayammana Maga”. He also made his directorial debut with the 2019 film “Salaga”.
Controversies
Duniya Vijay’s career has not been without its share of controversies. These include a dispute with a director over film release schedules leading to a temporary ban, a high-profile divorce, and legal issues related to accidents on film sets and allegations of assault and kidnapping.
| Year | Controversy | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Film Release Dispute | Dispute with director S. Narayan over the release of “Chanda” and “Yuga” resulted in a temporary ban. |
| 2013 | Divorce | High-profile divorce from his first wife, Nagarathna Vijay, involving allegations of infidelity. |
| 2016 | Film Set Accident | Involvement in a case related to the drowning deaths of two actors during the shooting of “Masti Gudi”. |
| 2018 | Assault and Kidnapping Allegations | Arrested for allegedly assaulting and kidnapping a gym trainer. |
| 2018 | Family Dispute | Involved in a family dispute involving allegations of assault against his daughter. |
Awards & Achievements
- Filmfare Awards South- Kannada- Best Actor for “Duniya” (2007)
- Karnataka State Film Award for Best Actor for “Duniya” (2007)
Favourite Things
- Actor: Rajkumar
- Philosopher: Swami Vivekananda
Net Worth
As of 2018, Duniya Vijay’s net worth was estimated to be around Rs. 151 Crores.
Facts/Trivia
- Resides in Kathriguppe, Banashankari, South Bangalore.
- Enjoys travelling and gymming.
- Maternal uncle of actor Yogesh (“Loose Maada”).
- A religious person, often visiting temples.
- Opened a gym called “Muscle 360” in 2018.
- Staunch follower of Shivakumara Swami.
- Son Samrat debuted as a child actor in “Kusthi” (2018).
- A fitness enthusiast and martial arts practitioner.
