Viji is an Indian screenwriter and director who works predominantly in Tamil cinema. Known for sharp, well-timed dialogues, his films typically celebrate life with a blend of humour, satire and emotion, and have drawn appreciation from literary circles, social activists, politicians, film critics and general audiences.
| Name | Viji |
|---|---|
| Occupation | Screenwriter, director |
| Industry | Tamil cinema |
| Notable themes | Humour, satire, family emotions, social issues |
| Notable works | Mozhi, Vellithirai, Maayavi, Majaa, 36 Vayadhinile, Adanga Maru, GOAT |
| Awards | Recognitions including Vikatan Awards nominations and wins |
Viji has worked as both a writer and a writer-director, exploring a wide range of genres and subjects across his filmography. His career spans entertainers, family dramas, satirical comedies, mainstream commercial cinema and films built around social issues.
Viji's writing is characterised by dialogues that combine wit and emotional resonance, often layering social commentary within mainstream narratives. By moving between light entertainers such as Mozhi and Maayavi, satirical works like Vellithirai, and issue-driven films like Gouravam, he has demonstrated versatility within the Tamil film industry.
His work has received nominations and wins at several film honours, including the Vikatan Awards.