Vanitha Vijayakumar Biography: Daughter, Movies, Age, Net Worth, TV Shows, Instagram, Parents, Siblings

Vanitha Vijayakumar is an Indian actress best known for her work in Tamil cinema and television.

She made her debut in the 1995 Tamil film Chandralekha and has also appeared in Malayalam and Telugu films. Beyond acting, she gained widespread recognition through reality TV shows like Bigg Boss Tamil 3 and Cooku with Comali.

Profile

• Full Name: Vanitha Vijayakumar
• Stage Name: Vanitha Vijayakumar
• Born: 5, October 1980
• Age: 44 years old
• Birthplace: Chennai, India
• Nationality: Indian
• Occupation: Actress
• Height: 1.68m
• Parent: Vijayakumar and Manjula Vijayakumar
• Siblings: Anitha Vijayakumar, Preetha Vijayakumar, Arun Vijay, and Kavitha Vijayakumar
• Spouse: Akash (m. 2000–2007), Rajan Anand (m. 2007–2012), and Peter Paul (m. 2020–2020)
• Children: 3
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $1 million and $5 million

Early Life And Education

Vanitha Vijayakumar was born on October 5, 1980, in Chennai, India. She is the daughter of actors Vijayakumar and Manjula Vijayakumar and was raised alongside her five siblings: Sridevi Vijayakumar, Anitha Vijayakumar, Preetha Vijayakumar, Arun Vijay, and Kavitha Vijayakumar.

While details about her education remain undisclosed, she belongs to a Tamil family of South Indian ethnicity and follows Hinduism.

Career

Vanitha Vijayakumar began her career in the Tamil film industry with her debut in Chandralekha (1995), starring alongside Vijay. She went on to appear in several notable films, including Manikkam (1996), Hitler Brothers (1997), and the Telugu devotional film Devi (1999).

However, after her first marriage, she took a hiatus from acting to focus on her personal life, stepping away from the entertainment industry for several years.

In the mid-2010s, Vanitha made a brief return to films, taking on roles in Naan Rajavaga Pogiren (2013) and Summa Nachunu Irukku (2013). She also ventured into film production with MGR Sivaji Rajini Kamal (2015), though the project’s commercial struggles posed challenges for her career.

Despite these setbacks, she successfully transitioned into television, gaining widespread recognition through reality shows such as Bigg Boss Tamil 3 and Cooku with Comali, where she won the first season. Her television presence helped her reconnect with audiences and revitalize her career.

Beyond acting, Vanitha has explored various aspects of the entertainment industry. She has worked as a producer and costume designer and established herself as an entrepreneur by launching her own clothing store, Vanitha Vijayakumar Styling, in Chennai.

More recently, she took on the role of director and producer for her film Mrs & Mr, further showcasing her versatility. Through her work across cinema, television, and business, Vanitha has solidified her place as a prominent figure in Tamil entertainment.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @vanithavijaykumar
• YouTube: Vanitha Vijaykumar

Personal Life

Vanitha Vijayakumar has been married three times and is set to marry choreographer Robert in October 2024, making it her fourth marriage. Her past marriages were to actor Akash (2000–2005), businessman Anand Jay Rajan (2007–2012), and photographer Peter Paul (2020).

She is a mother of three, with a son and a daughter from her marriage to Akash and another daughter from her marriage to Anand Jay Rajan. Over the years, custody arrangements have differed, with her children residing with their respective fathers following the divorces.

Filmography

• 1995: Chandralekha as Chandra (Tamil)
• 1996: Manikkam as Savithri (Tamil)
• 1997: Hitler Brothers as Nandini (Malayalam)
• 1999: Devi as Susheela (Telugu)
• 2013: Naan Rajavaga Pogiren as Diana (Tamil)
• 2023: Malli Pelli as Soumya Sethupathi (Telugu)
• 2024: Operation Laila as Police Inspector

Net Worth

Vanitha Vijayakumar‘s estimated net worth ranges between $1 million and $5 million. She earns primarily through her acting career in Tamil, Malayalam, and Telugu films, as well as her television appearances and participation in reality shows like Bigg Boss Tamil 3.