Archive · 24 Sep 2026
Jason Sanjay Wants to Reveal Vijay’s Humorous, Childlike Side Onscreen
Jason Sanjay wants to direct his father, Vijay, someday.
If he gets that chance, he wants to show Vijay’s funny and playful side.
He feels Vijay’s recent movies have mostly shown him as a powerful action hero.
Sanjay thinks audiences could enjoy seeing Vijay play a more relatable character.
His grandfather, S.A. Chandrasekhar, taught him to stay confident on film sets.
Sanjay also said he is used to being judged because of his family.
He wants his work to speak for itself instead of answering every criticism.
He said he must also be careful because of his father’s public position.
Jason Sanjay said he would highlight Vijay’s humour and inner childlike nature if he directed him.
Sanjay believes Vijay’s recent films have focused mainly on mass action, political messaging and heroic imagery.
He said Vijay has had fewer opportunities to play relatable, full-fledged character roles in recent years.
S.A. Chandrasekhar advised Sanjay to avoid showing doubts while working on a film set.
Sanjay said public scrutiny linked to his father’s position means he must protect the family’s reputation.
- Who
- Jason Sanjay discussed his father, actor Vijay, and advice from his grandfather S.A. Chandrasekhar.
- What
- Sanjay said he would explore Vijay’s humour and childlike nature if he directed him.
- When
- During a conversation with Galatta Plus; the article does not specify the date.
- Why
- Sanjay wants to show a more playful and relatable side of Vijay that he feels recent films have largely overlooked.
- Director discussed
- Jason Sanjay
- Actor discussed
- Vijay
- Desired portrayal
- Vijay’s humour and inner childlike nature
- Recent film emphasis
- Mass action, political messaging and heroic imagery
- Key mentor
- S.A. Chandrasekhar
- Mentor’s advice
- Do not show doubts to anyone on set
- Public scrutiny
- Sanjay said he faces assumptions and criticism because of his family