S. J. Suryah is a multi-talented Indian filmmaker, actor, composer, and producer. Suryah’s abilities and versatile skills have gained recognition and acclaim in various entertainment industry fields.

From directing successful films to delivering powerful performances as an actor, S. J. Suryah has established himself as a prominent figure in Indian cinema.

Profile

• Full Name: S. Justin Selvaraj
• Date of Birth: July 20, 1968
• Age: 55 years (as of 2023)
• Gender: Male
• Place of Birth: Puliangudi, Tamil Nadu, India
• Nationality: Indian
• Profession: Filmmaker, actor, composer, producer
• Height: 178 cm (5’10” feet)
• Parents: Sammanasu Pandian (father), Anandham (mother)
• Siblings: Selvi (elder sister), Victor (elder brother)
• Relationship Status: Single
• Net Worth: Estimated at $3 million

Early Life & Education

S. J. Suryah, born S. Justin Selvaraj, hails from Vasudevanallur in Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu, India. He was born on July 20, 1968, and he is 55 years old.

His father is called Sammanasu Pandian, and his mother, on the other hand, is named Anandham. Suryah is the youngest in a family of three.

He has an elder brother named Victor and a sister simply known as Selvi.

Growing up in a modest family, S. J. Suryah was passionate about acting from a young age. He completed his schooling near his birthplace in Vasudevanallur and later moved to Chennai to pursue a degree in physics at Loyola College.

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Despite having the opportunity to continue his studies at the prestigious Institute of Technology in Madurai, S. J. Suryah chose to stay in Chennai, driven by his ambition to become an actor in the Tamil film industry.

He worked as a hotel steward to support himself financially before accepting a teaching position from renowned filmmaker K. Bhagyaraj.

During this time, he also gained valuable experience as an assistant director under the guidance of Vasanth and Sabapathy.

Personal Life

S. J. Suryah has kept his personal life relatively private. As of now, he remains single and has not been married.

While there have been rumors about his romantic relationships, the charismatic actor has clarified that he is not currently in a committed relationship.

He prefers to focus on his artistic pursuits and has no immediate plans for marriage or starting a family.

Career

S. J. Suryah’s career in the entertainment industry began as a director. He made his directorial debut with the critically acclaimed film “Vaali” in 1999, quickly propelling him to stardom.

The success of “Vaali” paved the way for other notable films in his career, including “Kushi” (2000), “New” (2004), “Aey Aey” (2005), and “Isai” (2015).

His directorial ventures showcased his storytelling prowess and ability to connect with audiences.

In addition to directing, S. J. Suryah also ventured into acting. He debuted acting in the film “New” (2004). He went on to appear in various films such as “Kalvanin Kadhali” (2006), “Thirumagan” (2007), “Vyabari” (2007), and took on antagonist roles in movies like “Spyder” (2017), “Mersal” (2017), and “Maanaadu” (2021).

His performances received critical acclaim, solidifying his position as a versatile actor in the industry.

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Net Worth

S. J. Suryah’s success and contributions to the Tamil film industry have earned him substantial wealth. As of now, his estimated net worth is around $3 million.

Social Media

• Instagram: @iam_sjsuryah
• Twitter: @iam_SJSuryah

Filmography

• Vaali
• Kushi
• New
• Aey Aey
• Isai
• Spyder
• Mersal
• Maanaadu