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Vijay’s maiden venture as a solo hero, Naalaiya Theerpu, helmed by S.A. Chandrasekhar, did not set the box office on fire; even as the audience response remained muted, the actor was noticed, and he won the Best New Face Actor award from Cinema Express
Thalapathy Vijay has consistently embodied powerful mentor and teacher figures throughout his illustrious film journey. In films such as Udhaya and Nanban, his distinctive teaching styles shone brightly. Bigil featured him motivating a women's football team as they tackled daunting obstacles. In Master, he captured the essence of a suave professor positively influencing troubled students. These portrayals underscore Vijay's remarkable talent in resonating with viewers through his compelling performances.