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Vijay Raghavendra (Actor) Biography: Age, Career, Family and More

F4U Editorial Desk • Updated October 16, 2026 • 3 min read

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Quick Info

Date of birth26 May 1979

Age45 Years (as of 2024)

BirthplaceBengaluru, Karnataka, India

ProfessionActor, Director, Host

NationalityIndian

Marital statusWidower

SpouseSpandana (married 6 August 2007; deceased 7 August 2023)

FamilyFather: S. A. Chinne Gowda; Brother: Sriimurali (actor); Nephew of Rajkumar

Vijay Raghavendra (Actor) Biography

Vijay Raghavendra is an Indian actor from Bengaluru known for his work in Kannada cinema. A child actor who transitioned to lead roles, he has won national

Early life and background

Vijay Raghavendra was born on 26 May 1979 in Bengaluru, Karnataka. He grew up in a film family: his father is producer S. A. Chinne Gowda and he is the nephew of the celebrated actor Rajkumar. From an early age he was connected to the Kannada film industry and began appearing on screen as a child.

As a youngster he worked in several films and later pursued further training in Chennai to develop his acting skills. He completed a graduate-level education and has maintained strong ties to his hometown of Bengaluru.

Career

Vijay’s screen career began in childhood. He first appeared on film in 1982 and went on to act in multiple projects as a child artist. As a child performer he received national recognition: in 1995 he was awarded the National Film Award for Best Child Artist for his work in Kotreshi Kanasu.

After growing up in the industry he moved into leading roles, making his debut as a protagonist in the 2002 film Ninagagi. Over the years he has appeared in a range of Kannada films including Chinnari Mutha, Romeo Juliet, Rishi, Bhajarangi, Mass Leader and Jani among others. He has also worked behind the camera, directing the film Kismat in 2014.

Television and other media

Vijay has extended his presence beyond films. He appeared on television early in his career with the show Attige in 1998. He later participated successfully in reality television, winning Bigg Boss Kannada Season 1 in 2013. He hosted a radio show, Nenapina Idiot-Box on 92.7 Big FM in 2014 and in 2016 served as a judge on the program Drama Juniors.

Accolades

In addition to the National Film Award he won as a child artist, Vijay received the Karnataka State Film Award for Best Actor in 2016 for his performance in Shivayogi Sri Puttayyajja. These honours reflect recognition at both national and state levels across different phases of his career.

Public profile

Vijay is known by nicknames including Chinnari Mutha and Raaghu. Physically, he is listed at approximately 175 cm (5'9") tall and about 70 kg in weight, with dark brown eyes and black hair. His public persona includes interests such as driving and singing, and he has cited favourite performers and creatives like A. R. Rahman and Shreya Ghoshal.

Personal life

Vijay married Spandana, the daughter of ACP B. K. Shivaram, on 6 August 2007. They had one son, Shourya Raghavendra. The marriage ended when Spandana passed away on 7 August 2023 while on a trip in Bangkok; reports note she died in her sleep at age 44. As of 2024 Vijay is described as a widower.

Latest updates

Recent entries in his career include directing Kismat (2014) and continued activity across film and television formats, including reality TV and judging roles. He remains based in Bengaluru and continues to be active in Kannada cinema.

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Recent Work

Kismat

Directed the film

2014
Nenapina Idiot-Box

Hosted a radio show on 92.7 Big FM

2014
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Career Highlights

  1. Started as a child artist in 1982
  2. National Film Award for Best Child Artist (1995) for Kotreshi Kanasu
  3. Lead actor debut in Ninagagi (2002)
  4. Winner of Bigg Boss Kannada Season 1 (2013)
  5. Karnataka State Film Award for Best Actor (2016) for Shivayogi Sri Puttayyajja
  6. Directed the film Kismat (2014)
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