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Biography
Ajay Raj is an Indian film actor, who has appeared in Tamil language films. While working as a dance choreographer, Ajay made his acting debut with Agathiyan's Selvam (2005), before appearing in Chennai 600028 (2007) and has since appeared regularly in films associated with director Venkat Prabhu and his team.
Career
While working as a dance choreographer, Ajay made his acting debut with Agathiyan's Selvam (2005) portraying a friend of the lead character played by Nandha. His friendship with Venkat Prabhu meant that he was cast in Chennai 600028 (2007) portraying an ambulance driver, who plays gully cricket for the Sharks team. He has since appeared regularly in films associated with director Venkat Prabhu and his team such as Saroja (2008) and Thozha (2008). Ajay Raj also portrayed a supporting role in Thiagarajan Kumararaja's neo-noir gangster film Aaranya Kaandam (2010), portraying a henchman of the gangster played by Jackie Shroff.
In 2016, actor Nithin Sathya announced that Ajay Raj would play the lead role in his first film as a producer.
Filmography
Actor
| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Selvam | Subramaniam | |
| 2007 | Chennai 600028 | Ezhumalai | |
| 2008 | Thozha | Velu | |
| 2008 | Goa | Cameo appearance | |
| 2008 | Saroja | Cameo appearance | |
| 2011 | Aaranya Kaandam | Chittu | |
| 2014 | Vadacurry | Dhayalan | |
| 2014 | Theriyama Unna Kadhalichitten | Cameo appearance | |
| 2016 | Chennai 600028 II | Ezhumalai |
Choreographer
- 1998 Kadhal Mannan
- 1999 Taj Mahal
- 2007 Chennai 600028
- 2008 Thozha
- 2008 Saroja
- 2010 Goa
- 2011 Mankatha
- 2013 Biriyani
- 2015 India Pakistan
- 2015 Massu Engira Masilamani
- 2015 Om Shanthi Om
- 2016 Chennai 600028 II: Second Innings