As an ardent admirer of the versatile talent that is RJ Balaji, I find myself constantly in awe of his multi-faceted journey in the world of entertainment. From his humble beginnings as a radio jockey and comedian, to his meteoric rise as an actor, director, and television presenter, Balaji’s life story is nothing short of inspiring.
RJ Balaji, a versatile artist, excels as an actor, movie director, and TV host. He rose to prominence through his role in the movie “Naanum Rowdy Dhaan,” starring Vijay Sethupathi, which was directed by Vignesh Shivan. Currently, he’s making news again for expressing his opinions on the dispute between Dhanush and Nayanthara concerning their film. As we delve into his perspective on this matter, let’s get to know RJ Balaji better.
Who is RJ Balaji?
RJ Balaji is a widely recognized actor in India who initially made his mark as both a radio jockey and a comedian. Gaining notoriety through programs like Take it Easy, The Night Show with RJ Balaji, and others on 92.7 Big FM, he became well-known for his antics such as trick calling listeners to create amusing segments.
Beyond just being a radio jockey, RJ Balaji is also recognized for his contributions across multiple domains. He’s famously linked with popular TV shows, and has acted in significant films, often serving as a co-director too. Moreover, he has hosted numerous inter-school cultural events in Chennai and has lent his voice to cricket commentary. Apart from his professional achievements, RJ Balaji is also known for his involvement in various social causes.
Born and brought up in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, RJ Balaji found his knack for communication and socializing during his college years. This discovery led him to choose a path in the media industry as his career.
He began his career in showbiz as a voice artist in Puthagam (2013) and made his acting debut in Theeya Velai Seiyyanum Kumaru. He rose to fame with Naanum Rowdy Dhaan (2015). Over the years, he appeared in multiple films like Jil Jung Juk, Pugazh, Devi, Kaatru Veliyidai, and Spyder.
In 2019, Balaji earned a prominent acting role in the hit movie LKG, which was a significant box office triumph. Following this success, he stepped into direction for the first time with Mookuthi Amman in 2020 and continued directing with Veetla Vishesham in 2022, remaking the popular film Badhaai Ho. His recent production, Run Baby Run, has also garnered positive feedback.
RJ Balaji addresses Nayanthara vs Dhanush controversy
Nayanthara caused a stir by publishing an open letter on her social media platform, addressing Dhanush. In this letter, she expressed her disapproval about Dhanush preventing the use of scenes from Naanum Rowdy Dhaan in her Netflix documentary. Furthermore, she vented her frustration towards Dhanush for serving her a legal notice demanding 100 crores INR, over a brief 3-second clip of behind-the-scenes footage used in the documentary’s trailer.
At a fan event, RJ Balaji shared that he, just like everyone else, became aware of the situation online. He noted that people seem to find it amusing, but since Dhanush sir chose not to engage with it, what can he say? It’s not really his place to comment on this matter.
Meanwhile, RJ Balaji was last seen in the 2024 film titled Singapore Saloon.
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2024-11-18 14:22