Vijayan (actor)

Vijayan (born as N. Vijayan Nair) was an Indian actor who primarily worked in Malayalam cinema. He was known for his character roles, often portraying police officers, villains, or bureaucratic figures. He began his acting career in the 1970s and appeared in hundreds of films throughout his career. Some of his notable films include Aavanazhi, Mukham, Witness, Nirnayam, and Commissioner. He was a familiar face in Malayalam cinema for several decades and continued acting until his death. Vijayan was not a lead actor, but his contributions as a character actor were significant, and he left a considerable mark on the industry. His versatility allowed him to play a wide range of roles, contributing to the success of many Malayalam films.