Renowned Actor turned Script Writer, Vijayan passed away on September 22, 2007. The veteran actor is remembered forever for his outstanding performances in critically acclaimed tamil films like Uthirippookkal, Pashi etc. A native of Kozhikode, Vijayan was introduced to cinema by acclaimed Director Bharathiraja in Kizhakae Pogum Rayil. He played prominent characters in several films like Niram Maraatha Pookal, Pasi, Oru Vidukathai Oru Thodarkathai and Palaivana Rojakal. Vijayan's performance in Director Mahendran's Uthiripookal was critically acclaimed. He had also acted in Mani Ratnam's Nayakan, Ramana and Run.
