Vijay, a native of Ottawa, Canada, has made Toronto his home since 1995, where he has been nurturing his passion for acting. His journey began with a few acting courses in college, which ultimately led to a profound appreciation for the art of acting on stage and screen. This newfound enthusiasm culminated in a stint as Algar, a Ferengi alien, in the iconic Star Trek franchise, subsequently paving the way for his enrollment at the esteemed George Brown Theatre School.
Vijay's impressive acting resume boasts an array of remarkable roles. One of his most notable performances was as the mischievous Puck, Robin Goodfellow in the renowned Shakespearean play, A Midsummer Night's Dream, which embarked on a extensive tour across Ontario, Quebec, New York, Ohio, and Texas. His remarkable talent also shone in a radio play adaptation of Shyam Selvadurai's critically acclaimed novel, Funny Boy, where he took on the lead role and was directed by the legendary filmmaker, Deepa Mehta.
Moreover, Vijay's impressive acting credentials also include a series regular role on YTV's popular television show, How to be Indie, where he played the lovable and goofy dad for two seasons, leaving a lasting impression on audiences.
