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Chiranjeevi Reveals Jason Sanjay Looks Like Father Vijay in 90s

Chiranjeevi Reveals Jason Sanjay Looks Like Father Vijay in 90s

Sep 26, 2026 - 17:58
Chiranjeevi tells Jason Sanjay he looks exactly like his dad Vijay did in the '90s: 'Why aren't you acting?'
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Key Highlights

  • Chiranjeevi reveals Jason Sanjay's striking resemblance to his father Vijay in the 90s.
  • Jason Sanjay's debut film Sigma set to release on October 2.
  • Chiranjeevi credits his grandparents for Jason's creative genes.

Chiranjeevi, the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and a renowned actor, recently shared a striking resemblance between his son Jason Sanjay and his late father Vijay during an event promoting his debut film Sigma in Hyderabad. Chiranjeevi questioned Jason about not becoming an actor, sparking a conversation about the young director's passion for filmmaking.

Chiranjeevi and his father, SA Chandrasekhar, worked together on several films, including Palletoori Monagadu (1983). Chiranjeevi credited his grandparents, Chandrasekhar and Shoba, for Jason's creative genes. Officials stated that they had a significant impact on his son's interest in filmmaking.

Interestingly, Chiranjeevi's own career in the film industry began in 1981, when he made his debut with the film Siva. He went on to work with various directors, including his father, and eventually became a household name.

His own father, SA Chandrasekhar, was a prominent director in the 1980s and 1990s, and Chiranjeevi often spoke about the influence his father had on his own career.

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At an event promoting his debut film Sigma in Hyderabad. Chiranjeevi stated that Jason looked exactly like his father did in the early 1990s. Chiranjeevi thought Jason looked exactly the same as the CM did back then, and, he said.

on stage, “When Jason came and invited me to this event, I said, you look exactly like your father did in 1993-94-95.”.

Chiranjeevi's own journey into filmmaking was not without its challenges. He faced stiff competition from other actors, including Ajith Kumar, with whom he had a longstanding rivalry. However, Chiranjeevi persevered and went on to have a successful career in the film industry.

Jason Sanjay's debut film Sigma is set to release on October 2. The film, directed by Jason and produced by Lyca Productions, stars Sundeep Kishan and Faria Abdullah in the lead roles. When Jason was invited to promote his film, Chiranjeevi couldn't help but notice the striking resemblance between his son and his father, Vijay.

Jason's passion for filmmaking was evident, and Chiranjeevi was proud to see his son following in his footsteps.

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They encouraged his interest in filmmaking from a young age, and their influence can be seen in Jason's debut film Sigma. With Chiranjeevi's support, Jason is set to make a mark in the film industry, and fans are eagerly awaiting the release of his debut film.

Vijay's breakthrough came in 1992 with the film Naalaiya Theerpu, helmed by his father SA Chandrasekhar. The actor'It was rise to prominence was swift, with the 2000s cementing his status as a household name. A longstanding rivalry with Ajith Kumar had also begun to take shape.

Chattaniki Kallu Levu, Maanbumigu Maanavan, and Once More are some of the notable films that have been part of the Sigma Sigma fraternity, a group of friends who have worked together in various films. Starring Sundeep Kishan, the film is a shows Jason's passion for filmmaking and his commitment to telling stories that resonate with audiences.

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