Vidhu
About Vidhu
Vidhyashankar Neelamegham, better known as Vidhu, is an Indian actor predominantly working in Tamil Cinema. He is famous for playing antagonists in Karthik Subbaraj's Jigarthanda Double X (2023) and Retro (2025). He initially started as an extra accidentally in the film, Sillunu Oru Kadhal (2006). Since then, he has progressed to work in crowd work and extra-acting in films like Petta (2019). He gained notoriety for the role of Castro in the Kollywood mega-project miniseries, Nava Rasa. He later on worked in films like Bhoomika as Gautham, before getting a role that cemented his fame as a dedicated actor in the industry. Jigarthanda Double X had him play Shettani, a character based completely in silence. He was acclaimed for his performance, aiding in the believabilty of the character. Karthik Subbaraj, the director of the film, was impressed by his dedication and casted him as central antagonist in his next film, Retro. He played hippie-cultist, Michael Mirasu, a challenging villain who had more dialogue compared to Shettani. Yet, Vidhu played the two antagonists with conviction, being praised for both roles. He began his debut as a lead hero in Rathna Kumar's 29. He plays Sathya, a 29-year-old man suffering from an identity crisis.
Filmography(1)
| Film | Release Date | Role | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
Petta Action | 10 Jan 2019 | Michael's Friend | Hit |
Career Timeline
1 films · Debut 2019
Frequent Co-stars(8)
Vidhu – Career & Contributions to Hindi Cinema
Vidhu is one of Indian cinema's celebrated actors, having contributed to 1 films in the Indian film industry (popularly known as Indian), headquartered in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
Throughout their career, Vidhu has collaborated with some of Indian cinema's finest artists, including Karthik Subbaraj, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Vijay Sethupathi. These on-screen partnerships have resonated strongly with audiences.
Vidhu has worked across multiple genres in Indian cinema, including Action. This versatility has made them a sought-after name across all kinds of productions.
Vidhu made their film debut in 2019 with the film Petta. Since then, they have steadily grown into one of Indian cinema's most recognised faces, building a loyal fanbase across Odisha and among the global diaspora.
Follow Vidhu's complete filmography, songs, trailers and box office records on The Cinema Verse — the most comprehensive Indian cinema database online.
FAQs about Vidhu
How many films has Vidhu acted in?▼
Vidhu has been part of 1 film in Indian, spanning genres such as Action.
What is Vidhu's most popular film?▼
Vidhu's notable films include "Petta". Visit each movie page on The Cinema Verse for detailed cast, songs and review information.
What is Vidhu's role in Indian cinema?▼
Vidhu works as a Actor in the Indian film industry. Vidhyashankar Neelamegham, better known as Vidhu, is an Indian actor predominantly working in Tamil Cinema. He is famous for playing antagonists in Ka...
When did Vidhu debut in Indian?▼
Vidhu made their Indian debut in 2019 with the film "Petta".
What genres has Vidhu worked in?▼
Vidhu has worked in Action (1 film) in their film career.