Vijayakanth made his acting debut in 1974 and went on to act in over 140 films. He is known for his versatility and has played a wide range of roles, from romantic leads to villainous characters. Some of his most iconic films include "Chandramukhi," "Thuppakki," "Peranbu," and "Puli." These films feature some of the most memorable songs in Tamil cinema, with music composed by renowned music directors like Ilaiyaraaja, Harris Jayaraj, and Deva.