Actor Vemal made his acting debut way back in the early 2000's with uncredited roles in movies like Ghilli, Kuruvi and Kireedam and a cameo role in the critically acclaimed movie Kanchivaram.
He played the lead role in Pandiraj's Pasanga and subsequently, he played lead roles in several small films. He established himself as a successful actor with Kalavani. Then he created a name for himself with these movies like Vaagai Sooda Vaa, Kalakalappu, Kedi Billa Killadi Ranga and Desingu Raja.