Vadivel Balaji (17 February 1975 – 10 September 2020) was an Indian television comedian, mimicry artist and actor.
He received the nickname Vadivel after gaining fame among audience for imitating popular Tamil comedian Vadivelu's voice in television programmes.
[2][3] He also took part as a contestant in the eighth season of the reality television show Jodi Number One.
[4] He and his wife participated in Mr & Mrs Chinnathirai season 2, he also appeared in Start Music segments shortly before his demise.
[6] Balaji reportedly suffered a cardiac attack two weeks ago and was facing severe health complications after that.