Vijayalakshmi was a Tamil film and television actress who began her acting career under the name Vijayalakshmi and later became known as Nylax Nalini. A graduate of the Madras Film Institute, she was reportedly a contemporary of Rajinikanth during their student years. She appeared in films including Oru Oodhappoo Kan Simittugiradhu (1976), Jaganmohini (1978), Kai Kodukkum Kai (1984) and Dheena (2001). She subsequently built a long career in Tamil television, appearing in several popular serials, including Thangam and Bharathi Kannamma. Remembered for her character and negative roles, she passed away in May 2023.