Ajith Kumar Biography: Movies, Wife, Age, Net Worth, Parents, Children, Siblings, Wikipedia

Ajith Kumar Subramaniam, widely known as Ajith Kumar, is an Indian actor renowned for his contributions to Tamil cinema. He started his career in the early 1990s and rose to fame with the Tamil thriller Aasai (1995).

Over the years, he has established himself as one of Tamil cinema’s leading actors, showcasing his versatility across various genres, including romantic dramas, action thrillers, and method-acting performances.

Profile

• Full Name: Ajith Kumar Subramaniam
• Stage Name: Ajith Kumar
• Born: 1, May 1971
• Age: 53 years old
• Birthplace: Secunderabad, India
• Nationality: Indian
• Occupation: Actor
• Height: 1.7m
• Parent: P. Subramaniam and Mohini
• Siblings: Anup Kumar, and Anil Kumar
• Spouse: Shalini
• Children: Anoushka Kumar, and Aadvik Kumar
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $4 million

Early Life And Education

Ajith Kumar Subramaniam was born on May 1, 1971, in Secunderabad, India, to P. Subramaniam and Mohini. He is the middle child among three brothers, with Anup Kumar as his elder brother and Anil Kumar as his younger brother.

Ajith studied at Asan Memorial Senior Secondary School in Chennai but left during his tenth grade. He later trained as a mechanic. Of Tamilian and Sindhi descent, Ajith follows Hinduism.

Career

Ajith Kumar began his journey in Tamil cinema with a minor role in En Veedu En Kanavar (1990) before making his lead debut in Amaravathi (1993). While the film achieved moderate success, it opened doors to modeling opportunities for him.

However, his career briefly stalled when he pursued auto racing, during which a severe back injury required major surgeries. After recovering, Ajith returned to acting with supporting roles in Paasamalargal (1994) and Pavithra (1994).

His major breakthrough came with the romantic thriller Aasai (1995), which established him as a promising star in Tamil cinema. Ajith‘s career gained further momentum with Kadhal Kottai (1996), a critically acclaimed film that cemented his position as a leading actor.

He won his first Filmfare Award for Best Tamil Actor for his dual role in Vaalee (1999), showcasing his versatility. His performances in Kandukondain Kandukondain (2000) and Dheena (2001) contributed to his rising popularity, with the latter earning him the nickname “Thala” (“leader”).

He continued to experiment with diverse roles in films like Citizen (2001) and Villain (2002), winning another Filmfare Award. During this time, Ajith briefly stepped into Bollywood with a supporting role in Aśoka (2001) alongside Shah Rukh Khan.

Between 2003 and 2005, Ajith took a break from acting to focus on his passion for auto racing but made a strong comeback with Varalaru (2006), which earned him his third Filmfare Award. His portrayal of an antihero in Mankatha (2011) became one of his biggest commercial successes.

Over the years, he continued to dominate the box office with films like Vedalam (2015), Viswasam (2019), and Thunivu (2023), solidifying his stature as one of Tamil cinema’s most bankable stars. Alongside his acting career, Ajith actively pursued professional auto racing, competing in international circuits and gaining recognition in the motorsports arena.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @ajithkumarinsta
• Twitter handle: @official_ajith

Personal Life

Ajith Kumar is married to Shalini, a former actress renowned for her work in Tamil and Malayalam cinema. Their love story began on the sets of Amarkalam (1999), and they got married on April 24, 2000.

Following their marriage, Shalini decided to step away from acting to focus on her family. The couple is blessed with two children: a daughter, Anoushka, and a son, Aadvik.

Filmography

• En Veedu En Kanavar (1990)
• Amaravathi (1993)
• Aasai (1995)
• Kadhal Kottai (1996)
• Kaadhal Mannan (1998)
• Aval Varuvala (1998)
• Amarkalam (1999)
• Vaali (1999)
• Mugavaree (2000)
• Kandukondain Kandukondain (2000)
• Citizen (2001)
• Dheena (2001)
• Villain (2002)
• Varalaru (2006)
• Billa (2007)
• Mankatha (2011)
• Billa II (2012)
• Veeram (2014)

Net Worth

Ajith Kumar‘s net worth is estimated to be approximately $4 million. His primary earnings come from his acting career, supplemented by brand endorsements for companies such as Nescafé and Royal Stag.