Who Is Ajith Kumar? Age, Biography, and Wiki
Ajith Kumar, an iconic Indian actor and professional racing driver, was born on May 1, 1971. As of 2025, he is 54 years old. Known for his versatile roles in Tamil cinema, Ajith has garnered a massive fan base over the years. He began his career in the early 90s and quickly rose to fame with hit films like Mankatha, Veeram, and Viswasam. Apart from acting, Ajith has also been passionate about motorsport and has participated in several car racing events.
| Occupation | Sports |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | May 1, 1971 |
| Age | 54 Years |
| Birth Place | Secunderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India (present-day Telangana) |
| Horoscope | Taurus |
| Country | India |
Popularity
Ajith Kumar's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Ajith Kumar stands tall at approximately 5 feet 11 inches (180 cm) and maintains a well-built physique, weighing around 75 kg (165 lbs). His dedication to fitness is evident, and he is known for his muscular build and good appearance. Ajith's body measurements are approximately 40-32-14 inches, which includes a chest measurement of 40 inches, a waist size of 32 inches, and biceps measuring 14 inches.
During 2006, Ajith returned from his hiatus by appearing in P. Vasu's Paramasivan for which he had lost twenty kilograms to portray the lead role. The film enjoyed a moderate success, scoring over Vijay's Aathi, which also released in the same week, at the box office.
Critics from The Hindu stated that Ajith looked "trim and taut" in the film with "only his eyes seeming to have lost some of its sparkle", following the major weight loss.
Furthermore, for Paramasivan and his two other projects in 2006, Ajith sported long hair, which was being grown for Bala's project Naan Kadavul, which Ajith eventually opted out of.
Similarly, his next film, AVM Productions's, Thirupathi, directed by Perarasu performed above average business at the box office, despite garnering poor reviews, with Rediff critics citing that the film is "anything but sensible", but that Ajith "salvages the situation with a spirited performance".
Ajith summed up a successful comeback by the release of his long-delayed action drama Varalaru, which went on to become his third biggest success after Vaalee and Villain. The K. S.
Ravikumar film co-starring Asin and Kanika, which was in production for nearly two years, portrayed Ajith in a triple role with one of them being a classical Bharatanatyam dancer, with his portrayal of his three roles being critically praised. Moreover, the film earned Ajith his third Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Tamil.
In 2007, media reports hinted that the actor would do a project with Shankar. Ajith's first release in 2007, Aalwar, became a debacle at the box office, with his previous film still continuing to run in theatres even after Aalwar had stopped its brief theatrical run.
Kireedam, a remake of the 1989 National Award-winning Malayalam film of the same name, was released to positive reviews, with the film also becoming a moderate success. During the shooting of the film, Ajith developed a further spinal injury, a recurrence of his problem earlier in his career.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
Ajith Kumar comes from a close-knit family. He is married to Shalini, a former actress, whom he wed in 2000. The couple has two children, which adds to the joy of their family life. Although numerous rumors have circulated regarding his dating life in the past, Ajith has always prioritized his family and maintained a low profile when it comes to his personal relationships.
His father, P. Subramaniam (died 2023 ), is from a Tamil Palakkad Iyer family from Kerala and his mother, Mohini, is a Sindhi from Kolkata, West Bengal. Ajith was the middle son out of three brothers, one of his other brothers is Anil Kumar, an IIT Madras graduate-turned-entrepreneur, and the other one is Anup Kumar.
Net Worth and Salary
As of 2025, Ajith Kumar's estimated net worth is around $25 million. His earnings mainly stem from his successful film career, brand endorsements, and investments. Ajith's popularity and box office success allow him to command substantial salaries for his movie roles, often making him one of the highest-paid actors in the Tamil film industry.
Ajith Kumar Subramaniam (born 1 May 1971) is an Indian actor who works predominantly in Tamil cinema. To date, he has starred in over 63 films, and won four Vijay Awards, three Cinema Express Awards, three Filmfare Awards South and three Tamil Nadu State Film Awards.
In addition to his acting career, Ajith is also an occasional racing driver and participated in the MRF Racing series (2010) and having competed in circuits around India in places such as Mumbai, Chennai and Delhi. He is one among very few Indians to race in the international arena and in Formula championships.
Based on the annual earnings of Indian celebrities, he was included in the Forbes India Celebrity 100 list three times.
Career, Business and Investments
Ajith has evolved as an actor, moving from traditional roles to more complex characters that challenge and redefine cinematic norms. He has directed and produced films and is known for his business acumen. Additionally, Ajith has invested wisely in various sectors, including real estate and motorsports, showcasing his diverse interests outside of acting. His involvement in the racing community led him to establish a significant presence as a professional racer, competing in various championships.
Ajith began his career with a small role in the 1990 Tamil romantic drama En Veedu En Kanavar.
After his success in Rajavin Parvaiyile, his first major breakthrough was Aasai (1995), Ajith established himself as a romantic hero with Kadhal Kottai (1996), Kaadhal Mannan (1998) and Aval Varuvala (1998), and established himself as an action hero starting with the film Amarkalam (1999).
Ajith's dual portrayal of twin brothers—where one is deaf-mute—in S. J. Suryah's Vaalee (1999) won him his first Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Tamil. He earned critical acclaim for his dual roles in the vigilante film Citizen (2001). He was also praised for his dual role performance in K. S.
Ravikumar’s Villain (2002) where he won his second Filmfare Award for Best Actor - Tamil. In 2006, he starred in K. S. Ravikumar's Varalaru, in which he played three roles including one of a classical Bharatanatyam dancer. It became the highest-grossing Tamil film of 2006, and earned him another Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Tamil.
The following year he starred in two remakes—Kireedam (2007) and Billa (2007), both of which earned him critical acclaim. Ajith played an antagonist in his 50th film Mankatha (2011), which became one of the highest-grossing Tamil films of all time. His next release, Billa II (2012), was Tamil cinema's first prequel.
Social Network
Ajith Kumar maintains a limited but impactful presence on social media. While he is not overly active online, he utilizes platforms like Twitter and Instagram sparingly to connect with fans and share glimpses of his life. His social media accounts primarily feature updates about his movies, racing events, and family moments, garnering much engagement from his followers.
Ajith began his acting career through a one-scene appearance as a school child in En Veedu En Kanavar (1990). Through the recommendation of S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, whose son, S. P. Charan, was a classmate of his, he was cast in his first lead role in the Telugu romantic drama Prema Pusthakam (1993), which remains his only Telugu film to date.
However, the shoot of the film was stalled soon after production began, following the death of the film's director, Gollapudi Srinivas.
As a result, his first major theatrical release was the Tamil romantic drama Amaravathi (1993), which Ajith had signed after being recommended to director Selva by Balasubrahmanyam, who had seen parts of Prema Pusthakam prior to its delay.
As the film went into post-production, Ajith was bed-ridden due to a racing injury while training for an amateur motor race. He underwent three major surgeries resulting in bed rest for one and a half years. As a result, his voice in the film was dubbed by actor Vikram.
Following the injury, Ajith was keen to make up for lost time and signed on to play supporting roles. In the following years, he played character roles in the Arvind Swami-starrer Paasamalargal (1994) and Vijay-starrer Rajavin Parvaiyile (1995).
He was also seen in the family drama Pavithra (1994), which featured him as an ailing patient shown maternal affection by Radhika's character.
Education
Ajith Kumar completed his early education in Chennai, where his passion for acting began. He pursued a Bachelor's degree, but the exact details of his academic background remain private. Ajith has always emphasized the importance of education and self-improvement, and despite his success, he continues to stay grounded in his values.
In 2004, Ajith was signed as Nescafe's brand ambassador in Tamil Nadu. He has since limited his appearance to the silver screen by not appearing in or promoting any commercials. Ajith is passionate about UAVs and drones. Recently he was appointed as the test pilot and UAV system advisor by Madras Institute of Technology for Medical Express-2018 UAV Challenge.
