Who Is Bharath (actor)? Age, Biography and Wiki
Born on July 21, 1983, Bharath is currently 42 years old. He made his mark in the Tamil film industry with his debut in the critically acclaimed movie "Bharathi Kannamma" before rising to prominence in films such as "Vazhakku Enn 18/9" and "Kadhal." Bharath's journey has been marked by a blend of versatility and dedication, making him one of the sought-after actors in Tamil cinema. For more detailed information, check out his Wikipedia page.
| Occupation | Dancer |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | July 21, 1983 |
| Age | 42 Years |
| Birth Place | Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Horoscope | Cancer |
| Country | India |
Popularity
Bharath (actor)'s Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Bharath stands tall at approximately 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm) and maintains a well-toned physique. His weight is around 70 kg (154 lbs), complemented by his engaging on-screen presence. Bharath’s measurements reflect a healthy lifestyle, which includes regular workouts and a balanced diet.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
Bharath comes from a close-knit family, which has played a significant role in his life and career. While he has been linked to several co-stars over the years, as of 2025, Bharath is rumored to be dating a fashion designer, although he prefers to keep his personal life private. His relationship status continues to spark interest among fans and followers.
He is a trained dancer by profession and joined Swingers International Dance Club when he was 11 years old. He did his schooling at DAV Senior Secondary School, he's also a football fan. Bharath has a younger sister, Preethi. His mother tongue is Tamil.
Net Worth and Salary
As of 2025, Bharath's net worth is estimated to be around $5 million. His earnings primarily come from his acting career, endorsements, and various business ventures. He commands a substantial salary per film, reflecting his status as a prominent figure in the Tamil film industry.
Career, Business and Investments
Bharath's career has been a testament to his talent and hard work. In addition to his acting prowess, he has ventured into film production and has invested in various businesses, including real estate and fashion. His ability to diversify his income sources has contributed significantly to his wealth.
Following Veyil, Bharath experienced a setback in his career as his subsequent releases—with the exception of Pazhani—proved to be commercially unsuccessful.
He was facing an "image crisis" as he signed up for action and masala films and went on play repetitive roles as a "larger than life angry young man", playing "small town rowdy" or "guy seeking revenge" roles. Koodal Nagar, was released in 2007 in which he portrayed a dual role, which was a box office disaster.
In 2008, he appeared in Perarasu's Pazhani alongside Kajal Aggarwal and Khushbu which was an average success, and then Nepali, directed by V. Z. Durai. That year he had two more releases, Muniyandi Vilangial Moonramandu, which saw him collaborating with the Em Magan team again, and Hari's Seval.
In 2009 he acted in Arumugam, directed by Suresh Krishna and Kanden Kadhalai, the Tamil remake of the 2007 Bollywood film Jab We Met. The latter featured him in a totally contrasting role as a rich businessman, and became his only commercial success in two years.
Social Network
Bharath maintains an active presence on various social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. His engagement with fans through these networks allows him to share glimpses of his personal life and career updates, enhancing his popularity and reach.
In 2010, he had a single release with Badri's Thambikku Indha Ooru which became a critical and commercial failure. In 2011, he appeared in the multi-starrer Vaanam as Bharath Chakravarthy, a guitarist.
Post-release, Bharath clashed with the producer and another actor in the film, Silambarasan, claiming he did not receive as much promotion and publicity as Silambarasan's character. His next film, the romantic comedy Yuvan Yuvathi co-starring Rima Kallingal, was followed by Perarasu's action-masala film Thiruthani co-starring Sunaina.
He also made a guest appearance in Vasanthabalan's Aravaan. In 2013, his romantic thriller film Ainthu Ainthu Ainthu released in August. The film, which was directed by Sasi, opened to positive reviews with a critic noting he "has put a lot of effort and hardwork to the role" and "is one single reason to watch the film".
Ainthu Ainthu Ainthu is Bharath's only highest-grossing film in his career. Bharath made his Bollywood debut with Jackpot (2013). The film was about four people who try to con one another for money and Bharath played one of them, a Goan named Anthony D'Souza from Puducherry.
Education
Bharath attended the Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, where he pursued a degree in engineering. Despite his academic background, his passion for acting led him to the film industry, where he has since established a successful career.
Bharath made his acting debut in the 2003 Tamil film Boys directed by S. Shankar, in which he played the guitarist of a boy band. He was selected for the role, after Shankar had seen him performing at a dance programme "Inspirations" at the Music Academy by Swingers.
In 2004, he first appeared in the Malayalam film, the Jayaraj-directed vigilante film 4 The People, portraying one of the four protagonists. Later that year, he played the antagonist role in the Tamil film Chellamae.
His portrayal of Vishwa, a possessive teenager who kidnaps his childhood friend whom he is obsessed with and although she has married someone else, was acclaimed by critics. He reprised his role from 4 The People in the Telugu remake Yuvasena.
He played his first main lead role in Balaji Sakthivel's Tamil romantic-drama film Kaadhal that featured him as a poor mechanic who falls in love and elopes with a wealthy twelfth-standard student. The film, produced by Shankar, received critical acclaim and commercial success.
Pattiyal, a gangster thriller, was his first release in 2006 and went to become a box office hit, with Bharath garnering accolades for his performance as a deaf and dumb hitman. Later that year, he starred in Azhagai Irukkirai Bayamai Irukkirathu, Em Magan, Chennai Kadhal and Veyil.
While Chennai Kadhal, a romance film by Vikraman, bombed at the box office, Thirumurugan's family drama Em Magan was declared a hit film. He has received great accolades for Veyil.
