Who Is Jai (actor)? Age, Biography, and Wiki
Jai was born on April 6, 1984, making him 41 years old in 2025. Hailing from an Indian background, Jai is a dynamic and versatile actor notable for his contributions to Tamil cinema. He started his career in the film industry at a young age and quickly rose to fame through his impactful performances. His Wikipedia page contains extensive details about his early life, filmography, and personal milestones. You can view it here.
| Occupation | Actors |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | April 6, 1984 |
| Age | 41 Years |
| Birth Place | Madras, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Horoscope | Aries |
| Country | India |
Popularity
Jai (actor)'s Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Standing tall at 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm), Jai maintains a well-toned physique. As of 2025, he weighs approximately 75 kg (165 lbs). His body measurements reflect a blend of fitness and charisma, contributing to his on-screen appeal. Jai’s fans have often admired his dedication to maintaining his health and physique, which he showcases through his roles.
He was then seen in Venkat Prabhu's romantic comedy Goa (2010), where he played a villager on a coming-of-age trip to Goa alongside Vaibhav Reddy and Premgi Amaren. Jai's temporary ban from films had delayed the project and he once again grew a beard to portray his character of Ramarajan.
Despite positive hype surrounding the film prior to release, it only won average reviews and collections at the box office. He appeared in Aval Peyar Thamizharasi with different looks throughout the film to reflect his character's growth, with the main ones being that of an eighteen-year-old boy and a twenty-eight-year-old man.
He shed weight to sport the school boy look and later added weight and muscle to look a matured man in his late twenties for the film.
Critics lauded Jai's performance, citing: "he shows that he is in the process of grooming himself to become a well-rounded actor" and "that he can bring in complex emotions on his face at the drop of a hat", but the film did not fare well at the box office.
Similarly, his performance in the romantic film Kanimozhi was described "as endearingly likeable" and that "he had come out with a natural performance", but the film failed commercially.
Discussing his five consecutive failure films, Jai admitted that during that period in his career, he had chosen to feature in films without considering the true scope of its potential success, only to avoid a long gap between releases.
Since then, he has actively chosen to associate himself with big banner films rather than ventures by debut production houses in order to ensure that his films are well publicized prior to release.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
Jai's personal life has often been a subject of interest among his fans. He hails from a supportive family who has always stood by his side throughout his career. As for his dating life, Jai has kept his romantic relationships relatively private. In 2025, there are rumors that he might be dating a notable actress in the industry, but he has not confirmed any relationship publicly. Fans eagerly await updates on his dating status and any potential partnerships.
Net Worth and Salary
As of 2025, Jai's estimated net worth is approximately $5 million. His earnings primarily come from his acting roles, brand endorsements, and other ventures in the entertainment industry. With a successful career spanning over two decades, Jai has built a solid financial foundation, allowing him to invest in various business opportunities beyond acting.
Career, Business, and Investments
Jai's career took off with his debut in the Tamil film "Bhagavathi" in 2002. Since then, he has starred in numerous successful films, showcasing his versatility as an actor. In addition to acting, Jai has ventured into film production and invests in various startups and charitable initiatives. His entrepreneurship endeavors reflect his passion for growth and contribution to society.
Jai made his film debut at age 18 as Vijay's younger brother in the 2002 film Bhagavathi, with director A. Venkatesh choosing Jai as a result of his striking similarity in appearance to Vijay. Jai was then set to make his debut in a lead role in a remake of the Telugu film 6 Teens, but the film remained unreleased despite being complete.
He was also expected to feature in Velmurugan's Ammu and Nambiraj's Touch but neither film materialised. Several other offers came his way including roles in Alai (2003) and Devathayai Kanden (2005), but Jai was insistent that he earn his place in the film, rather than being chosen on the basis that he was music composer Deva's nephew.
He instead chose to concentrate on a career in music, often working for Deva's films a keyboardist alongside his cousins, music composers Srikanth Deva and Bobo Shashi.
Social Network
Jai is quite active on social media platforms, where he engages with his fans and shares snippets of his personal and professional life. He has a significant following on platforms like Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook, where he posts updates about his projects, behind-the-scenes moments, and personal thoughts. This active engagement has helped him maintain a close relationship with his audience.
His friend, the singer Yugendran, recommended Jai to audition for a role in Venkat Prabhu's directorial debut Chennai 600028 (2007), based on gully cricket. He was the only actor to be auditioned amongst the eleven lead roles and was the final selection for the film.
The success of the film began an association with Venkat Prabhu and Jai has repeatedly collaborated in Prabhu's ventures through leading or cameo roles.
He was then selected to play a leading role by debutant director Sasikumar in Subramaniapuram (2008), after he had seen him at Deva's residence and Jai signed up for the film without hearing the script under the basis that it was to be produced by director Ameer.
The film, set in a Madurai village of the 1980s, told the story of a series of violent happenings on the backdrop of a love story and Jai grew a long beard to reflect the 1980s look for the project.
Critics raved about Jai's performance in the film, with a reviewer noting: "Jai, as the romantic killer is the pick of the lot" and that he "lives the role".
After finding himself unable to appear in a role in Venkat Prabhu's Saroja due to his long beard, he organised and helped plan a scene that would feature cameo appearances from several actors from their first films. Jai subsequently chose to make a switch from acting in off-beat films and attempted to make a career as an actor in commercial films.
Education
Jai completed his schooling in Chennai and holds a degree in Visual Communication from a reputed college. His educational background in visual arts has profoundly influenced his artistic sensibility and approach to acting. Throughout his career, Jai has emphasized the importance of education, often motivating his fans to pursue their studies alongside their passions.
Born into a family of musicians, Jai has stated that music was close to his heart and that it influenced him in his "growing years", particularly crediting his uncle, the composer Deva. He completed his schooling in Lamech School, Valasaravakkam, Chennai.
He completed fifth grade in keyboard from Trinity College London and has said that he likes to be involved in the music compositions of his films. He has called himself a "huge fan" of Yuvan Shankar Raja's work, saying that he has "often dreamt of surpassing his work as a composer someday".
