Ajith Kumar, fondly known as Thala, is celebrating his 53rd birthday today (May 1). To mark his special day, we have curated a few interesting facts about the Valimai star.


From mechanic to megastar: Fascinating facts about Ajith Kumar on his birthday

<p><span>Top Tamil star Ajith Kumar on Saturday said he was "deeply humbled and honoured" to be awarded Padma Bhushan by the Centre, stating it was a testament to the collective efforts and support of many.</span></p>
<p><span>Fresh from his racing achievement in Dubai recently, the 53-year-old actor thanked President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi for "this prestigious honour." "It is a privilege to be recognized at such a level and I am truly grateful for this generous acknowledgment of my contributions to our nation. At the same time, I am mindful that this recognition is not just a personal accolade but a testament to the collective efforts and support of many," the actor said in a statement shared by his publicist on 'X.' He thanked members of the film industry and untold others.</span></p>
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<p><span>"I am also grateful for the kind support, over the years, of the motor racing fraternity and the sports pistol and rifle shooting community. I thank the Madras Motor Sports Club (MMSC), the Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India (FMSCI), the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT), the National Rifle Association of India, and the Chennai Rifle Club for their encouragement of sports and the community of sportspersons." To my family and friends: Your love and support have been both a refuge and source of strength. Thank you!," he added.</span></p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">I am deeply humbled and honoured to receive the esteemed Padma Award by the President of India. <br><br>I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the Hon'ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu and the Honourable Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi for this prestigious honour. It is a&hellip;</p>
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<p><span>He wished his late father had lived to see this day, but said he would proud that his spirit and legacy live on in all that I do.</span></p>
<p><span>He thanked his mother for her unconditional love and the sacrifices, his wife Shalini and children, whom he called his "pride and the light of my life, motivating me to set an example for how to do well and live right." "Lastly, to all my fans, supporters, and well-wishers: Your unwavering love and support have fueled my passion and dedication. This award is as much yours as it is mine. Thank you all for this incredible honour and for being part of this journey. I am committed to continuing to serve with integrity and passion and wish you all just as well on your own journeys," he added.</span></p>
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<p><span>Known to keep a low profile, Ajith had drawn national attention recently after he survived a crash during a car race training session in Dubai, before his team emerged third in 991 category at the 2025 Dubai 24H.</span></p>
<p><span>Ajith is known for his outspoken views. The star's movies command good box office opening and he has a good fan base.</span></p>

Bollywood | Entertainment Known to keep a low profile, Ajith had drawn national attention recently after he survived a crash during a car race training session in Dubai, before his team emerged third in 991 category at the 2025 Dubai 24H.

Top Tamil star Ajith Kumar on Saturday said he was "deeply humbled and honoured" to be awarded Padma Bhushan by the Centre, stating it was a testament to the collective efforts and support of many. Fresh from his racing achievement in Dubai recently, the 53-year-old actor thanked President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi for "this prestigious honour." "It is a privilege to be recognized at such a level and I am truly grateful for this generous acknowledgment of my contributions to our nation. At the same time, I am mindful that this recognition is not just a personal accolade but a testament to the collective efforts and support of many," the actor said in a statement shared by his publicist on 'X.' He thanked members of the film industry and untold others. Also read: Beauty in Black! Alia Bhatt looks elegant at Sabyasachi 25-year runway show "I am also grateful for the kind support, over the years, of the motor racing fraternity and the sports pistol and rifle shooting community. I thank the Madras Motor Sports Club (MMSC), the Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India (FMSCI), the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT), the National Rifle Association of India, and the Chennai Rifle Club for their encouragement of sports and the community of sportspersons." To my family and friends: Your love and support have been both a refuge and source of strength. Thank you!," he added. I am deeply humbled and honoured to receive the esteemed Padma Award by the President of India. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the Hon'ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu and the Honourable Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi for this prestigious honour. It is a… — Suresh Chandra (@SureshChandraa) January 25, 2025 He wished his late father had lived to see this day, but said he would proud that his spirit and legacy live on in all that I do. He thanked his mother for her unconditional love and the sacrifices, his wife Shalini and children, whom he called his "pride and the light of my life, motivating me to set an example for how to do well and live right." "Lastly, to all my fans, supporters, and well-wishers: Your unwavering love and support have fueled my passion and dedication. This award is as much yours as it is mine. Thank you all for this incredible honour and for being part of this journey. I am committed to continuing to serve with integrity and passion and wish you all just as well on your own journeys," he added. Also read: Padma Awards 2025: Ajith Kumar, Pankaj Udhas get Padma Bhushan, Arijit Singh Padma Shri; see full list Known to keep a low profile, Ajith had drawn national attention recently after he survived a crash during a car race training session in Dubai, before his team emerged third in 991 category at the 2025 Dubai 24H. Ajith is known for his outspoken views. The star's movies command good box office opening and he has a good fan base.

'I wish my late father had lived to see this': Ajith expresses gratitude after Padma Bhushan honour

<p><br>Actor Ajith Kumar is riding high! The actor made the whole country proud after he secured third place at the Dubai 24H racing event.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The actor's win comes days after he met with an accident during a practice session on the racing track.&nbsp;</p>
<h2>Ajith Kumar waves Indian flag after his win at Dubai 24H&nbsp;</h2>
<p>Ajith and his team were on cloud nine after his big win. The <em>Vamimai</em> actor secured 3rd place in the 991 category in the Dubai 24H Series.&nbsp;</p>
<p>For his immense determination, the actor was also given the Spirit of the Race award in the GT4 category.</p>
<p>Celebrating his big win, his manager Suresh Chandra wrote on X (formerly Twitter), &ldquo;In a remarkable turn of events, the actor also got the Spirit of the Race recognition in the GT4 category. What a remarkable comeback after an accident due to a brake failure."</p>
<p>Several videos and photos of the actor celebrating his win have gone viral. In one video, the actor can be seen hugging and kissing his wife Shalini after stepping out of the car. The heartwarming clip has taken the internet by storm.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>Another clip showed him proudly waving the Indian flag as he reacted to his cheering fans.&nbsp;</p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Easily The BEST Moment Of The Celebration&rsquo;s Today 🥳💥<br><br>Paaaaaaaah! &hearts;️<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AjithKumarRacing?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AjithKumarRacing</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ajithkumar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Ajithkumar</a> <a href="https://t.co/T1iLZtVaKO">pic.twitter.com/T1iLZtVaKO</a></p>
&mdash; AJITHKUMAR FANS CLUB (@ThalaAjith_FC) <a href="https://twitter.com/ThalaAjith_FC/status/1878378696744022337?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 12, 2025</a></blockquote>
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<p>After his remarkable win, a few photos were shared on the X handle of his team called Ajith Kumar Racing.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Alongside the photos of Ajith, they wrote, &ldquo;Double whammy for Ajith kumar. 3rd place in the 991 category and Spirit of the race in the gt4 category. What a remarkable comeback after an accident due to a break failure. #ajithkumar #AjithKumarRacing #24hdubai #AKRacing #DubaiRaceWeekend #racing.&rdquo;</p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">What a Moment! 😍<br><br>THALA <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ajithkumar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Ajithkumar</a> Sir Kisses Shalini Ma&rsquo;am After The Winning Moment 🥰💫<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AjithKumarRacing?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AjithKumarRacing</a> <a href="https://t.co/Tg1SxamCFe">pic.twitter.com/Tg1SxamCFe</a></p>
&mdash; AJITHKUMAR FANS CLUB (@ThalaAjith_FC) <a href="https://twitter.com/ThalaAjith_FC/status/1878392454602207515?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 12, 2025</a></blockquote>
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<p>The actor&rsquo;s win was celebrated by his friend and actor R. Madhavan, who was present at the venue.</p>
<p>Taking to his Instagram, the <em>3 Idiots</em>&nbsp;actor shared a photo of him with Ajith after the latter's win, ''What a man.. as he says &rdquo; DREAMS DO COME TRUE &rdquo; .. an incredible real HERO&hellip;&rdquo; he wrote.&nbsp;</p>
<h2>Ajith Kumar's car crash</h2>
<p>The actor's win comes days after he met with an accident on the racetrack during a practice session. Later, his manager revealed that the actor was driving at the speed of 180 km when the car hit the track&rsquo;s barrier.</p>
<p>The actor's manager Suresh Chandra wrote on X, "Ajith is unhurt, hale and healthy. He was driving at a speed of 180 km when this happened."</p>

Entertainment | Ajith Kumar's win comes days after he met with an accident on a race track during a practice session. Later, his manager revealed that the actor was driving at a speed of 180 km. 

Actor Ajith Kumar is riding high! The actor made the whole country proud after he secured third place at the Dubai 24H racing event. The actor's win comes days after he met with an accident during a practice session on the racing track. Ajith Kumar waves Indian flag after his win at Dubai 24H Ajith and his team were on cloud nine after his big win. The Vamimai actor secured 3rd place in the 991 category in the Dubai 24H Series. For his immense determination, the actor was also given the Spirit of the Race award in the GT4 category. Celebrating his big win, his manager Suresh Chandra wrote on X (formerly Twitter), “In a remarkable turn of events, the actor also got the Spirit of the Race recognition in the GT4 category. What a remarkable comeback after an accident due to a brake failure." Several videos and photos of the actor celebrating his win have gone viral. In one video, the actor can be seen hugging and kissing his wife Shalini after stepping out of the car. The heartwarming clip has taken the internet by storm. View this post on Instagram A post shared by R. Madhavan (@actormaddy) Another clip showed him proudly waving the Indian flag as he reacted to his cheering fans. Easily The BEST Moment Of The Celebration’s Today 🥳💥 Paaaaaaaah! ♥️#AjithKumarRacing | #Ajithkumar pic.twitter.com/T1iLZtVaKO — AJITHKUMAR FANS CLUB (@ThalaAjith_FC) January 12, 2025 After his remarkable win, a few photos were shared on the X handle of his team called Ajith Kumar Racing. Alongside the photos of Ajith, they wrote, “Double whammy for Ajith kumar. 3rd place in the 991 category and Spirit of the race in the gt4 category. What a remarkable comeback after an accident due to a break failure. #ajithkumar #AjithKumarRacing #24hdubai #AKRacing #DubaiRaceWeekend #racing.” What a Moment! 😍 THALA #Ajithkumar Sir Kisses Shalini Ma’am After The Winning Moment 🥰💫#AjithKumarRacing pic.twitter.com/Tg1SxamCFe — AJITHKUMAR FANS CLUB (@ThalaAjith_FC) January 12, 2025 The actor’s win was celebrated by his friend and actor R. Madhavan, who was present at the venue. Taking to his Instagram, the 3 Idiots actor shared a photo of him with Ajith after the latter's win, ''What a man.. as he says ” DREAMS DO COME TRUE ” .. an incredible real HERO…” he wrote. Ajith Kumar's car crash The actor's win comes days after he met with an accident on the racetrack during a practice session. Later, his manager revealed that the actor was driving at the speed of 180 km when the car hit the track’s barrier. The actor's manager Suresh Chandra wrote on X, "Ajith is unhurt, hale and healthy. He was driving at a speed of 180 km when this happened."

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<p>Actor Ajith Kumar's car crashed during a practice test run at the Dubai circuit recently. The actor, who is lovingly called Thala Ajith, is in Dubai to participate in the upcoming Dubai 24 Hours race also known as 24H Dubai 2025.&nbsp;<br><br>A video released by his team shows, the actor's car crashing into the barriers, minutes before the endurance test session came to an end.&nbsp;<br>The video also shows the actor coming out of the car, unhurt as the rescue team comes to his aid.&nbsp;</p>
<h2>Ajith Kumar love for racing</h2>
<p>For the unversed, Ajith owns the racing team Ajith Kumar Racing, and he was set to participate in the highly competitive race, along with three other teammates - Mathieu Detry, Fabian Duffieux, and Cameron McLeod.&nbsp;<br><br>According to reports, Fabian Duffieux took over as the team manager for Ajith Kumar Racing in December last year.</p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Indian actor Ajith's Porsche car crashes at high speed on Dubai race track, but Thala walks away unscathed!<br><br>Watch the jaw-dropping moment<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ThalaAjith?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ThalaAjith</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ThalaAjith_FC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ThalaAjith_FC</a> <a href="https://t.co/fsOC1eaZj6">pic.twitter.com/fsOC1eaZj6</a></p>
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The video shows his car spinning seven times after crashing on the barrier. He was then rescued and taken to an ambulance. &nbsp;<br>The actor's manager Suresh Chandra, updated fans about the actor's health. "Ajith is unhurt, hale and healthy. He was driving at a speed of 180 km when this happened," he shared.&nbsp;<br><br>Many would know, that besides working in Tamil cinema, Ajith is known for his passion for driving and biking. The actor had been practising with his team, which he captained, for the race for sometime now.&nbsp;</p>
<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/salman-khan-birthday-sikandar-poster-out-teaser-to-release-tomorrow-8568299">Sikandar poster unveiled, teaser to release on Salman Khan's birthday</a><br><br>The Dubai event will comprise a team where each member will have to drive for six hours over the course of 24 hours. Ajith was just minutes away from completing his six hours.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/kamal-haasan-asks-fans-to-not-address-him-as-ulaganayagan-says-i-respectfully-decline-such-titles-775186">Kamal Haasan asks fans to not address him as 'Ulaganayagan', says ' I respectfully decline such titles'</a><br><br>The upcoming race would have marked the debut of Ajith Kumar's racing firm in endurance racing.</p>

A video released by his team shows, Thala Ajith's car crashing into the barriers, minutes before the endurance test session came to an end. 
The video also shows the actor coming out of the car, unhurt as the rescue team comes to his aid. 

Actor Ajith Kumar's car crashed during a practice test run at the Dubai circuit recently. The actor, who is lovingly called Thala Ajith, is in Dubai to participate in the upcoming Dubai 24 Hours race also known as 24H Dubai 2025. A video released by his team shows, the actor's car crashing into the barriers, minutes before the endurance test session came to an end. The video also shows the actor coming out of the car, unhurt as the rescue team comes to his aid. Ajith Kumar love for racing For the unversed, Ajith owns the racing team Ajith Kumar Racing, and he was set to participate in the highly competitive race, along with three other teammates - Mathieu Detry, Fabian Duffieux, and Cameron McLeod. According to reports, Fabian Duffieux took over as the team manager for Ajith Kumar Racing in December last year. Indian actor Ajith's Porsche car crashes at high speed on Dubai race track, but Thala walks away unscathed! Watch the jaw-dropping moment#ThalaAjith @ThalaAjith_FC pic.twitter.com/fsOC1eaZj6 — WION Showbiz (@WIONShowbiz) January 7, 2025 The video shows his car spinning seven times after crashing on the barrier. He was then rescued and taken to an ambulance. The actor's manager Suresh Chandra, updated fans about the actor's health. "Ajith is unhurt, hale and healthy. He was driving at a speed of 180 km when this happened," he shared. Many would know, that besides working in Tamil cinema, Ajith is known for his passion for driving and biking. The actor had been practising with his team, which he captained, for the race for sometime now. Sikandar poster unveiled, teaser to release on Salman Khan's birthday The Dubai event will comprise a team where each member will have to drive for six hours over the course of 24 hours. Ajith was just minutes away from completing his six hours. Kamal Haasan asks fans to not address him as 'Ulaganayagan', says ' I respectfully decline such titles' The upcoming race would have marked the debut of Ajith Kumar's racing firm in endurance racing.

Watch: Actor Ajith Kumar's Porsche race car crashes at a speed of 180 Kmph at Dubai circuit

<p>South Indian actor Ajith Kumar, popularly known as Ajith, has been discharged from a private hospital in Chennai after undergoing a minor medical procedure. The actor had initially visited the hospital for a general check-up, but doctors discovered a swollen nerve that required medical attention.</p>

<p>Trade analyst Ramesh Bala took to social media to reassure fans about Ajith's health, confirming that the actor had returned home and was doing well. He wrote, “Actor #Ajithkumar has returned home from his recent hospital visit. All is well! (sic)”&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier, rumours had surfaced claiming that Ajith was undergoing a procedure to remove a cyst in his brain. However, these rumours were debunked by Ramesh Bala, who clarified that Ajith had undergone a routine health check-up, including cardio and neuro examinations.&nbsp;“Apart from regular complete health check-ups, Actor #Ajithkumar underwent cardio and neuro check-ups also. Fans and well-wishers need not worry about his health. He is doing fine. (sic),” he wrote.</p>

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<p>Ajith's spokesperson, Suresh Chandra, provided further details about the actor's condition, explaining that the swelling in the nerve between Ajith's ear and brain was successfully treated with a simple medical procedure. Chandra added that Ajith was in good spirits and even walked from the ward to the ICU during his hospital stay.</p>

<p>“On Thursday, Ajith sir got admitted to the hospital for a general examination. There was undue swelling in the nerve connecting his ear to the brain. Doctors got rid of it now with a simple medical procedure. Ajith is fine, he walked from the ward to the ICU,” Chandra told Zoom.</p>

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<p>The actor is set to resume filming for Magizh Thirumeni's <em>Vidaa Muyarchi</em> later this month, in which he stars alongside Trisha Krishnan, Arjun Sarja, and Regina Cassandra. Ajith is also slated to appear in a film by Adhik Ravichandran.</p>


South Indian actor Ajith Kumar, popularly known as Ajith, has been discharged from a private hospital in Chennai after undergoing a minor medical procedure. The actor had initially visited the hospital for a general check-up, but doctors discovered a swollen nerve that required medical attention.

South Indian actor Ajith Kumar, popularly known as Ajith, has been discharged from a private hospital in Chennai after undergoing a minor medical procedure. The actor had initially visited the hospital for a general check-up, but doctors discovered a swollen nerve that required medical attention. Trade analyst Ramesh Bala took to social media to reassure fans about Ajith's health, confirming that the actor had returned home and was doing well. He wrote, “Actor #Ajithkumar has returned home from his recent hospital visit. All is well! (sic)” Earlier, rumours had surfaced claiming that Ajith was undergoing a procedure to remove a cyst in his brain. However, these rumours were debunked by Ramesh Bala, who clarified that Ajith had undergone a routine health check-up, including cardio and neuro examinations. “Apart from regular complete health check-ups, Actor #Ajithkumar underwent cardio and neuro check-ups also. Fans and well-wishers need not worry about his health. He is doing fine. (sic),” he wrote. Also read: Saint Laurent pre-Oscars bash 2024: Stars and their stunning outfits from the red carpet Ajith's spokesperson, Suresh Chandra, provided further details about the actor's condition, explaining that the swelling in the nerve between Ajith's ear and brain was successfully treated with a simple medical procedure. Chandra added that Ajith was in good spirits and even walked from the ward to the ICU during his hospital stay. “On Thursday, Ajith sir got admitted to the hospital for a general examination. There was undue swelling in the nerve connecting his ear to the brain. Doctors got rid of it now with a simple medical procedure. Ajith is fine, he walked from the ward to the ICU,” Chandra told Zoom. Also watch: Can Cillian Murphy become the next James Bond? The actor is set to resume filming for Magizh Thirumeni's Vidaa Muyarchi later this month, in which he stars alongside Trisha Krishnan, Arjun Sarja, and Regina Cassandra. Ajith is also slated to appear in a film by Adhik Ravichandran.

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