Karthi, also known by his stage name, is good at acting in Tamil movies. His life story is just as inspiring as the characters he plays in films. Let’s take a look at his journey and all the cool things he has achieved in the movie world, starting from his humble beginnings.
Wiki
| Full Name | Karthik Sivakumar |
|---|---|
| Profession | Actor |
| Famous As | Actor |
| Nick Name | Karthi |
| Famous Role | Kaali in Tamil film Madras (2014) |
| Date of Birth | 25 May 1977 (Wednesday) |
| Age | 47 Years Old |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Birthplace | Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Hometown | Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Country | India |
| Mother Tongue | Tamil |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
| Religion | Hindu |
| Hobbies | Singing |
| Food Habits | Vegetarian |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Mechanical Engineering, Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Industrial Engineering |
| School Name | Not Known |
| College/University | B.S.Abdur Rahman Crescent Engineering College, Chennai Binghamton University, Binghamton, New York |
| Debut | Tamil: Aaytha Ezhuthu (2004) Telugu: Oopiri (2016) |
Early Life
Karthi was born on May 25, 1977, in Chennai, India. He comes from a family that’s deeply connected to entertainment. His dad, Sivakumar, is a famous actor, and his brother, Suriya, is also making a name in Tamil films. Despite this, Karthi initially chose a different path. He studied Mechanical Engineering at Crescent Engineering College in Chennai and later got a Master’s in Industrial Engineering from Binghamton University in New York.
But the pull of the movies was too strong to resist. Karthi came back to India and learned acting from the renowned director Mani Ratnam. He started as an assistant director, diving into the details of filmmaking while dreaming of becoming an actor.
Career
In 2007, Karthi started acting in movies. He became famous for his role in the film “Paruthiveeran,” directed by Vetrimaaran. Karthi played the part of a person from a rural village caught up in love, loss, and revenge. The movie did well, and Karthi won many awards, including the Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Tamil.
After that, Karthi has acted in many different kinds of movies and has been very successful. He has shown he can play different roles, from funny romantic films like “Naan” and “Silumbu” to exciting action movies like “Aayirathil Oruvan” and “Theeran Adhigaaram Ondru.” He has also acted in historical dramas like “Paiyaa” and “Ponniyin Selvan,” proving he can handle any type of story and make any character come alive.
Family
| Father Name | Sivakumar (Actor) |
|---|---|
| Mother Name | Lakshmi Sivakumar |
| Brother Name | Suriya (aka Saravanan Sivakumar, Actor) |
| Sister Name | Brindha Sivakumar |
Physical Appearance
| Height (Approx.) | in centimeters – 178 cm in meters – 1.78 m in feet inches – 5’ 10” |
|---|---|
| Weight (Approx.) | in kilograms – 78 kg in pounds – 172 lbs |
| Body Measurements | – Chest: 42 Inches – Waist: 34 Inches – Biceps: 13.5 Inches |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Relationship Status
| Marital Status | Married |
|---|---|
| Spouse | Ranjani |
| Children | Daughter– Umayaal (born 2013) Son– None |
Net Worth & Salary
| Net Worth in USD (Approx.) | $13 Million |
|---|---|
| Net Worth in Indian Rupees (Approx.) | ₹90 Crores |
| Salary (Approx.) | ₹8 to 10 Crore/film |
| Car & Bike Collection | Mercedes Benz ML 350 and Audi |
| Income Source | Acting, Brand Endorsement |
Social Media Handles
| @karthi_offl | |
| @sikarthi | |
| @Karthi_Offl |
Awards
- Edison Award: Karthik Sivakumar has been honored with an Edison Award, recognizing his excellence in the field of cinema.
- SIIMA Critics Award for Best Actor: Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actor – South for the Film Madras 2014
- Tamil Nadu State Film Award: Karthi has been recognized by the Tamil Nadu State Film Awards, further highlighting his significant impact on Tamil cinema.
- Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actor South: 2017 Theeran Adhigaaram Ondru Theeran Thirumaran
Controversy
Some time back, actor Sivakumar had a problem with a fan who took a selfie without asking. The actor got upset and knocked away the fan’s phone not just once, but twice. He said sorry the first time but didn’t talk about it the second time. In that year, actor Kasturi mentioned the incident to Sivakumar’s son, Karthi, making things more awkward for the actor.
Facts
- Karthi loves cricket. He plays it whenever he can.
- He’s good at music too. Karthi can play the piano and drums.
- Karthi reads a lot. He also likes hanging out with his family.
Favorite Things
| Musicians | Yet To Update |
|---|---|
| Singers | Yet To Update |
| Films | Subramaniapuram (2008, Tamil) |
| Foods | Yet To Update |
| Cuisine | Mexican, Thai |
| Sport | Badminton |
| Actor | Rajinikanth |
| Actress | Yet To Update |
| Color | White, black, blue |
Karthi Songs Lyrics
FAQs
Karthi studied in schools in Chennai and later got a mechanical engineering degree from Crescent Engineering College in the same city.
Ranjini Chinnaswamy is Karthi’s wife.
Actor Suriya is brother of Actor Karthi (Karthik Sivakumar).
Karthi earns approximately Rs. 8 crore for each movie he works on. This makes him one of the actors who get paid the most in Tamil cinema and in all of India.
Karthi, born on 25th May 1977, is the son of actor Sivakumar and Lakshmi Sivakumar. His big brother is actor Suriya, and he has a younger sister, Brindha.