Ashwin Kumar
Actor • Model • Cook with Comali Star • Singer
A fabulous Actor, Ashwin Kumar, who got sudden fame after being a contestant of the cooking reality show Cook with Comali Season 2. Ashwin is one of the finalists of the show, and with that fame he was poured with plenty of opportunities. His last name is Lakshmikanthan.
Biography
Personal Information
Stage Name: Ashwin Kumar
Nicknames: AK, Ashwinu, Ashwiney
Real Name: Ashwin Kumar Lakshmikanthan
Occupation: Actor, Model, Singer
Industry: Tamil & Telugu Cinema, Television
Basic Details
Date of Birth: May 7, 1991
Age: 33 years (as of 2025)
Birthplace: Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Nationality: Indian
Religion: Hindu
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Ashwin Kumar with his sister family
About Ashwin Kumar
Ashwin Kumar Lakshmikanthan is an Indian actor who works predominantly in Tamil and Telugu films and television. Born on May 7, 1991, in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, he rose to prominence after contesting in the 2021 reality programme Cooku with Comali Season 2. The Times of India named him the “Most Desirable Man on Television 2020” in its Chennai Times edition.
He has been in the industry for more than 7+ years, but he didn’t get a big breakthrough via films until the Cook With Comali TV show, which has zero haters, brought him massive fame. After Ajith Kumar, AK is the best suitable short form for Ashwin among his fans.
Ashwin Kumar Lakshmikanthan – Complete biography and details
Early Life & Education
Ashwin Kumar, also called by his full name Ashwin Kumar Lakshmikanthan, is a Coimbatorian. Born in an upper middle-class family in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, he celebrates his birthday on May 7. His mother tongue is Tamil, and he also speaks multiple languages. Some resources suggest he belongs to the Kammavar Naidu caste, though this is not confirmed.
He completed his high school from Carmel Garden School and later secured a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering from Kumaraguru College of Technology, Saravanampatti, Coimbatore. He also earned an MBA from the PSG Institute of Management.
Ashwin Kumar Lakshmikanthan biography
Current Status (2025)
Family & Personal Life
Family Background
Father: Lakshmikanthan
Mother: Information not publicly available
Siblings: One Sister
Notable Heritage: Grandson of famous Tamil actor K.A. Thangavelu
Personal Life
Marital Status: Unmarried
Relationship Status: Single
Rumored Girlfriend: Sivaangi (Cook with Comali co-star)
Current City: Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Career Journey
Made television debut with “Office” on Star Vijay
Small role in “Kathai Thiraikathai Vasanam Iyakkam” alongside Arya
Film debut with Mani Ratnam’s “O Kadhal Kanmani” and lead role in “Rettai Vaal Kuruvi”
Lead role in “Ninaikka Therintha Manamae” on Star Vijay
Appeared in “Adithya Varma” with Dhruv Vikram
Breakthrough with “Cooku with Comali Season 2” – Second Runner-up
Lead roles in “Enna Solla Pogirai,” “Meet Cute,” “Sembi,” and upcoming projects
Physical Appearance
Physical Traits
Height: 5 feet 9 inches (175 cm)
Weight: 69 kg (143 lbs)
Body Type: Gym Build
Chest: 39 inches
Waist: 33 inches
Biceps: 12 inches
Features
Skin Tone: Fair
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Black
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Social Media Presence
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Television Career
Major TV Shows & Roles
- Office (2013) – Debut on Star Vijay
- Rettai Vaal Kuruvi (2015) – Lead role on Zee Tamil
- Ninaikka Therintha Manamae (2017) – Lead role as Aravind on Star Vijay
- Raja Rani – Lead role (Telugu remake of Saravanan Meenatchi on Star Maa)
- Cooku with Comali Season 2 (2021) – Contestant (Second Runner-up)
Ashwin Kumar Lakshmikanthan in Cook with Comali
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Ashwin with Sivaangi and Pugazh
Filmography
Movies & Cinema Career
Tamil Films:
- Kathai Thiraikathai Vasanam Iyakkam (2014) – Guest role
- O Kadhal Kanmani (2015) – Supporting role (Debut)
- Enai Noki Paayum Thota (2019) – Supporting role
- Adithya Varma (2019) – Dhruv Vikram’s brother
- July Kaatril (2019) – Supporting role
- Enna Solla Pogirai (2022) – Lead role
- Sembi (2022) – Lead role as lawyer
- Captain Miller (2024) – Supporting role
Telugu Films:
- Meet Cute (2022) – Lead role in anthology segment
Web Series:
- Thanthu Vitten Ennai – Lead role (Zee5)
- Live Telecast (2021) – Horror thriller (Disney+ Hotstar)
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Ashwin Kumar rare pic with Sivakarthikeyan
Music Videos & Commercial Work
Music Videos & Brand Endorsements
Popular Music Videos:
- “Kutty Pattas” – Sony Music (went viral)
- “Cloning Kadhal” – Lead role
- “Rhythm of Life” – Sony Music
- “Shades of Kadhal” – Lead role
- “Criminal Crush” – Lead role
- “Adipoli” – Think Music
- “Baby Nee Sugar” – Lead role
- “Yaathi Yaathi” – Sony Music
- “VannaMayilae” – Noise and Grains
Brand Endorsements:
- Saravana Stores – Jimmiki Kammal Ad (with Oviya)
- Minister White Shirts – Brand advertisement
- Zee Thirai – Brand ambassador
- Multiple TV commercials and print advertisements
Ashwin in Saravana Stores ad
Awards & Recognition
Achievements & Honors
- Most Popular Person on Television Reality Show (2021) – Behindwoods Gold Icons
- Most Popular Male on Reality Television (2021) – Behindwoods Gold Icons
- Most Desirable Man on Television 2020 – The Times of India (Chennai Times)
- Cooku with Comali Season 2 – Second Runner-up
- Best Actor in Tamil (2019) – SMIFA Awards for short film “Blink”
- Vijay Television Award – Recognition for TV work
Ashwin Kumar Awards
Professional Life & Earnings
Career Highlights
Industry Experience: 10+ years
Breakthrough: Cook with Comali Season 2
Specialization: Romance, Drama, Comedy
Voice Work: Voice-over in “11:11 – Guru undu Bhayamillai”
Earnings & Assets
Salary per Episode: ₹12,000 (Approx.)
Net Worth: ₹1.2 Crores (Approx.)
Vehicle: Hyundai Creta (White)
Lifestyle: Fitness enthusiast, Teetotaller
Lifestyle & Preferences
Personal Interests
Hobbies: Singing, Writing, Playing Guitar, Cooking
Fitness: Spends 1-2 hours daily in bodybuilding
Music: Good singer and guitar player
Nature: Shy and reserved personality
Cook with Comali Ashwin with his guitar
Favorites
Actors: Akshay Kumar, Simbu, Rajinikanth
Food: Chicken
Drinks Alcohol: No (Teetotaller)
Smoking: No
Interesting Facts & Trivia
Unknown Facts About Ashwin Kumar
- Born and brought up in Coimbatore, currently lives in Chennai
- He is a fitness freak who spends 1-2 hours daily in bodybuilding
- Appeared in Saravana Stores Jimmiki Kammal Ad with Bigg Boss contestant Oviya
- He is basically very shy and was even more reserved during his college days
- He loves music and is a good singer who plays guitar
- Owns a Hyundai Creta white-colored car
- He is the grandson of famous Tamil actor K.A. Thangavelu
- Initially started cooking out of necessity for survival during financial difficulties
- His survival skill in cooking led him to become second runner-up in Cook with Comali Season 2
- Once approached Gautham Vasudev Menon for audition but was replaced just before shoot
- Made the bold decision to leave Coimbatore for Chennai to pursue acting dreams
- Secured lead role in upcoming romantic thriller directed by Arvindh Srinivasan (2025)
Ashwin Kumar with his girlfriend
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Short Films & Early Work
Short Film Career
- “3 Santhipugal” (2014) – Early short film
- “Bullet 350 CC” (2014) – Supporting role
- “Pradhi” (2016) – Lead role
- “Idar” (2017) – Supporting role
- “3 Scenes of Love Story” (2018) – Lead role
- “Blink” (2019) – Lead role (Won Best Actor SMIFA Award)
- “Cindrella” (2019) – Lead role
- “Kadhal Ondru Kanden” (2020) – Lead role as Mathew
Upcoming Projects
Future Films & Projects
- Untitled Romantic Thriller (2025) – Lead role, directed by Arvindh Srinivasan, produced by Zhen Studios
- Upcoming Film with Pugazh – Lead role under debutante Hariharan’s direction for Trident Arts
- Project with Vijay Adhiraj – Lead role in upcoming feature film
Controversy
No major controversy records have been reported about this celebrity so far. Ashwin Kumar has maintained a clean and positive image throughout his career in television and cinema.
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