Quick Info
| Profession | Actor, Singer |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 25/05/1977 |
| Age | 49 years |
| Birthplace | Madras, Tamil Nadu |
Latest News about Karthi Sivakumar
30/09/2026
Reports in September 2026 said that Sardar 2 was set to clash with another film at the box office. Coverage around the film also noted that it had completed its theatrical run and was headed for an OTT premiere after an underwhelming box-office performance.
26/05/2026
Karthi marked his 49th birthday in May 2026, and entertainment coverage noted that he thanked fans for their support through a message shared on X. The same birthday coverage also highlighted announcements tied to his 30th film and the sequel Sardar 2.
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Bio/Wiki
| Real name | Karthik Sivakumar |
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| Nickname | Karthi |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5’ 10” (178 cm) |
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| Weight | 78 kg |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Black (dyed brown) |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) | Mechanical Engineering at B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai |
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| Master of Science | Industrial Engineering (Elective Filmmaking) at Binghamton University, New York, US |
| Other Courses | Two Courses in Basic Filmmaking at SUNY - The State University of New York, US |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Community | Kongu Nadu |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Tamannaah Bhatia (actress; rumoured) |
| Engagement Date | 29/04/2011 |
| Engagement Place | Karthi's village in Goundampalayam, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu |
| Marriage Date | 03/07/2011 |
| Marriage Place | Codissia Trade Fair Complex, Coimbatore |
Family
| Wife/Spouse | Ranjani Chinnasamy (MA in English Literature) | ||||
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| Father | Sivakumar (actor) | ||||
| Mother | Lakshmi Sivakumar | ||||
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Career
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Favourites
| Actor | Rajinikanth |
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| Sport | Badminton |
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| Car | Mercedes-Benz |
Style Quotient
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| Bike Collection | BMW R 1250 GS | ||||||
| Expensive Things | TISSOT T-SPORT PRS 516 watch worth Rs 1,13,000 | ||||||
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/karthi_offl/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Karthi spent his childhood in Chennai. | |
| 2. During his childhood, he found inspiration in the movies of Jackie Chan and Bruce Lee, which fueled his passion for acting. | |
| 3. He commenced his career as an engineering consultant in Chennai after completing his graduation, eventually pursuing further studies in New York. | |
| 4. Upon his return to India, he worked as an assistant director under the guidance of director Mani Ratnam. | |
| 5. In 2010, he was appointed as the brand ambassador for Bharti Airtel South India. | |
| 6. Karthi has showcased his vocal talents in several Tamil songs. | |
| 7. In 2011, he took on the role of a cause ambassador to raise awareness about lysosomal storage disease. | |
| 8. His presence can be seen in television advertisements for various brands. | |
| 9. In 2015, he was elected as the treasurer of the Nadigar Sangam. | |
| 10. An annual tradition sees Karthi visiting orphanages on his birthday, contributing funds for their support. | |
| 11. On his 31st birthday, he inaugurated the NGO Makkal Nala Mandram. | |
| 12. Karthi is known for adopting a white tiger cub at Vandalur Zoo. | |
| 13. Expressing interest in aviation, he has voiced his aspiration to learn flying. | |
| 14. In 2019, Karthi openly criticized actress Kasturi Shankar for mocking his father. | |
| 15. Setting a stance against on-screen smoking, he mentioned in 2020 that he has never partaken in a smoking scene. | |
| 16. To support a Chennai-based organization, he auctioned his cherished guitar in 2022. | |
| 17. Karthi's 25th movie 'Japan' in 2023 featured his acting skills and his rendition of a Telugu song for the film. | |
| 18. In 2019, he openly criticized actress Kasturi Shankar for mocking his father. |