Ashwin Kkumar

Ashwin Kkumar is an Indian actor known primarily for his work in Malayalam and Tamil films. Dhuruvangal Pathinaaru marked his entry into cinema.[2] However, it was his debut in the Malayalam movie Jacobinte Swargarajyam that first introduced him to audiences.[3] Before his film debut, Ashwin Kumar was a mimicry artist, dancer, singer, YouTuber, and influencer. He was also active in generating content under the hashtag #itsmenotdubsmash. He eventually transitioned into acting.[4]

Not to be confused with Ashwin Kumar Lakshmikanthan or Ashwin (actor, born 1987).

Ashwin Kkumar
Born
Ashwin K. Kumar[1]
OccupationActor
Years active2015–present

Career

After the completion of his studies, Ashwin assumed the role of Joint Managing Director (JMD) in his father's business, RTC. During this phase, he explored his passion for acting by participating in short films, radio shows, and dance videos. An intriguing turn of events played a pivotal role in Ashwin's career. During the infamous 2015 South Indian floods, Ashwin found himself stranded at Dubai International Airport en route to Chennai, as his flight was canceled. Coincidentally, director Gautham Vasudev Menon faced a similar situation, with his flight from MAA to DXB being canceled due to the same flood. As Menon was unable to reach Dubai, Ashwin was offered a last-minute opportunity to step into the role originally designated for Menon in the film Jacobinte Swargarajyam; this became Ashwin's debut in Malayalam cinema.[5] Jacobinte Swargarajyam was also released prior to Dhuruvangal Pathinaaru, making it Ashwin's first film to be published in any language.[6][7][8][9]

Ashwin uploaded a dance video on Twitter featuring himself on a treadmill to the song "Annatha Adurar" from Apoorva Sagodharargal,[10] which garnered praise from Kamal Haasan.[11]

Filmography
Year Movies Role Language Notes
2016 Dhuruvangal Pathinaaru Gautham Tamil
Jacobinte Swargarajyam Murali Menon Malayalam
2017 Lavakusha David Luke Malayalam
2018 Ranam Selvan Malayalam
Charminar Sethu Malayalam Lead role
2019 Enai Noki Paayum Thota Nagraj Manohar Tamil
2021 Aaha Chenkan Malayalam
2022 Aarattu Ayyapan/Shiva Malayalam
Sardar Rathore's hitman Tamil
2023 Iraivan Ganesh Tamil

Web series
Year Name Role Language Notes
2019–2022 Menaka Jacob Anukaran Malayalam seasons 1–2
2022 Vadhandhi Santosh Tamil

References
  1. "Prithviraj's Detroit Crossing will have Sampath and Ashwin K Kumar". Times of India.
  2. "Kamal Haasan impressed with young actor's dance on a treadmill". The Times of India. 19 June 2020. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 16 September 2023.
  3. "Ashwin Kumar replaced Gautham Menon in 'Jacobinte Swargarajyam'". OnManorama. Retrieved 16 September 2023.
  4. "Treadmill dance fame Ashwin Kumar's latest video on Panipaali Bed goes viral". www.zoomtventertainment.com. 29 July 2020. Retrieved 16 September 2023.
  5. "Did you know the real reason why Gautham Vasudev Menon didn't get to play a major role in 'Jacobinte Swargarajyam'?". The Times of India. 31 January 2022. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 20 September 2023.
  6. "Ashwin Kkumar joins Mohanlal's big budget mass entertainer". The Times of India. 28 October 2020. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 20 September 2023.
  7. "I'm grabbing every opportunity that comes my way: 'Ranam' actor Ashwin Kumar". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 20 September 2023.
  8. James, Anu (22 February 2016). "It's Ashwin Kumar, instead of Gautham Menon, in Nivin Pauly's 'Jacobinte Swargarajyam'". www.ibtimes.co.in. Retrieved 20 September 2023.
  9. Madhu, Vignesh (11 April 2017). "Ashwin Kumar joins Prithviraj's Detroit Crossing". onlookersmedia. Retrieved 20 September 2023.
  10. "Kamal Haasan praises Ashwin Kkumar's video". The Times of India. 15 June 2020. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 20 September 2023.
  11. Ancy (22 June 2020). "Kamal Haasan Impressed By Ashwin Kkumar's Dance For Annathe Song On Treadmill | RITZ". Retrieved 20 September 2023.
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