Ajith Kumar Subramaniam, popularly known as Ajith Kumar, is an Indian actor who mainly works in Tamil films. Ajith is also known for his passion for racing and has driven in international circuits and Formula championships. He has also taken part in the MRF Racing series in 2010, and has competed in circuits at Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai.
Fans of actor Ajith Kumar organised a meeting across various districts in Tamil Nadu to launch a political party, projecting the actor as the chief minister candidate for 2031. Supporters displayed banners, performed rituals, and announced a car as the proposed party symbol alongside releasing a flag. The group also articulated political stances, including opposition to the NEET examination. However, representatives and sources close to the actor clarified that Ajith Kumar has no connection to the initiative and has previously maintained a clear stance against joining politics or endorsing any political outfits. The actor's team maintained complete unawareness of the unauthorized gathering and the use of the actor's image or racing car visuals for political activities.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay concludes his week-long official tour of the United Kingdom, where the state government signed memoranda of understanding worth twelve thousand three hundred crore rupees, projected to generate over nine thousand four hundred jobs.
A political controversy has emerged over Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay's official visit to the United Kingdom, where he attended the Silverstone Le Mans Cup alongside actor Ajith Kumar and announced plans related to motorsport infrastructure in the state. Opposition leaders raised questions regarding the schedule, transparency, and nature of the overseas tour, while state officials and TVK representatives pointed to newly signed Memorandums of Understanding in London with entities such as Sigma Technology Group to establish Global Capability Centres. The broadcast also features panel discussions on the political meeting between DMK MP Kanimozhi and Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Uddhav Thackeray in Mumbai, alongside updates on a communal dispute during Ganesh Chaturthi in Mysuru, police action in a Gurugram assault case involving a Kargil war veteran, and developments from the Women's Asia Cup.
The Tamil Nadu government has announced plans to build a dedicated motorsport city in Chennai to boost motorsport and sports tourism. The project features an international standard racetrack designed to host events ranging from Formula 1 to Formula 4, alongside modern infrastructure and driver training facilities. Racer and actor Ajith Kumar commended the initiative, noting that state recognition, corporate backing, and simplified customs regulations are essential for hosting international racing series in India.
The Tamil Nadu Assembly witnessed intense political clashes between Chief Minister Vijay and Leader of Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin over issues including the gold scheme and the state's law and order.
The Tamil Nadu Assembly witnessed intense political clashes between Chief Minister Vijay and Leader of Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin over issues including the gold scheme and the state's law and order. Amid the political showdown, Chief Minister Vijay announced major initiatives, including a resolution seeking the primary use of Tamil in the Madras High Court, which received unanimous support. The government also unveiled plans for a world-class Olympic City in Chennai and dedicated infrastructure for motorsports to host Formula One to Formula Four racing. The motorsports announcement drew praise from actor Ajith Kumar, who welcomed the government's push for sports infrastructure. Additionally, the CBCID in Tamil Nadu initiated action against fraudulent social media deepfake videos impersonating Chief Minister Vijay, which were found to be shared by Pakistan-based accounts.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday inaugurated the India AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi.
Ajith Kumar's fans took the celebrations too seriously as they burst crackers inside a theatre hall during Mankatha screening. The film re-released in South India on January 23.
A bomb threat was emailed to the Tamil Nadu DGP’s office on Sunday night, warning of explosives at the residence of Chief Minister MK Stalin and actors Ajith Kumar, Aravind Swamy and Khushbu. The alert triggered immediate security checks at all four locations. The threat comes just days after Ajith Kumar’s Injambakkam home received a similar anonymous warning.
Tamil Nadu's top VVIPs, including Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, actor Ajith Kumar, and BJP leader Khushboo Sundar, have received bomb threats, prompting a large-scale probe by the state police. The threats are reportedly part of a recurring issue in the state, disrupting police operations as they investigate the warnings issued to nearly 11 high-profile individuals. According to India Today's Pramod Madhav, 'in the state of Tamil Nadu this is becoming a very big issue. Because currently, one after the other, warm threats are being given to especially about VIPs.' This is not the first instance of a bomb threat against the Chief Minister, with a similar hoax occurring just a month prior.
This special report focusses on superstar accountability, contrasting the actions of Rajinikanth and Ajith Kumar with the widespread criticism of Vijay following a deadly stampede at his political rally in Karur.
Actor and racer Ajith Kumar sits down with F2 driver Kush Maini to talk about the challenges and triumphs of Indian motorsports.
Ajith Kumar, in an exclusive conversation with India Today, said sustaining injuries while performing his stunts on film sets doesn't deter him. He also expressed that his fans never said, "Oh, you're getting hurt. Please don't do films."
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief and actor Vijay strongly criticised the DMK government during a massive protest seeking justice for temple guard Ajith Kumar, who allegedly died due to police torture. Vijay condemned the state’s handling of custodial deaths, branding the MK Stalin-led regime a “Sorry ma model” government.
In the Tamil Nadu custodial death case, the post-mortem report of Ajith Kumar reveals shocking details of brutal torture. The autopsy recorded 44 injuries, including deep muscle contusions, internal organ and brain haemorrhages, and wounds of varying shapes and directions—suggesting repeated, targeted assaults with objects like batons or rods. The injuries indicate severe internal bleeding and trauma consistent with sustained physical abuse.
The Super 6 broadcast discusses the recent custodial death of Ajith Kumar in Tamil Nadu, sparking a heated debate on police accountability. The DMK government faces criticism for its handling of the case, with opposition parties alleging a cover-up attempt.
Congress MP Karthi Chidambaram demanded action against the cops involved in the custodial death of Ajith Kumar in Tamil Nadu's Sivaganga district.
In an exclusive chat with India Today, Tamil actor Ajith Kumar spoke about receiving Padma Bhushan, how he chanced upon acting and also opened up about his retirement plans. Speaking about his retirement plans, he said, "You never know! It's not about me planning when to retire, I could be forced into retirement. I don't want to take anything for granted. People complaining about life. To wake up and feel alive itself is a blessing. I am not being philosophical here. I have been through surgeries and injuries. I have friends and family who are cancer survivors. We understand how valuable life is - just to be alive. I want to make use of every second of my life - want to make the most of it."
Tamil actor Ajith Kumar in an exclusive chat with India Today TV opened up on receiving Padma Bhushan. The 'Good Bad Ugly' actor described the recognition as surreal and overwhelming. "Honestly, it still hasn’t sunk in. I’m still a plain middle-class person at heart, and it feels so surreal to be here and experiencing all these emotions. I’m happy and overwhelmed," he said.
Actors Ajith Kumar and Nandamuri Balakrishna received the Padma Awards on Monday. The prestigious ceremony took place at the Rashtrapati Bhavan.
