Karthik Jayaram, a prominent figure in the Indian entertainment industry, enjoys widespread recognition for his diverse roles in Kannada cinema and Hindi television. This comprehensive biography delves into his life, career, and personal details.

Biography/Wiki

Born on May 1, 1979, in Koppa, Karnataka, India, Karthik Jayaram, also known as “Superstar JK” and “J. Karthik,” is a 44-year-old actor. Raised in Bengaluru, he pursued his education at Sri Kumaran Children’s Home Mallasandra, Bengaluru. His academic achievements include a Civil Engineering degree and a Master’s in Structural Engineering from the National Degree College Jayanagar, Bengaluru, along with a Mechanical Engineering degree from the Bangalore Institute of Technology.

After graduation, he worked as a structural engineer for Praxair in Dubai before returning to Bangalore to pursue his passion for modeling and acting. His journey wasn’t easy, but his persistence led to his breakthrough role in the TV serial “Ashwini Nakshatra” in 2013. This opened doors to further opportunities, including a role in the Hindi serial “Siya Ke Ram.”

Physical Appearance

Standing tall at approximately 6’1″ and weighing around 75 kg, Karthik possesses a striking physique that has garnered him significant attention. His impressive build, with a chest measurement of around 40 inches and biceps of 15 inches, adds to his charismatic presence. His brown eyes and black hair complete his attractive look.

Family, Caste & Girlfriend

Karthik comes from a Hindu family. His father, Dr. Jayaram, is a veterinary doctor, and his mother, Banumathi, is a homemaker. He has one older sister. Currently single, he is focused on his thriving career.

Career

Karthik began his acting journey in 2013 with “Ashwini Nakshatra.” He has since appeared in several notable TV serials, including “Agnisakshi” (Kannada) and “Siya Ke Ram” (Hindi). His participation in the reality show “Bigg Boss Kannada” Season 5 in 2017 further solidified his public profile, where he was the second runner-up.

Beyond television, he has acted in movies across Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, and Bengali cinema. His film debut was in “Kempe Gowda” (2011), followed by lead roles in movies such as “Just Love” (2014) which boosted his popularity significantly. Other notable films include “Vishnuvardhana,” “Jarasandha,” “Fighter,” “Eega,” and “Chandrika.”

His career extends beyond acting to include successful modeling assignments and TV commercials.

Facts

Here are some interesting facts about Karthik Jayaram:

• His first modeling assignment paid him just Rs. 500.
• He shares a close bond with his father, whom he considers his inspiration.
• A cricket enthusiast, he served as vice-captain of the “Karnataka Bulldozers” in the Celebrity Cricket League (CCL).
• His favorite clothing brands are Zodiac and Levi’s.
• His lucky number is 1.
• He enjoys collecting shoes.
• He is a fitness enthusiast.
• Dosa is one of his favorite foods.
• He admires Aishwarya Rai, Hrithik Roshan, and Ranveer Singh.
• Black and white are his favorite colors.
• He enjoys holidaying in Amsterdam and Leh & Ladakh.