Get to know Tamil actor and TV presenter Kavin Raj, a prominent figure in Tamil cinema and television. This comprehensive biography covers his personal and professional life, from his early days to his Big Boss Tamil stint.
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Kavin was born on June 22, 1990, in Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu. He’s a Cancer, celebrating his birthday each year on June 22nd. He completed his schooling in Tiruchirapalli before attending Loyola College in Chennai to earn a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry.
His college years were marked by participation in an RJ hunt for an FM channel, a pivotal moment sparking his entertainment career path. This led to early acting roles in short films, paving the way for a journey into the professional world of acting. He diligently attended acting workshops, actively seeking auditions for both film and television productions. A significant break came during his final year of college when he secured a role with Star Vijay, leading him to forgo his studies and pursue his acting career full-time.
Physical Appearance
Here’s a summary of Kavin’s physical attributes:
- Height (approx.): 5’8″
- Weight (approx.): 70 Kg
- Hair Colour: Black
- Eye Colour: Black
- Body Measurements: Chest 40″, Waist 32″, Biceps 13″
Family, Caste & Girlfriend
Kavin Raj hails from a Hindu family. His parents are Pradeep Raj and Mary, and he has one sister. He is currently unmarried.
Career
Kavin’s acting journey began in 2011 with Star Vijay’s TV serial “Kana Kaanum Kaalangal,” where he portrayed the character of ‘Shiva’. He then transitioned to the role of ‘Murugan’ in “Saravanan Meenatchi” and later secured the lead role of ‘Vettaiyan’ aka ‘Saravana Perumal’ in the show’s sequel. This role brought him significant recognition.
His career expanded beyond television. In 2015, he co-hosted the Vijay Television Awards. He’s also appeared in films like “Indru Netru Naalai” (cameo), “Sathriyan” (supporting role), and “Natpuna Ennanu Theriyuma” (lead role). He further added hosting the reality show “Kings of Dance” (season 2) to his repertoire. In 2019, he notably participated in Big Boss Tamil 3.
Favourite Things
Kavin’s preferences reveal much about his personality:
| Category | Preference |
|---|---|
| Actor | Rajinikanth |
| Actress | Simran, Trisha |
| Food | Thaen Mittai, Mutton Biryani |
| Sport | Cricket |
| Cricketer | Sachin Tendulkar |
| Athlete | P. T. Usha |
| Films | Fast & Furious, The Hangover, 3 Idiots |
| Books | The Devil Wears Prada, Twilight, Ramayana |
| Musician | A. R. Rahman |
Facts
Here are some interesting facts about Kavin:
- His hobbies include travelling and reading.
- He follows a non-vegetarian diet.
- He once worked at a CD shop, earning enough to buy his mother a saree.
- Director Karthik Subbaraj recommended him for his debut film, Pizza.
- He’s a huge film enthusiast, once claiming he could watch movies in a theater for four straight days.
- He persistently auditioned for “Kana Kaanum Kalangal” since its first season, eventually landing a role in the final season.
- Initially, Irfan was cast in the Vettaiyan role in “Saravanan Meenatchi”, but due to scheduling conflicts, the part was offered to Kavin.
