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Asin Thottumkal, popularly known as Asin, is an Indian actress and former model. She was born on October 26, 1985, in Kochi, Kerala, India. Asin hails from a Syro-Malabar Catholic family and was raised in a multicultural environment. She completed her education from Naval Public School in Kochi and later pursued a degree in English Literature from St. Teresa’s College.
Asin began her acting career in the South Indian film industry, predominantly appearing in Malayalam, Tamil, and Telugu films. Her breakthrough came in 2003 with the Malayalam film “Narendran Makan Jayakanthan Vaka,” for which she won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress. She subsequently made her Tamil film debut with “M. Kumaran S/O Mahalakshmi” in 2004, which was a commercial success and earned her critical acclaim.
In 2008, Asin ventured into Bollywood with the film “Ghajini,” opposite Aamir Khan. The film became a huge success and established her as a leading actress in Hindi cinema. She went on to star in several commercially successful films like “Ready,” “Housefull 2,” and “Bol Bachchan,” among others. Asin’s performances were praised for her versatility and screen presence.
Apart from her acting career, Asin has been involved in various philanthropic activities. She actively supports causes related to education and child welfare. In 2015, she married Rahul Sharma, the co-founder of Micromax Informatics, and the couple has a daughter named Arin.
Asin’s contributions to the entertainment industry have earned her numerous accolades, including Filmfare Awards and International Indian Film Academy Awards. With her talent, beauty, and versatility, Asin has carved a niche for herself in the Indian film industry, leaving a lasting impact on audiences.
Path to fame
Asin gained recognition in the South Indian film industry with her debut film “Narendran Makan Jayakanthan Vaka” in 2003 and made her mark in Bollywood with the blockbuster film “Ghajini” in 2008.
Nicknames
Asin
BIRTHDAY
October 26, 1985 (age 39)
BORN
Kochi, Kerala, India (Map)
ZODIAC SIGN
Scorpio
EDUCATION
English Literature degree from St. Teresa’s College
POLITICAL VIEWS
Unknown
Nationality
Indian
Ethnicity
Indian (Syro-Malabar Catholic)
EYE COLOR
Dark Brown
HAIR COLOR
Black
HEIGHT
5ft 2 (160 cm)
WEIGHT
50 kg (110 lb)
DIET
Unknown
Breasts-Waist-Hips
34-26-38 inches (86-66-97 cm)
BRA SIZE
34B
HANDEDNESS
Right-handed
TATTOOS
Unknown
SMOKE
Unknown
NET WORTH
Unknown
Faith
Unknown
languages spoken
English, Malayalam, Tamil, Hindi
IQ
Unknown
House
Unknown
Daily routine
Unknown
Sexual Orientation
Heterosexual
Dating history
Unknown
Personal Quotes
“Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.”
“I believe that education is the most powerful tool we have to change the world.”
“Challenges are what make life interesting, and overcoming them is what makes life meaningful.”
“Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your own inner voice.”
“Be yourself, because an original is worth more than a copy.”
“Hard work and determination are the stepping stones to success.”
“Success is not about the destination; it’s about the journey.”
“Life is too short to hold grudges. Forgive, forget, and move on.”
“Dream big, work hard, stay focused, and surround yourself with positive people.”
“Embrace failure as a stepping stone to success. Learn from it, grow stronger, and keep moving forward.”
Favorite Things
hobbies
Reading books, travelling, cooking
pet
Unknown
place to visit
Kerala, India
food
South Indian cuisine, especially dosa and appam, Thai food
actor
Amitabh Bachchan, Aamir Khan, Meryl Streep
book
“To Kill a Mockingbird” by Harper Lee
movie
Titanic
On the Web
Official Website
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Fun Facts
Asin is fluent in seven languages: English, Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Sanskrit, and French.
She has won several awards, including Filmfare Awards, for her performances in both South Indian and Bollywood films.
Asin made her acting debut at the age of 16 in a Malayalam film.
She is a trained Bharatanatyam dancer.
Asin is known for her philanthropic work and has supported various charitable causes.
She is an avid reader and enjoys literature, especially works by William Shakespeare.
Asin’s wedding to Rahul Sharma was a private ceremony held in Delhi.
She took a break from acting after her marriage to focus on her family.
Asin’s daughter, Arin, was born in 2017.
She has worked with some of the biggest names in the Indian film industry, including Aamir Khan, Akshay Kumar, and Ajay Devgn.
Career Highlight
- Breakthrough Malayalam film: Narendran Makan Jayakanthan Vaka (2003)
- Debut Tamil film: M. Kumaran S/O Mahalakshmi (2004)
- Bollywood breakthrough film: Ghajini (2008)
- Commercial successes: Ready, Housefull 2, Bol Bachchan
- Recipient of the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress
- Established as a leading actress in Hindi cinema
- Worked with renowned actors like Aamir Khan, Akshay Kumar, and Ajay Devgn
- Multiple Filmfare Awards for her performances in South Indian and Bollywood films
- Known for her versatility and screen presence
- Active in philanthropic activities, supporting causes related to education and child welfare
- Fluent in seven languages: English, Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Sanskrit, and French
