Aadhavan (anchor)
Aadhavan Umavathy Kesavamurthi | |
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| Born | Adhavan Umavathy Kesavamurthi Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Other names | Aadhavan |
| Occupation(s) | Mimicry performer, actor, radio jockey, video jockey |
| Years active | 2007–present |
| Known for | Tamil cinema and television comedy programs |
| Notable work | Konjam Nadinga Boss, Super Challenge, Comedy Junction, Savaale Samaali, Galatta Rani, Lollu Pa, Maanga Idiots |
Adhavan Umavathy Kesavamurthi, widely recognized by his stage name Aadhavan, is a distinguished Indian mimicry performer and actor active in Tamil cinema and television. In addition to acting, he has experience as both a Radio Jockey (RJ) and Video Jockey (VJ) within Tamil Nadu. His television credits include appearances on several comedy programs such as Konjam Nadinga Boss, Super Challenge, Comedy Junction, Savaale Samaali, Galatta Rani, Lollu Pa, and Maanga Idiots.
Early life
Originating from Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, Aadhavan's education spanned multiple cities, a result of his father's transfers in the banking sector. He graduated with a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics from SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Kattankulathur, in 2001. His aptitude for mimicry was nurtured by his mother, Dr P Umavathy, who frequently imitated her coworkers.
Radio jockey
Following initial roles in banking and information technology, Aadhavan's professional path took a turn when Sujith Kumar, the HR Head at Infosys and founder of the Maatram Foundation, invited him to showcase his mimicry talents at an Infosys cultural event held in Chennai. Actor Shiva, who was then affiliated with Radio Mirchi, was impressed by Aadhavan’s performance and subsequently offered him a position as an RJ. In 2007, he commenced hosting Kollyudans, a program featuring instant updates, interviews, special segments, and the latest movie news. Throughout his tenure at Radio Mirchi, Aadhavan conducted interviews with numerous prominent personalities.
Video jockey
While employed at Radio Mirchi, Aadhavan competed in the fourth season of Kalakka Povathu Yaaru? (KPY), a Tamil-language comedy reality show broadcast on Vijay TV in 2008. His exceptional ability to imitate celebrity voices combined with his comedic talent earned him the championship title. This achievement led to an offer from Adithya TV—a 24-hour Tamil comedy channel under the Sun TV Network umbrella—which launched on 8 February 2009. Aadhavan joined Adithya TV shortly after, on 15 February 2009, and remained affiliated with Sun TV Network for more than ten years.
He gained widespread recognition hosting Konjam Nadinga Boss on Adithya TV, a distinctive comedy program where participants mimicked popular movie dialogues in the original actors’ voices. Additionally, Aadhavan served as a judge alongside Madurai Muthu on Comedy Junction, a Tamil comedy talk show aired on Sun TV. His extensive hosting experience includes live shows such as Vaanga Sirikalaam and Idhudhaanda Sirippu, as well as successful series like Natchathiram, Super Challenge, Savaale Samaali (Sun TV), Galatta Rani (Kalaignar TV), and the event Sun Kudumba Virudhugal 2019.
After an eleven-year period away from Vijay TV, Aadhavan returned as a judge for the ninth season of Kalakka Povadhu Yaaru, reaffirming his prominent role in Tamil television comedy.
Film career
Utilizing his network within the entertainment industry along with his mimicry expertise, Aadhavan transitioned into the Tamil film sector as both an actor and assistant director. He lent his voice to replicate that of the late Raghuvaran in the 2008 movie Ellam Avan Seyal and provided voice acting for a golden retriever character in Enga Kattula Mazhai (2018). His film career began with assisting director Dharani and included contributions to the 2012 release 3.
Filmography
| Year | Movie | Character | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Onbadhule Guru | ||
| Biriyani | |||
| 2014 | Madhavanum Malarvizhiyum | ||
| Irukku Aana Illai | Meenakshi Sundaram | ||
| 2015 | Rombha Nallavan Da Nee | Cameo role | |
| Manadhil Oru Maatram | |||
| Chikkiku Chikkikkichu | Venky | ||
| Sandamarutham | Aadhavan | ||
| 2016 | Ka Ka Ka Po | ||
| Ennama Katha Vudranunga | |||
| 2017 | 12-12-1950 | Ejamaan | |
| 2021 | Eeswaran | Mayakannan | |
| Ikk | |||
| 2022 | Narai Ezhuthum Suyasaritham | ||
| Powder | |||
| 2024 | Haraa | ||
| Jolly O Gymkhana | LIC Agent Dhandapani | ||
| 2025 | EMI |
Television
| Year | Show | Role | Network | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020–2021 | Amman | Dr. Vinoth | Colors Tamil | |
| 2021 | Idhayathai Thirudathe | Himself | Colors Tamil | Guest appearance |