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Kavin Raj (Big Boss Tamil) Biography: Age, Career, Family and More

F4U Editorial Desk • Updated October 5, 2026 • 3 min read

Quick Info

Date of birth22 June 1990

Age29 Years (as in 2019)

BirthplaceTiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu

ProfessionActor, TV Presenter

NationalityIndian

Marital statusUnmarried

FamilyFather - Pradeep Raj; Mother - Mary; Sister - 1

Kavin Raj (Big Boss Tamil) Biography

Kavin Raj is an Indian actor and television presenter from Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu. He rose to prominence through television serials and later appeared,

Early life and background

Kavin Raj was born on 22 June 1990 in Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu, into a middle-class family. He grew up in his hometown and spent his early years there. Kavin enrolled at Loyola College of Arts and Science in Nungambakkam, Chennai, studying for a B.Sc. in Chemistry, but left in his final semester after clearing an audition with Star Vijay to pursue a career in entertainment.

Kavin’s parents are Pradeep Raj and Mary. He has at least one sister; details about other siblings are not publicly specified. From a young age he showed an interest in films and performing arts, hobbies that include travelling and reading.

Career

Kavin began his on-screen career with television. He appeared in the teen drama Kana Kaanum Kaalangal (in its sequel) and went on to feature in a number of Tamil serials including Murugan and Saravanan Meenatchi. His portrayal of Vettaiyan (Saravana Perumal) in the second season of Saravanan Meenatchi significantly raised his public profile and brought him wider recognition.

He made his film debut with the 2012 movie Pizza after being recommended for the role by director Karthik Subbaraj. On television Kavin expanded into hosting and presenting: he co-hosted the Vijay Television Awards in 2015 and served as the host for season 2 of the reality series Kings of Dance.

Kavin’s early work experience included a job at a CD shop, where he earned his first payment of 1,000 rupees and used that money to buy a saree for his mother. Over time he became known not only for acting but also for his affability as a presenter and his enthusiasm for cinema.

Public profile

Kavin has described himself as a movie buff and has shared that he is an avid filmgoer. His favorite actors and films include Rajinikanth and titles across Indian and international cinema. He favors musicians such as A. R. Rahman and lists a variety of books among his preferences.

Physically, Kavin is approximately 173 cm (5 feet 8 inches) tall and weighs around 70 kilograms. He has black hair and black eyes, with reported body measurements including a 40-inch chest and a 32-inch waist. He follows Hinduism and is a non-vegetarian by food preference. His zodiac sign is Cancer.

Kavin’s personal life has been described as unmarried; public details about romantic relationships have not been disclosed. He maintains a public image rooted in his television work, serial roles, and hosting appearances.

Latest updates

In 2019 Kavin participated as a contestant in the third season of Bigg Boss Tamil, bringing his television experience to the reality-show format. Beyond that appearance, his body of work includes serial roles, hosting stints, and film work beginning with Pizza in 2012.

Kavin remains associated with Tamil-language television and film projects and continues to be recognized for the role that made him a household name in regional serial drama.

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Recent Work

Bigg Boss Tamil (Season 3)

Contestant on the reality television show

2019
Pizza

Film debut

2012
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Career Highlights

  1. Portrayed Vettaiyan (Saravana Perumal) in Saravanan Meenatchi season 2, which increased his popularity
  2. Hosted Kings of Dance season 2 and co-hosted the Vijay Television Awards in 2015
  3. Appeared in television serials including Kana Kaanum Kaalangal (sequel), Murugan, Saravanan Meenatchi
Reviewed by F4U Editorial Desk

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kavin Raj (Big Boss Tamil) born?

Kavin Raj (Big Boss Tamil) was born on 22 June 1990.

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Kavin Raj (Big Boss Tamil) is known for actor, TV Presenter.

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Kavin Raj (Big Boss Tamil)'s marital status is listed as Unmarried.