Asin Thottumkal, known mononymously as Asin, is a name that carries significant weight in the world of Indian cinema. The Bollywood Actress With her stunning looks, undeniable talent, and captivating on-screen presence, she has carved a niche for herself in the hearts of millions of fans worldwide.
Early Life and Upbringing
Born on October 26, 1985, in Kerala, India, Asin ventured into the film industry at a young age and quickly rose to stardom. She completed her Bachelor of Arts degree in English Literature from St. Teresa’s College in Kochi, Kerala.
Asin was born into a Malayali Syro-Malabar Catholic family. Her father Joseph Thottumkal is an Ex-CBI officer and later managed several businesses. Her mother Seline Thottumkal, who moved from Kochi to Chennai and then to Mumbai to live with her daughter, is a surgeon.
Personal Life – Age, Zodiac Sign
| Personal Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Asin Thottumkal |
| Nickname | Queen of Kollywood |
| Alternative Names(s) (also known as) | Aasin |
| Date of Birth | October 26, 1985 |
| Age (as of 2023) | 37 |
| Religion | Christian |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Birthplace | Cochin, Kerala, India |
| Hometown | Cochin, Kerala, India |
| Current Address | Mehrauli, Delhi, India |
| Education Qualification | Bachelor of Arts in English Literature |
| Hobbies and Interests | Reading and Travelling |
| Languages Known | Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Sanskrit, English, French and German |
| Social Media Profiles link (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) | Facebook, Instagram, Twitter |
| Wikipedia Profile link | Asin – Wikipedia |
| IMDb Profile link | Asin – IMDb |
| Website link | N/A |
Physical Appearance – Height, Weight, Body Measurements
| Physical Stats | Information |
|---|---|
| Body Type | Slim |
| Body Measurements (Chest – Waist – Hips) | 34-28-34 |
| Height in feet, inches, cm | 5’ 4″ (163 cm) |
| Weight in kg, lbs | 55 kg (121 lbs) |
| Chest | 34 inches |
| Waist | 28 inches |
| Biceps | Not available |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Hairstyle | Long and straight |
| Distinctive Features | Dimpled smile, mole on her right cheek |
| Tattoos | N/A |
Family and Relationships – Boyfriend/Husband, Affairs
Asin married Micromax co-founder Rahul Sharma in January 2016. The couple has a daughter, Arin Sharma, who was born on October 24, 2017.
| Relationships Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Marital Status | Married |
| Spouse – Husband | Rahul Sharma |
| Father | Joseph Thottumkal |
| Mother | Seline Thottumkal |
| Children | Arin Sharma |
| Siblings | Arjun Thottumkal |
| Affairs – Boyfriend(s) | Salman Khan, M.S Dhoni |
Rise to Stardom
Asin made her acting debut at the age of 15 with Sathyan Anthikkad’s Malayalam film Narendran Makan Jayakanthan Vaka in 2001.
She had her first commercial success with the Telugu film Amma Nanna O Tamila Ammayi in 2003, and won a Filmfare Best Telugu Actress Award for the film. M. Kumaran Son of Mahalakshmi (2004) was her debut in Tamil and a huge success.
Asin Thottumkal – Debut Film – Narendran Makan Jayakanthan Vaka (2001)
Asin Thottumkal – Successful Films – Bol Bachchan (2012)
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Career, Awards, and Achievements
Asin has won a number of awards for her performance in various films in the Tamil, Telugu and Hindi industries, including the most coveted Kalaimamani award by the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu in 2009.
She has won various Filmfare awards and other prominent awards for her acting skills in all three major industries which she has been part of in her career.
| Career Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Profession(s) | Actress |
| Debut Film | Narendran Makan Jayakanthan Vaka (2001) |
| Notable Roles | Ghajini, Amma Nanna O Tamila Ammayi, Dasavathaaram |
| Recent Films – New Movies | All Is Well (2015), 2.0 (2018), Kaavalan 2 (2020) |
| Upcoming Films | All Is Well |
| Popular Television Series | Khiladi 786 |
| Awards and Achievements | Filmfare Award for Best Actress – Tamil, Filmfare Award for Best Actress – Telugu, Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut, IIFA Award for Star Debut of the Year – Female, Stardust Award for Superstar of Tomorrow – Female, Pride of Kerala in Bollywood |
| Endorsements/Brand Collaborations | Avon, Mirinda, Colgate, Lux, Big Bazaar, Parachute, Tanishq, Clinic All Clear, Fairever, Spinz Talcs |
| Philanthropy/Charity Work | Save The Children India, Cuddles Foundation, Being Human Foundation |
| Professional Associations | Cine & TV Artistes’ Association, South Indian Film Artistes’ Association |
| Training and Education | Bachelor of Arts degree in English Literature from St. Teresa’s College in Kochi |
| Production Company | N/A |
| Box Office Success – Hit Movie | Ghajini, Ready, Housefull 2 |
| Critical Acclaim Movies | Ghajini |
Assets and Finances – Net Worth
| Financial Profile | Information |
|---|---|
| Net Worth in Rs. and Dollars | Rs. 112 crore or $16 million |
| Per Movie Charges in Rs. and Dollars | Rs. 2 crore or $0.28 million |
| Per Endorsement Charges in Rs. and Dollars | Rs. 40 lakh or $0.05 million |
| Sponsorship Deals | Mirinda, Fairever, Colgate, Clinic All Clear, Lux, Tanishq, Tata Sky, Big Bazaar, Parachute |
| Business Ventures | N/A |
| Investments | N/A |
| Real Estate Holdings | Apartment in Marine Drive, Kochi; Farmhouse in Vagamon, Kerala; Apartment in Lokhandwala Complex, Mumbai |
| Luxury Items/Properties Owned | Diamond necklace worth Rs. 6 crores |
| Cars Collection | Toyota Camry, Audi Q7 |
Favourite Things, Likes and Dislikes
| Favorite Things | Information |
|---|---|
| Favorite Actor | Mohanlal |
| Favorite Actress | Amir Khan |
| Favorite Film | Kizhakkunarum Pakshi (Malayalam) and The Sound of Music (Hollywood) |
| Favorite Music Bands | Arlissa, Keke Wyatt, Sofi Green, Maxwell, Sade, Eminem, Bon Jovi |
| Favorite Sport | Cricket |
| Favorite Books | William Shakespeare’s works |
| Favorite Color | Red and Black |
| Favorite Food | Appam, Prawns with Kerala Rice |
| Things s/he likes | Reading, Acting, Listening Music, Travelling, Bharatanatyam, Kathakali, Folk Dance |
| Things s/he dislikes | Smoking, Alcohol, Pet or Nicknames, OCD |
Top 5 Best Films – Asin Thottumkal
| Film Name | Year of Release | Character Played |
|---|---|---|
| Ghajini | 2008 | Kalpana |
| Dasavathaaram | 2008 | Andal |
| Pokkiri | 2007 | Sruthi |
| Varalaru | 2006 | Divya |
| M. Kumaran Son of Mahalakshmi | 2004 | Mythili |
Controversies – Asin Thottumkal
- There were rumours that Asin and Salman Khan were so friendly at a time that they used to share expensive gifts on a frequent basis.
- She was allegedly groped by a fan at a conferenc.
- Rumours of a link-up between Asin and M.S Dhoni.
- Asin was once proposed by Subhaan (9 years old son of Sajid Nadiadwala).
- Asin sparked divorce rumours after she deleted all her pictures with husband Rahul Sharma from Instagram.
Interesting Facts – Asin Thottumkal
- Asin is a voracious reader, she reads a lot of fiction and has a huge library at home.
- She is the first South Indian actress to work with both Aamir Khan and Salman Khan.
- Asin suffers from OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder), which urges her to do things like washing her hands repeatedly, checking lock more than once.
- She is fluent in 7 languages – Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, Hindi, English and French.
- Asin was named “Queen of Kollywood” by the online portals in 2007.
- Asin is a trained Bharatanatyam dancer.
