Yogi Babu
Personal details
  • Born:
    • Birthday: 1985-07-22
    • Born Place: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
  • Also Known As:

    யோகி பாபு, YogiBabu

Yogi Babu

Yogi Babu is one of the most prolific and beloved actors in contemporary Tamil cinema, recognized for his impeccable comic timing, signature appearance, and versatile performances. Born on July 22, 1985, in Arani, Tamil Nadu, he grew up in an army family—his father was a havildar—which led him to live in various parts of India, including Jammu, during his childhood. Before entering the film industry, he was a talented sportsman, even winning a state-level championship in cricket during his school years. He began his entertainment career on television as an assistant director and actor in the popular spoof show Lollu Sabha, where he spent two years honing his improvisational skills. He made his big-screen debut in the 2009 film Yogi, from which he adopted his stage name, and eventually rose to national prominence after appearing in the Hindi blockbuster Chennai Express (2013) alongside Shah Rukh Khan. His career reached a turning point in 2016 with his breakout performance in Aandavan Kattalai, which won him the Ananda Vikatan Cinema Award for Best Comedian. Since then, he has become a staple in major productions, sharing the screen with superstars like Rajinikanth, Vijay, and Ajith Kumar. Beyond pure comedy, he has earned critical acclaim for his depth as a lead actor and character artist in socially relevant films like Pariyerum Perumal (2018), Mandela (2021), and Maaveeran (2023). As of 2026, he remains one of the busiest actors in India, with a massive filmography that includes upcoming high-profile projects like The Raja Saab and Jailer 2. In his personal life, he married Manju Bhargavi in 2020 and has two children. A recipient of the prestigious Kalaimamani award (2019) and multiple SIIMA and Vikatan Awards, Yogi Babu is celebrated not just for his humor, but for his humility and transition from a television artist to a global cinema icon.

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