​From Ashwin Kumar to Ramya Pandian: Movie stars who started their careers on Tamil TV​

Getting stardom and enjoying fame is like a dream come true to many. While some struggle hard to earn fame, some are fortunate enough to earn stardom with their controversies and stints on television. Here are some of the Tamil celebs who shot to fame with their stints on television.

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Ashwin Kumar started his career with a reality show, Cook with Comali. He was paired opposite Sivaagi and won many hearts. Ashwin made his debut in the Tamil film 'Enna Solla Pogirai’.

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Kavin began his career with the TV series Saravanan Meenatchi, where he played the character Vaettayan. He also participated in Bigg Boss. After that, the actor acted in various films like Lift, Dada to name a few.

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Priya Bhavani Shankar commenced her professional journey as a news presenter before stepping into the realm of acting. Her acting debut took place in the renowned daily soap "Kalyanam Mudhal Kadhal Varai." She showcased her talent in various other shows such as Jodi Number One Season 5, Super Singer Senior Season 5, and Kings of Dance Season 1. Transitioning her career towards the film industry, Priya Bhavani Shankar marked her entry into movies with her performance in the film "Meyaadha Maan."

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Karthik initiated his acting journey by starring in the TV series "Kana Kaanum Kaalangal Kallooriyin Kadhai" (2011-2012) as the character Karthikeyan. He later joined Jodi Number One Season 7, paired with actress Nancy Jennifer. In 2017, Karthik took on the role of Adithyaa in the Tamil daily soap "Sembaruthi" alongside the newcomer Shabana Shajahan, which significantly raised his popularity. Subsequently, Karthik transitioned to the big screen, marking his debut in the film "Mugilan" alongside actress Ramya Pandian.

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He started his career as an actor in the TV show 'Kana Kaanum Kalangal Kalloori Saalai.' Rio also worked as a video jockey, hosting daytime shows such as Kaloorikalam, Suda Suda Chennai, and Free Ah Vidu among others. Rio acted in the lead role in the third season of the popular daily soap, Saravanan Meenatchi between 2016 and 2018. Later, he made his lead role in a feature film through the comedy-drama, Nenjamundu Nermaiyundu Odu Raja (2019), produced by actor Sivakarthikeyan. The film opened to mixed reviews, with a critic noting he makes a "decent debut". And also he participated in the reality show Bigg Boss Tamil 4.

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Vani Bhojan played the role of Sathyapriya in the show Deivamagal. She also participated in various reality shows. Later, Vani shifted her career to the film industry. Vani Bhojan made her film debut in the film Oh My Kadavule she acted along with actor Ashok Selvan.

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Ramya Pandian transitioned from hosting small events to becoming a participant in the reality show Cook with Comali, where she secured the position of second runner-up. Her prominence expanded through her appearance in 'Bigg Boss Tamil.' Later, she ventured into the film industry, gaining significant acclaim for her performances in movies like Joker and Aan Devatha due to her exceptional acting skills.

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