
Ajith Kumar, one of India’s most prominent Kollywood actors and professional racing drivers, is currently in the news for a personal tragedy. He is going through a tough phase as he lost one of the most precious people in his life, his mother, Mohini Mani. She reportedly passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 30, 2026. The Good Bad Ugly actor’s mother was 85 years old when she succumbed to age-related ailments. Notably, it is not known for how long or what disease she was battling. Mohini Mani died in Chennai when her son, Ajith was in Dubai at the time for his racing commitments.
Ajith Kumar immediately rushed back to Chennai to bid his mom a final adieu and be with the rest of his family amid the difficult time. Popular figures from across the political and film fraternities, including Kamal Haasan and MK Stalin, have expressed their deep condolences. As the Tamil superstar mourned the loss of his mother, the bereaved family, particularly his wife, Shalini Kumar and their kids, have come under the spotlight. They are each other’s biggest support at times like these. Here’s everything we know about his better half.
Who is Ajith Kumar’s wife, Shalini Kumar?
















