★ HOW OLD IS AJAY RAO?
Ajay Rao is 46 years old, born January 24, 1980 in IN · Aquarius.
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About
Ajay Rao built a two-decade Kannada cinema career on romantic charm and versatility, starting with the blockbuster Excuse Me (2003). Born in India on 24 January 1980, he rose to prominence through Taj Mahal (2008) and the Krishnan films (2010–2011), earning Filmfare nominations and pivoting into production with Krishna Leela (2015). As an Aquarius, he balances emotional depth with creative innovation across 30+ films.
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Biography
Ajay Rao became "Sandalwood Krishna" through a career that transformed him from promising romantic lead to established Kannada cinema fixture. Born 24 January 1980 in India, he made his acting debut in Prem's romantic drama Excuse Me (2003), which ran in theatres for more than 25 weeks and immediately signalled his commercial appeal. His natural charm and relatable screen presence earned instant recognition.
The turning point came with R. Chandru's Taj Mahal (2008), followed by Shashank's Krishnan Love Story (2010) and Krishnan Marriage Story (2011). These performances cemented his status as a leading romantic hero and earned him multiple Filmfare nominations for Best Actor – Kannada. In 2015, Rao ventured into film production, launching Krishna Leela under Sri Krishna Arts and Creations; the film won the Karnataka State Film Award for Best Film.
Over more than two decades, he has appeared in over 30 films, transitioning seamlessly from romantic dramas to action thrillers and family entertainers. An Aquarius born in India, Rao works as an actor and film producer, embodying the sign's adaptability and creative range across Kannada cinema.
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Trivia
- Also credited as Krishna Ajai Rao, the nickname "Sandalwood Krishna" reflects his dominance in Kannada cinema.
- Excuse Me (2003), his debut film, ran in theatres for more than 25 weeks, an unusual theatrical longevity for a romantic drama at the time.
- He produced and starred in Krishna Leela (2015), which won the Karnataka State Film Award for Best Film.
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Numerology
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The Seeker
Analytical and private. Ajay Rao release rarely but deeply, and tend to reward fans with unusual artistic depth rather than constant output.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
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CHALLENGING
- Hunter SchaferTiger · 1998
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Frequently asked
- How old is Ajay Rao?
- Ajay Rao is 46 years old (born January 24, 1980).
- When is Ajay Rao's birthday?
- Ajay Rao was born on January 24, 1980.
- What is Ajay Rao's zodiac sign?
- Ajay Rao is a Aquarius, born January 24, 1980.
- What is Ajay Rao's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Ajay Rao was born in 1980, the year of the Metal Monkey.
- Where is Ajay Rao from?
- Ajay Rao is from IN.
- What does Ajay Rao do?
- Ajay Rao is a actor.
- Is Ajay Rao still alive?
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