Actor Prithviraj Sukumaran’s ED raid in a car smuggling case sparks buzz. [Photo: Instagram/therealprithvi]
Prithviraj Sukumaran is one of South India’s most talented and successful actors, directors, and producers. Known for his versatility in Malayalam cinema and beyond, he has also directed major hits like Lucifer. Recently, the actor made headlines due to an ED raid linked to a luxury car smuggling case.
Born on 16 October 1982 in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, Prithviraj Sukumaran is an Indian actor, filmmaker, and producer. He began his film journey with Nandanam in 2002 and quickly rose to fame. His acting range and powerful performances made him a leading name in Malayalam cinema. He has also worked in Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi films.
As of 2024, Prithviraj Sukumaran’s estimated net worth is around ₹54 crore (USD 6.5 million). His income comes from acting, brand endorsements, real estate, and his production company, Prithviraj Productions. Reports suggest he charges between ₹4 to ₹10 crore per film.
He was born on October 16, 1982, which makes him 43 years old in 2025.
He stands 5 feet 11 inches (180 cm) tall.
His father, Sukumaran, was a respected actor in Malayalam cinema.
His mother, Mallika Sukumaran, is also a well-known Malayalam actress.
He has one brother, Indrajith Sukumaran, who is also an established Malayalam actor.
Prithviraj married Supriya Menon, a journalist and producer, on 25 April 2011. She is also a co-producer in his production house.
The couple has one daughter, Alankrita Menon Sukumaran, fondly known as Ally. She was born in 2014.
He was born into a Hindu family and follows Hinduism.
Prithviraj has acted in more than 100 films across languages. His most popular works include:
His upcoming projects continue to push creative boundaries in Indian cinema.
Before acting, Prithviraj studied in Ooty and later completed his degree in Information Technology from the University of Tasmania, Australia. He entered films at the age of 19 and quickly became a bankable star.
He has since ventured into production and direction, co-owning Prithviraj Productions. Known for his discipline and intellect, he has received multiple Filmfare Awards and Kerala State Film Awards.
Prithviraj is passionate about luxury cars and owns several high-end models, including:
He also owns premium homes in Kochi and a ₹30-crore duplex apartment in Mumbai’s Pali Hill, where he is a neighbour to Bollywood stars Salman Khan and Aamir Khan.
In October 2025, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted raids at properties linked to Prithviraj in Kerala and Tamil Nadu. The investigation is tied to a luxury car smuggling case involving alleged FEMA violations and forged import documents.
Reports indicate that high-end cars, including SUVs, were imported illegally through Bhutan and Nepal to avoid customs duties. The ED also raided actor Dulquer Salmaan’s residences as part of the same probe. Prithviraj has not issued a public statement yet.
