Ajith Kumar, the celebrated Indian actor, has been awarded the Gentleman Driver of the Year 2025 by the Philippe Charriol Motorsport Group in Venice, Italy. This recognition celebrates his achievements and passion for motorsport. The award ceremony in Venice was attended by Ajith's family, and photos of the event have been circulating widely on social media.

Ajith's wife, actress Shalini, shared her pride and joy on Instagram, stating, "Honoured to stand beside my husband in Venice, as he is being awarded 'Gentleman Driver of the Year 2025' in honour of entrepreneur and racing driver, the late Philippe Charriol". The shared image features Ajith and his family at the award ceremony.

Ajith Kumar's dedication to racing has been evident for years. He has actively participated in both national and international motorsport events, achieving significant results. Early in 2025, Ajith Kumar established the Ajith Kumar Racing Team, which represents India in various international endurance racing competitions. The team has secured two third-place finishes and one second-place win in 24-hour and 12-hour race formats, bringing recognition to both Tamil Nadu and India.

Sources close to Ajith Kumar have stated that his recent accomplishments in racing were made possible by his commitment to completing his film projects by December 2024. He wrapped up his work on "Vidaamuyarchi" and "Good Bad Ugly," ensuring that he could fully dedicate himself to his racing goals. This included completing dubbing work in a matter of days.

The news of Ajith's award has been met with widespread enthusiasm online. Fans and members of the racing community have expressed their congratulations and support.

Even with the ongoing celebrations, Ajith is preparing for his next film project, tentatively titled "AK64," with director Adhik Ravichandran. An official announcement regarding the project is expected soon.

The SRO Motor Sports Group presented Ajith Kumar with the 'Gentleman Driver of the Year 2025' award. Ajith Kumar's racing team has achieved significant milestones, including securing two third-place positions and one second-place position in various races. These races included both 24-hour and 12-hour formats.