Tamil star and racer Ajith Kumar’s mother Mohini Mani passed away on May 30 at the age of 89. Days after losing her, the actor announced that he was back to work with a ‘heavy heart’. Supportive messages poured in from fans as the actor returned to racing.
Ajith Kumar back to work with ‘heavy heart’
On Thursday, the official social media account of Ajith Kumar Racing posted numerous pictures of the actor-racer geared up for a race. Posting the pictures, they wrote, “Back at work with a heavy heart but life must go on! #AjithKumarRacing #AK #AjithKumar #AjithRedantRacing.” Some of the pictures show Ajith looking pensive as he waits to return to the track.
“She’s racing with you today. Go get em, champ! @ajithkumarracing,” commented one emotional fan on his post. “She will be always with you,” wrote another. Numerous others asked their ‘thala’ (leader) to stay strong. “She raised a man strong enough to keep moving even through heartbreak,” commented one fan, while another wrote, “This podium finish is for Mom.”
Family’s statement on Mohini’s passing
Ajith’s family released a joint statement on social media the day of her death. The note titled, “In memorium: Mohini Mani, 1937–2026”, began, “Our mother, Mohini Mani, passed away early this morning, in her sleep, after a period of declining health. She was 89. We are grateful for the care and support provided to her and our family by a number of medical professionals these last few years.”
The family further added, “We are comforted, even in this time of grief, that she lived a long life and could be counted among the lucky ones – to have known the undying love and care of dear ones and the genuine respect of just about everyone who came to know her kind nature, selfless spirit, and quiet grace.”
Looking back at the legacy of their mother, the family noted, “As someone who was part of the wave of Sindhis who migrated over to newly independent India at the time of Partition, as a child, leaving everything behind and starting over, she also derived immense satisfaction and pride from seeing her brood go on to do well in life.”
It was signed off by Anup Kumar, Ajith Kumar and Anil Kumar. Ajith was last seen in Vidaamuyarchi and Good Bad Ugly in 2025; both films co-starred Trisha Krishnan. Ajith has yet to announce a new film. The actor seems focused on racing for now.