By Entertainment Desk | September 16, 2025
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Before stepping into films, Malayalam actor Tovino Thomas worked as a software engineer at Cognizant in Chennai.
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Many know him as an actor, but Tovino actually began his journey in cinema as an assistant director in Roopesh Peethambaran’s Theevram (2012), before getting noticed on screen.
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He worked as a model during his early career days, which helped him gain visibility before making a name in films.
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Tovino’s breakthrough came with the film ABCD (2013), where he played a negative role opposite Dulquer Salmaan.
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He’s passionate about fitness and martial arts. Tovino is known to train rigorously and is one of the few Malayalam stars who maintains a strong action-hero physique.
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Tovino grew up reading Marvel and DC comics, which made him particularly excited about playing Minnal Murali—Malayalam cinema’s first homegrown superhero.
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Unlike many actors, Tovino often expresses his views on social and political issues, especially on women’s rights, humanitarian causes, and Kerala’s flood relief efforts.
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During the 2018 Kerala floods, Tovino was actively involved in rescue missions, personally helping flood victims and coordinating relief activities.
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Though primarily known for Malayalam films, he has acted in Tamil cinema (Maari 2 alongside Dhanush) and is open to exploring more industries, making him a pan-India prospect.
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Despite his busy schedule, Tovino is grounded. He married his long-time love Lidiya in 2014, and they have two children. He often says his family keeps him humble and balanced.