Ajith Kumar thanks wife Shalini for 'letting him race' at 24H Dubai 2025

After a 13-year break, Ajith Kumar made a triumphant return to the racing world, with his team securing a place in the spotlight with his performance at the '24H Dubai 2025' car racing competition. The race, which spanned 24 hours, saw the team clinch an impressive third position. The team's victory was met with an outpouring of congratulations across social media. In a heartfelt moment shared online, a video surfaced showing Ajith expressing his gratitude to his wife, actress Shalini. From the stage, Ajith can be heard saying, "Thank you, Shalu, for allowing me to race," while Shalini beams with pride in the background. The heartwarming scene continued with another video showing Ajith lovingly embracing and kissing Shalini after the race.

Joining the couple in Dubai was their daughter, Anoushka, who was present to cheer on her father.
Ajith’s victory also brought along the support of close friends and industry colleagues. Actor Madhavan, a long-time friend, and director Adhik Ravichandran, known for his work on 'Good Bad Ugly', were both in attendance to witness the race and celebrate Ajith's success.