About Ajay Thakur
Ajay Thakur is the raider who carried India to the 2016 Kabaddi World Cup title with a stunning performance in the final. A former India captain and Asian Games gold medallist, he was awarded the Padma Shri in 2019.
Ajay Thakur quick facts
- Born: 1 May 1986, Himachal Pradesh
- Sport: Kabaddi (raider)
- International: Kabaddi World Cup 2016; Asian Games gold 2014
- Honours: Padma Shri (2019), Arjuna Award
- Service: Deputy Superintendent of Police, Himachal Pradesh
Early life and background
Ajay grew up in a village near Nalagarh in Himachal Pradesh.
Career highlights
He starred for Puneri Paltan and Tamil Thalaivas in PKL and captained India.
Major achievements
- Kabaddi World Cup winner – 2016
- Asian Games gold – 2014
- India captain
Honours
- Padma Shri (2019)
- Arjuna Award
Audience and brand fit
Kabaddi stars carry huge mass appeal in Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Himachal Pradesh and across rural India, and suit FMCG, fintech, telecom, nutrition, agri and two-wheeler brands, plus PKL-season activations. Ajay is ideal for Himachal Pradesh and police or public-service themes.
Book Ajay Thakur through CelebrityHai
Looking to work with Ajay Thakur? CelebrityHai can approach Ajay’s team for brand endorsements, ad films, corporate talks and leadership sessions, school and sports events, store launches and social media campaigns. Tell us about the campaign or event, the timeline and the budget range, and we will confirm availability, negotiate terms and manage the paperwork and the day itself.
Frequently asked questions
How can I book Ajay Thakur for an event or campaign?
Send an enquiry through CelebrityHai with the event or campaign type, city, date and budget range. We check Ajay’s availability with their team and share a written quote with terms.
Is Ajay Thakur available for brand endorsements?
Ajay considers brand partnerships that suit their image and schedule. Availability depends on existing category exclusivities and calendar, which we confirm case by case.
Which languages does Ajay Thakur work in?
Hindi, English.
Can Ajay Thakur speak at a corporate or school event?
Ajay can be approached for motivational talks, award ceremonies, fireside chats and sports events, subject to training and competition schedules. Share your format and audience and we will check feasibility with their team.
Available for
- Brand Endorsement
- Event Appearance
- Motivational Talk
- Corporate Event
- Digital Campaign
- Social Media Campaign
Enquire for a campaign or event
Choose the format you are planning. These are enquiry options, not confirmed services; Ajay Thakur’s team decides which briefs they accept.
- Brand endorsement
- Brand ambassador
- TV commercial
- Digital or social campaign
- Product launch
- Corporate event
- Public event or performance
- Commercial shoot or other
Fees are not published. They depend on deliverables, usage rights, duration and dates, and are confirmed with the talent’s team for your brief.
