Narain Karthikeyan on Ajith Kumar: How the Actor’s Genuine Nature Impressed India’s First F1 Driver

Narain Karthikeyan and Ajith Kumar Team Up for Asian Le Mans Series, Eye 24 Hours of Le Mans

Narain Karthikeyan, India’s first Formula One driver, joins forces with Tamil superstar Ajith Kumar for the upcoming Asian Le Mans Series. Their partnership began in the early 2000s when Ajith’s passion for motorsport brought him close to Narain. Today, they turn that bond into a professional alliance, aiming for the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans in France.

Narain Karthikeyan and Ajith Kumar Strengthen Racing Bond from Formula Two to Asian Le Mans

Narain Karthikeyan first met Ajith Kumar during his Formula Two days in England. Ajith, passionate about bikes and aeromodelling, often asked Narain for track insights. Narain realized Ajith’s genuine love for motorsport and commitment to the sport. Their friendship from those days remains strong even today.

Dinner in Dubai Sparks Asian Le Mans Dream

The idea of racing together in the Asian Le Mans Series started during a dinner in Dubai last year. Narain initially dismissed the thought, but Ajith returned six months later with the same determination: “Let’s do this.” Narain saw Ajith’s persistence as proof of his serious intent to build an all-Indian team with Indian drivers.

Ajith Kumar Shows Unmatched Dedication to Racing Ahead of Asian Le Mans Series

Ajith Kumar trains rigorously for the championship starting in December at Sepang, Malaysia, and continuing in Abu Dhabi. Narain Karthikeyan praises Ajith’s remarkable progress over the past 18 months. He notes that Ajith faced several on-track challenges but transformed into a stronger, more competitive driver.

Narain Karthikeyan and Ajith Kumar Share a Vision for Indian Motorsport

Narain Karthikeyan feels excited to partner with Ajith Kumar, not for his star power but for his attitude and commitment. He describes Ajith as approachable, eager to learn, and passionate about elevating Indian motorsport. Narain looks forward to this journey, driven by their shared dream of making India proud on the global racing stage.