KPY Bala

KPY Bala (born 30 June 1995) is an Indian actor and comedian, who works in Tamil-language films and television. He rose to fame after appearing on Star Vijay's Cooku with Comali.^[1][2]

Bala was born on 30th June 1995 in Karaikal, India.^[3]

He received support from Amuthavaanan whilst coming to Chennai and started looking for opportunities in Vijay TV shows such as Athu Ithu Ethu.^[4]

In 2017, he competed in Kalakka Povadhu Yaaru? Season 6 and won the show, after having been eliminated and saved by Priyanka Deshpande, who advocated for him to continue on the show.^[5] He was seen occasionally on Super Singer 7, providing comedic relief, this led to him being roped into a Comali for Cooku with Comali.

He made his film debut in Vijay Sethupathi's Junga, directed by Gokul.^[6][7]

KPY Bala is known for his cheerful personality and a heart full of kindness. He goes out of his way to support those in need, spreading positivity with his actions. His helping nature makes him a beloved figure among friends and fans alike. During the audio launch of Rudhran, which Bala was anchoring, Raghava Lawrence had given Bala 10 lakhs to help with his welfare fund.^[8]

In 2023, Bala bought an ambulance for the hill dwellers of Kadambur near Erode. Earlier, on his birthday, he donated an ambulance to an old-age home.^[9] He has donated six ambulances, and Bala has provided auto-rickshaws to support people in their daily commute, making life easier for many. This includes initiatives like gifting an auto to a woman who sold samosas, helping her improve her livelihood.

• KPY Bala at IMDb