Adhavan Umavathy Kesavamurthi (born 1 October 1980), known professionally as Aadhavan, is an Indian mimicry artist and actor known for his work in Tamil television and films.

He did his schooling in Thanjavur, Madurai, Udumalaipettai and Chennai as his father, S Kesavamurthi, who was working as an officer in a bank, was being posted in these places.

[citation needed] After completing his higher studies in Electrical and Electronics, Aadhavan worked in the banking, and information technology (IT) sectors.

Shiva, who was working in Radio Mirchi, was the chief guest of that cultural function, where Aadhavan performed mimicry with variety of voices.

With his ability to mimic voices of celebrities and sense of humor, Aadhavan was adjudged as the title winner of Kalakka Povathu Yaaru Season 4.

[11] His association with celebrities, along with his mimicry skills, have helped Aadhavan to make an entry into Tamil film industry as an actor and an assistant director.