1. Background: Kirik Keerthi, whose real name is Keerthi Shankaraghatta, is a prominent Kannada TV personality. He is widely recognized for his contributions to Public TV (Kannada) and is currently associated with Samaya TV (Kannada).

2. Early Life: Born in ShankaraGhatta, Shivamogga District, Karnataka, Keerthi was raised by his parents Udaykumar and Lalita Udaykumar. His name "Keerthi" denotes fame.

3. Education: Keerthi attended local schools in Shankaraghatta and pursued journalism studies at Sahyadri College, Shivamogga, and Kuvempu University, Shimoga.

4. Career: He has held various roles in media, including project editor at Public TV, editor positions at Samaya TV and Samaya News, and producer roles at Colors Kannada and Kasturi Media Pvt Ltd.

5. Writing: Keerthi occasionally contributes to Kannada newspapers and serves as the editor of the online newspaper "The New Indian Times."

6. Bigg Boss Appearance: Keerthi participated in Bigg Boss Season 4, where his humor, active participation, and straightforwardness made him a strong contender.

7. Activism: He actively advocates for the Kannada language. During the Kaveri Issue, he supported Karnataka's cause and urged Bangalore software companies to join the silent protest against the Supreme Court's decision.

8. Collaborative Projects: Keerthi recently directed the video "Namma Bengaluru," featuring Chandan Shetty and others.

9. Film Connection: He has also acted in films like "Eradane Sala" and "Chitraali."
10. Family: Keerthi is married to Arpitha Keerthi, and they have a son named Avishkar.