Jaikanth Sampath, also known as Jai, is an Indian actor and musician who has worked in Tamil films. He was born in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India on April 6, 1984. Jai is 1.72 meters tall and has been credited in more than 60 movies, including Annapoorani, Raja Rani, and Theera Kaadhal. He has also composed songs such as "Adi Avara" and "Seyiradha Senju Mudi". 

Jai made his acting debut in a supporting role in Bagavathi and in 2007 he auditioned for the leading role in Chennai 600028. Some of his other movies include Mehabooba, Jai Vijayam, and Dashmi. 

Jai is also the nephew of noted composer Deva and the cousin of Srikanth Deva.