Updated: 2025.12.15

Somashekar Mahadeva is an Indian professional poker player who has established himself as a prominent figure on the Asian tournament circuit. Known for his breakout performances in Cambodia and consistent deep runs across the Philippines and Vietnam, he is widely recognized as one of India’s rising talents in the international live arena.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

According to The Hendon Mob, Mahadeva has amassed $379,199 in total live earnings, placing him 33rd on the India All Time Money List. His career-defining performance occurred in May 2025 at the Asia Pacific Poker Tour (APPT) Cambodia , where he finished as the runner-up in the $1,750 Main Event , securing a massive career-best score of $155,225.

Earlier in the same year, he proved his ability to close out tournaments by winning the WPT Cambodia Championship Megastack event for $29,978. His consistent form continued throughout late 2025 with multiple cashes at the Manila Megastack 23 , including a 3rd place finish in the Pot Limit Omaha Bomb Pot event.

Biography & Poker Background

Originally from India, Somashekar Mahadeva (often listed as Somashekar KM) has transitioned from the domestic Indian circuit to becoming a regular grinder at major international festivals. While he has roots in the Indian poker scene, evidenced by cashes in Goa at events like WPT Prime India, his recent focus has shifted heavily toward the Southeast Asian market. He is now a familiar face in key poker hubs like Phnom Penh, Manila, and Hanoi, frequently competing in series such as the World Poker Tour (WPT), APPT, and Dragon Poker Grand Opening.

Play Style & Strategy

Mahadeva’s play style is characterized by calculated aggression and a willingness to embrace high-variance spots. Live reporting from the WPT Prime Cambodia highlights his readiness to play big pots pre-flop, such as a notable hand where he eliminated an opponent with Pocket Tens in a massive three-way all-in situation. His ability to switch between No Limit Hold’em and mixed games like Pot Limit Omaha, where he recently final-tabled a “Bomb Pot” event, suggests a versatile skill set that adapts well to the changing dynamics of Asian tournament fields.