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Fahadh Faasil
Active Malayalam, Tamil & Telugu Cinema
- FromAlappuzha, Kerala, India
- Based inKochi, Kerala, India
- Age43 years
- Active2002 – Present
- Updated
Fahadh Faasil – Biography
Fahadh Faasil – Full Information
- Full Name: Abdul Hameed Mohammed Fahad Fazil
- Popular Name: Fahadh Faasil
- Nickname: FaFa, Shaanu
- Profession: Actor, Producer
- Known For: Maheshinte Prathikaaram, Thondimuthalum Driksakshiyum, Kumbalangi Nights, Pushpa, Vikram, Aavesham
- Date of Birth: 8 August 1982
- Age: 43 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Alappuzha, Kerala, India
- Hometown: Alappuzha, Kerala, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Zodiac Sign: Leo
- Current Residence: Kochi, Kerala, India
- Profession Category: Actor, Producer
Physical Appearance
- Height: 5 ft 7 in (170 cm)
- Weight: Approx. 68 kg
- Eye Colour: Dark Brown
- Hair Colour: Black
Family
- Father: Fazil (Acclaimed Film Director & Producer)
- Mother: Rozina Fazil
- Siblings: Farhaan Faasil (Brother, Actor), Ahameda Fazil (Sister), Fatima Fazil (Sister)
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse: Nazriya Nazim (m. 2014)
- Children: N/A
Education
- School: SDV Central School Alappuzha, Lawrence School Ooty, Choice School Tripunithura
- College: Sanatana Dharma College, Alappuzha | University of Miami, USA
- Qualification: Master’s Degree in Philosophy
Career Highlights
| Year | Career Highlight |
|---|---|
| 2002 | Made his acting debut with Kaiyethum Doorath, directed by his father Fazil, under the stage name Shaanu. |
| 2009 | Returned to films after a seven-year hiatus with the critically acclaimed anthology Kerala Cafe. |
| 2011 | Earned widespread recognition for his performance in the thriller Chaappa Kurishu and won his first Kerala State Film Award. |
| 2013 | Established himself as one of Malayalam cinema’s leading actors with acclaimed performances in 22 Female Kottayam, Amen, Artist, and North 24 Kaatham. |
| 2014 | Starred in the blockbuster coming-of-age drama Bangalore Days, one of Malayalam cinema’s biggest commercial successes. |
| 2016 | Delivered a career-defining performance in the National Award-winning comedy-drama Maheshinte Prathikaaram. |
| 2017 | Won the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor for his acclaimed performance in Thondimuthalum Driksakshiyum. |
| 2019 | Received universal critical acclaim for portraying the unforgettable antagonist Shammi in Kumbalangi Nights. |
| 2021 | Achieved pan-Indian fame as SP Bhanwar Singh Shekhawat in the Telugu blockbuster Pushpa: The Rise. |
| 2022 | Appeared alongside Kamal Haasan and Vijay Sethupathi in the blockbuster Tamil action film Vikram. |
| 2024 | Delivered one of the biggest successes of his career with Aavesham as the iconic Ranga, followed by Pushpa 2: The Rule, one of India’s highest-grossing films. |
| 2025–2026 | Continued expanding his pan-Indian presence with major projects including Maareesan, Patriot, and Odum Kuthira Chaadum Kuthira. |
Awards List
| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Kerala State Film Awards | Second Best Actor | Chaappa Kurishu & Akam | Won |
| 2013 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Actor – Malayalam | 22 Female Kottayam | Won |
| 2014 | Kerala State Film Awards | Best Actor | Artist & North 24 Kaatham | Won |
| 2018 | National Film Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Thondimuthalum Driksakshiyum | Won |
| 2018 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Actor – Malayalam | Thondimuthalum Driksakshiyum | Won |
| 2020 | Kerala State Film Awards | Best Character Actor | Kumbalangi Nights | Won |
| 2024 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Supporting Actor – Tamil | Maamannan | Won |
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About Fahadh Faasil
What is Fahadh Faasil's nickname among fans?
He is affectionately called "FaFa" by fans and media across Indian cinema.
Who is Fahadh Faasil married to?
He is married to popular Indian film actress and producer Nazriya Nazim; they married in August 2014 after starring together in Bangalore Days.
Has Fahadh Faasil won a National Award?
Yes, he won the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance as a thief named Prasad in Thondimuthalum Driksakshiyum (2017).
What is his production company called?
He co-owns Fahadh Faasil and Friends with his wife Nazriya, and is a co-partner in Bhavana Studios alongside Dileesh Pothan and Syam Pushkaran.
What are some of his most famous pan-Indian roles?
He gained pan-Indian stardom playing SP Bhanwar Singh Shekhawat in the Pushpa franchise, Agent Amar in Vikram, and the eccentric character Ranga in Aavesham.
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