Actor
Nivin Pauly
Based In
Kochi, Kerala, India
Origin
Aluva, Kerala, India
Years Active
2010 – Present
Nivin Pauly Biography
Nivin Pauly Full Information
- Full Name: Nivin Pauly
- Nickname: Nivin
- Profession: Actor, Producer
- Industry: Malayalam Cinema (Indian Film Industry)
- Date of Birth: 11 October 1984
- Age Range: Early 40s
- Birthplace: Aluva, Kerala, India
- Current Location: Kochi, Kerala, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Years Active: 2010 – Present
Physical Details
- Height: Approx. 5 feet 9 inches
- Weight: Approx. 80 kg
- Eye Color: Black
- Hair Color: Black
Family Background
- Father: Pauly
- Mother: Nirmala Pauly
- Wife: Rinna Joy
- Children: One son and one daughter
Education
- Schooling: Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Vaduthala
- College: Federal Institute of Science and Technology (FISAT), Angamaly
- Qualification: B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering
Career Highlight
| Year | Film Name | Highlight |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Malarvaadi Arts Club | Acting debut; introduced as lead actor |
| 2012 | Thattathin Marayathu | Breakthrough romantic hit |
| 2013 | Neram | First bilingual success (Malayalam–Tamil) |
| 2014 | 1983 | Kerala State Film Award – Best Actor |
| 2014 | Ohm Shanthi Oshaana | Popular youth entertainer |
| 2014 | Bangalore Days | Career-defining blockbuster |
| 2015 | Premam | Pan-India recognition and cult classic |
| 2016 | Action Hero Biju | Turned producer; realistic police drama |
| 2016 | Jacobinte Swargarajyam | Critically acclaimed family drama |
| 2017 | Njandukalude Nattil Oridavela | Successful actor-producer venture |
| 2018 | Kayamkulam Kochunni | First big-budget period action film |
| 2019 | Moothon | Kerala State Award Special Mention |
| 2021 | Kanakam Kaamini Kalaham | OTT debut as producer |
| 2022 | Mahaveeryar | Fantasy drama; producer-actor role |
| 2023 | Thuramukham | Hard-hitting political drama |
| 2024 | Varshangalkku Shesham | Extended cameo appearance |
| 2025 | Sarvam Maya | Lead role in upcoming fantasy project |
| 2026 | Baby Girl | Extended cameo; emotional drama |
Recent Activity
- Nivin Pauly is witnessing a major career resurgence after the huge success of his Christmas 2025 release Sarvam Maya.
- Sarvam Maya crossed approximately ₹101 crore within the first 10 days, becoming one of the biggest hits of his career.
- Following this blockbuster success, he signed a major multi-film deal worth around ₹100 crore with Panorama Studios.
- He recently appeared in the medical thriller Baby Girl, featuring in an extended cameo role.
- Nivin Pauly is also starring in the OTT series Pharma, where he plays a key lead character.
- These projects together mark a strong comeback phase, re-establishing him as a leading star in Malayalam cinema.
Awards List
| Year | Award Category | Award Name | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Best Male Debut | Filmfare Award South | Thattathin Marayathu | Won |
| 2012 | Best Newcomer | SIIMA | Thattathin Marayathu | Won |
| 2013 | Most Popular Actor | Asianet Film Award | Thattathin Marayathu | Won |
| 2014 | Best Actor | Kerala State Film Award | 1983 | Won |
| 2014 | Best Actor | Asianet Film Award | 1983 | Won |
| 2015 | Best Actor | Vanitha Film Award | Premam | Won |
| 2015 | Most Desirable Man | Kochi Times | Premam | Won |
| 2016 | Best Actor | SIIMA | Action Hero Biju | Won |
| 2016 | Best Actor | Asianet Film Award | Action Hero Biju | Won |
| 2017 | Best Actor Critics | Filmfare Award South | Njandukalude Nattil Oridavela | Won |
| 2018 | Best Actor Popular | SIIMA | Njandukalude Nattil Oridavela | Won |
| 2019 | Special Mention | Kerala State Film Award | Moothon | Won |
| 2022 | Best Actor | Vanitha Film Award | Padavettu | Won |
About Nivin Pauly
Nivin Pauly is an Indian actor and producer mainly working in Malayalam cinema.
He is best known for Premam, Bangalore Days, and Sarvam Maya.
Yes, he is married to Rinna Joy.
Yes, he produces films under his banner Pauly Jr Pictures.
Malarvaadi Arts Club (2010).