Shaam ✓
Actor

Shaam

Active Tamil, Telugu, Kannada Rating 4.5/5 Fan 9.0/10
  • FromMadurai, Tamil Nadu, India
  • Based inChennai, Tamil Nadu, India
  • Age46–55
  • Active2000 – Present
  • Updated

Sham Biography

Sham Basic Information

  • Full Name: Shamili Unnikrishnan (professionally known as Sham / Shaam)
  • Stage Name: Shaam
  • Date of Birth: April 4, 1977
  • Age Range: 45–50 years (approx)
  • Birthplace: Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India
  • Current Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Profession: Actor, Model
  • Industry: South Indian Film Industry (mainly Tamil cinema, also Telugu & Kannada)
  • Years Active: 2000 – Present

Personal Life

  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse: Kashish (businesswoman)
  • Children: 1 son

Physical Appearance

  • Height: Approx. 5’10” (178 cm)
  • Weight: Around 75 kg
  • Eye Color: Brown
  • Hair Color: Black

Education

  • Schooling: Completed in Chennai, Tamil Nadu
  • College: Studied in Chennai (specific college details are not widely public)
  • Qualification: Graduate (exact degree not publicly confirmed)
  • Field of Study: Not officially disclosed

Career Highlight

Year Highlight
2000 Film debut appearance in Kushi (uncredited role)
2001 Lead debut with 12B (breakthrough film)
2003 Major success with Lesa Lesa and Iyarkai
2005 Popular films Ullam Ketkumae and ABCD
2006 Entered Kannada cinema with Tananam Tananam
2009 Entered Telugu cinema with Kick
2010 Notable role in Thillalangadi
2011 Multiple Telugu films including Oosaravelli
2013 Produced and acted in 6
2014 Big commercial success with Race Gurram
2015 25th film milestone with Purampokku Engira Podhuvudamai
2016 Active in Kannada films (Game, Santhu Straight Forward)
2017 Malayalam debut cameo in The Great Father
2019 Lead role in Kaaviyyan
2020 Appeared in TV film Naanga Romba Busy
2023 Supporting role in blockbuster Varisu
2024 Telugu film Viswam release
2025 Upcoming Tamil film Asthram
2026 Upcoming film Leader

Recent Activity

  • The Trainer – Recently completed action film (wrapped project)
  • Asthram – Upcoming thriller film
  • Varum Vetri – Music video project (involved in production & direction)
  • Leader – Upcoming Tamil film where he plays a senior police role
  • They Call Him OG – Upcoming Telugu film with an important character role

Awards List

Year Award Category Award Name Film Result
2003 Filmfare Awards South Best Actor (Tamil) Filmfare Award South Iyarkai Nominated
2004 Tamil Nadu State Film Awards Best Actor State Award Iyarkai Won
2005 Vijay Awards Best Actor Vijay Award Ullam Ketkumae Nominated
2014 SIIMA Awards Best Supporting Actor SIIMA Award Race Gurram Nominated
2015 Edison Awards Best Supporting Actor Edison Award Purampokku Engira Podhuvudamai Nominated

At a Glance

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About Shaam

Who is Shaam?
Shaam is a South Indian actor known for romantic and supporting roles.
What is his debut film?
His debut as a lead actor was 12B (2001).
Which industries does he work in?
He works in Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada films.
Is Shaam still active?
Yes, he is active in films and other creative projects.
What are his recent projects?
Asthram, The Trainer, and They Call Him OG.

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