Actor
Shaam
Based In
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Origin
Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India
Years Active
2000 – Present
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 |
About Shaam
Shaam is a South Indian actor known for romantic and supporting roles.
His debut as a lead actor was 12B (2001).
He works in Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada films.
Yes, he is active in films and other creative projects.
Asthram, The Trainer, and They Call Him OG.