Shane Nigam

Actor

Indian Kochi, Kerala Sagittarius 173 cm

Quick Info

ProfessionActor
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth21/12/1995
Age30 years
BirthplaceKochi, Kerala
Zodiac SignSagittarius

Latest News about Shane Nigam

14/09/2026

Shane Nigam was announced as the lead of the Tamil cricket sports drama Shane 28, directed by Jegan Periyasamy and produced by Maas Studios. The makers unveiled the announcement promo and poster on this date. He is expected to play an athletic role, marking a new phase in his career beyond Malayalam cinema.

06/04/2026

Shane Nigam returned as a police officer, Vijay, in the rural police procedural drama Dridam, directed by newcomer Martin Joseph. An intriguing trailer for the film was released, highlighting a fresh take on the police story genre. The film also features an ensemble cast including Shobi Thilakan and Kottayam Ramesh.

20/03/2026

Shane Nigam announced his Telugu film debut with a project written and directed by Sagar Udagandla, with music by Sam CS. The makers released a glimpse featuring him and the key crew members. The project was titled Shane 27 in its early stage.

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Bio/Wiki

SummaryIndian actor who works mainly in Malayalam cinema, with later work in Tamil and Telugu projects.
Early LifeBorn in Elamakkara, Kochi, Kerala, as the eldest of three children of mimicry actor Kalabhavan Abi and Sunila.
DebutMade his debut as a child artist in the 2010 film Thanthonni.
Notable FilmsParava (2017), Kumbalangi Nights (2019), RDX: Robert Dony Xavier (2023), Balti (2025), Haal (2025)
Upcoming WorkDridam (2026), Shane 28 (Tamil cricket drama), Telugu film Shane 27 (Telugu debut)

Physical Stats & More

Height173 cm
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

EducationB.Tech.
SchoolingBhavans Vidya Mandir, Elamakkara

Personal Life

ReligionIslam
Marital StatusUnmarried

Relationships & More

Marital StatusUnmarried

Family

FatherKalabhavan Abi
MotherSunila
Siblings
  • Ahana
  • Aleena

Career

Debut
FilmThanthonni (2010) as young Kochukunju
Awards
  • 2016: Asiavision Award for New Sensation in Acting (Male) for the film Kismath
  • 2017: South Indian International Movie Award for Best Debut Actor for the film Kismath
  • 2017: Minnale Film & Television Award for Best New Hero for the film Kismath
  • 2017: Yuva Award for Rising Star (Male) for the film Parava
  • 2018: South Indian International Movie Award for Best Supporting Actor for the film Parava
  • 2019: Asianet Film Award for Best Star Pair (along with Nimisha Sajayan) for the film Eeda
  • 2019: Behindwoods Gold Medals 7th Edition for Best Actor Malayalam for the film Ishq
  • 2019: Vanitha Film Award for Best Star Pair Award (along with Anna Ben) for the film Kumbalangi Nights
  • 2023: Kerala Film Critics Association Award for Best Supporting Actor for the films RDX: Robert Dony Xavier and Vela

Social Media

Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/shanenigam786/

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Shane Nigam is a notable Indian actor known for his roles in Malayalam films and TV serials.
2. His acting journey began at the age of 9 when he started as a child artist.
3. In a candid interview, he revealed that he stumbled into acting unintentionally as he had never aspired to be an actor.
4. In 2007, he showcased his talent on the Malayalam reality TV show 'Super Dancer Junior.'
5. Apart from his film work, Shane has also graced the screens in various Malayalam TV serials.
6. In 2012, he showcased his versatility by acting and directing in several Malayalam short films.
7. Starting with supporting roles, Shane moved on to portray lead characters in numerous Hindi films.
8. Shane has also showcased his musical abilities by lending his voice and composing a song for a Malayalam film.
9. Besides acting, Shane finds pleasure in listening to music and pursuing photography as hobbies.
10. His charm and talent have landed him on the covers of several magazines, showcasing his rising stardom.
11. Adding to his accomplishments, Shane owns a stylish Triumph 2021 Street Scrambler motorcycle.
12. In 2019, Shane Nigam had a public controversy with producer Joby George over changing his hairstyle for the film Veyil, leading to death threat allegations and a temporary ban by the Kerala Film Producers Association until compensation was paid.

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