Quick Info
| Profession | Actor |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 04/08/1974 |
| Age | 52 years |
| Birthplace | Kollam, Kerala |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo |
Latest News about Shiju Abdul Rasheed
27/02/2026
The trailer for the Telugu film Mrithyunjay was released on YouTube on this date, with Shiju Abdul Rasheed appearing in the cast. He plays the role of Police Commissioner in the film, which is listed in his 2026 filmography. The film stars Sree Vishnu and Reba Monica John.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Shiju Abdul Rasheed |
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| Known As | Shiju AR |
| Stage Name | Devi Shiju (Telugu films) |
| Other Names | Vishal (Tamil) |
| Primary Industries | Malayalam and Telugu films |
| Years Active | 1994 onwards |
| Filmography | More than 50 films across Malayalam, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada and English |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 188 cm |
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| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School: St. Albert's Higher Secondary School, Ernakulam, Kerala | |
| College/University: Seethi Sahib Memorial Polytechnic College, Tirur, Kerala |
Personal Life
| Religion | Islam |
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| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Preethi Prem |
| Marriage Date | 10/12/2008 |
| Spouse | Preethi Prem |
Family
| Father | P I A Rasheed |
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| Mother | Ayisha Beevi |
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| Spouse | Preethi Prem |
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Career
| Debut | Film (Malayalam): Mazhavilkoodaram (1995) as Suresh, Film (Tamil): Maha Prabhu (1996) as Bhaskar, Film (Telugu): Devi (1999) as Vijay, Film (Kannada): Mr. Kokila (2000) in a supporting role, Film (Odia): Patnagarh (2019) in a supporting role, TV (Malayalam): Swantham (2003) in a supporting role; aired on Asianet, TV (Telugu): Prathibimbam (2014) in a lead role |
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| Awards & Achievements | 2021: Best Actor Award by Zee TV, 2021: Best Actor in a TV Serial (Malayalam) for Neeyum Njanum by 15th Manappuram Minnalai Film TV Awards, 2021: Best Actor in Serial by Pegasus Award, 2021: Best Actor by Mollywood Flicks Award, 2021: Certificate of commitment from the World Book of Records, London |
| Recent Work | Film (Telugu): Mrithyunjay (2026) as Police Commissioner |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Shiju Abdul Rasheed is an Indian actor known for his work in South Indian films. | |
| 2. He gained popularity by participating in 'Bigg Boss Malayalam season 5' in 2013. | |
| 3. Shiju has featured in several Malayalam films including 'Vaachalam', 'Dosth', 'Vishudhan', 'Pa Va', 'Oru Pazhaya Bomb Kadha', and 'One'. | |
| 4. He has also acted in Tamil movies like 'Iraniyan' and 'Nilavil Kalangilll'. | |
| 5. In Telugu cinema, Shiju has appeared in movies like 'Nuvvu Naaku Nachav', 'Siva Rama Raju', 'Jai Lava Kusa', 'Taxiwaala', and 'Moneyshe'. | |
| 6. The actor has worked in English films 'In the Name of Buddha' and 'True Identity' in 2002. | |
| 7. On the small screen, Shiju Abdul has showcased his talent in Malayalam TV serials such as 'Thalolam', 'Nandanam', 'Karuthamuthu', and 'Neeyum Njanum'. | |
| 8. He met his wife, Preethi Prem, a Christian air hostess in 2008, and they got married with both Christian and Muslim ceremonies. | |
| 9. Shiju has served as a judge at beauty pageants like Miss South India 2022 and Miss Queen of India 2023. | |
| 10. An animal lover, he often posts pictures with cats and dogs on Instagram. | |
| 11. In 2023, Shiju Abdul Rasheed made a comeback on 'Bigg Boss Malayalam season 5', broadcasted on Asianet and Disney+ Hotstar. | |
| 12. He is also known by the stage name Devi Shiju in Telugu films, from his lead role in Kodi Ramakrishna's Devi. | |
| 13. Shiju has appeared in more than 50 films across Malayalam, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, English, and Odia. | |
| 14. His career has spanned 27 years across multiple film industries and languages. | |
| 15. He met his wife, Preethi Prem, a former air hostess, lawyer, dancer, and Zumba instructor in 2008, and they got married with both Christian and Muslim ceremonies. | |
| 16. His career has spanned over 30 years across multiple film industries and languages. | |
| 17. He speaks English, Tamil, Malayalam, Telugu, Odia, and Kannada fluently. | |
| 18. In Telugu cinema, Shiju Abdul Rasheed has appeared in movies like 'Nuvvu Naaku Nachav', 'Siva Rama Raju', 'Jai Lava Kusa', 'Taxiwaala', and 'Moneyshe'. |
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