Shanavas Shanu

Actor

Indian Manjeri, Malappuram, Kerala

Quick Info

ProfessionActor
NationalityIndian
BirthplaceManjeri, Malappuram, Kerala

Latest News about Shanavas Shanu

04/08/2025

Shanavas Shanu entered Bigg Boss Malayalam 7 as one of the contestants, drawing attention because of his long career in Malayalam television. His participation highlighted his shift from playing antagonistic roles on TV to becoming a more widely recognized mainstream personality.

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Bio/Wiki

ReligionIslam

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 11" (180 cm)
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolHMY Higher Secondary School, Manjeri
College/UniversityNSS College, Manjeri
Educational QualificationGraduate

Personal Life

Food HabitNon-vegetarian
ControversyIn 2025, Shanavas faced backlash during an episode of 'Bigg Boss Malayalam 7' for remarks about a co-contestant's clothing, which stirred online criticism.

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried

Family

MotherMymoona
SiblingsSister(s): 2 (Shanna, Jimsha Sheri)
SpouseSona
ChildrenSon: 1 (Shaan)

Career

Debut
FilmSpeed Track (2007)
TVIndraneelam (2010-2011) as 'Unni' (Surya TV)
Awards
  • Best Popular Actor for 'Kumkumapoovu' at the Asianet Television Awards (2012)
  • Best Actor at Adoor Bhasi Awards (2013)
  • Thikkurissy Award for Best Actor (2013)
  • Best Actor at NCP Awards (2019)
  • Best Debut at Adoor Bhasi Film Awards (2019)
  • Best On-Screen Pair award (shared with actor Swasika) at the Mollywood Flick Awards (2021)
  • Asiavision Awards for Best Actor
  • Johnson Master Memorial Award for Best Actor
  • Best Actor at Lohithadas Memorial Awards
  • Best Hero at the Nirav Award Night (2024)
Notable Works
  • Gained recognition for his role as 'Rudhran' in 'Kumkumapoovu' (2011-2014)
  • Appeared in films like 'Nadakame Ulakam' (2011), 'Lasagu' (2015), 'Angane Thanne Nethave Anchettennam Pinnale' (2016), 'Police Junior' (2018), and 'Big Salute' (2019)
  • Starred in 'Malakhamar' (2012) on Mazhavil Manorama
  • Participated in 'Bigg Boss Malayalam 7' in 2025
  • Featured in television serials like 'Seetha' as Indran, 'Mangalyam', 'Mrs Hitler', 'Thamarathumbi', and 'Swayamvaram'

Style Quotient

Car CollectionHyundai

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Shanavas Shanu grew up in Manjeri, Malappuram, Kerala.
2. He aspired to become an actor from a young age.
3. His role as 'Rudhran' in 'Kumkumapoovu' significantly boosted his career.
4. In addition to films, he has featured in several popular television series.
5. He is an avid traveler and shares his experiences on social media.
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