Shane Nigam is an Indian actor who appears in Malayalam films. Having made his debut in the 2010 film Thanthonni, he performed supporting roles in various successful drama films including Parava (2017), Kumbalangi Nights (2019), and RDX: Robert Dony Xavier (2023).
Early life Shane was born as eldest among three children, to mimicry actor Kalabhavan Abi and Sunila, in Elamakkara, Kochi, Kerala. He did his schooling from Bhavans Vidya Mandir, Elamakkara. He pursued engineering at Rajagiri School of Engineering & Technology, Kochi. He has two younger sisters, Ahana and Aleena.നടനും മിമിക്രി താരവുമായ അബി അന്തരിച്ചു. Manorama Online (30 November 2017)."Shane Nigam is the son of veteran comedian Aby!" Times of India. 31 July 2016
Career Nigam made his acting debut with the film Thanthonni, later Neelakasham Pachakadal Chuvanna Bhoomi, also in Annayum Rasoolum for portraying the role of Anna's brother."The Actor's Qissa". Newindianexpress.com (1 August 2016). Retrieved on 2019-09-04.
He made his debut as a lead actor in 2016 film, Kismath opposite Shruthy Menon.'Kismath' movie review: Live audience updates of Shane Nigam, Shruthy Menon-starrer. Ibtimes.co.in (29 July 2016). Retrieved on 2019-09-04.
Nigam played a central character alongside veteran actors Amala and Manju Warrier in the 2017 film C/O Saira Banu. The following year, he appeared in the romantic film Eeda which was also praised by critics.
Nigam starred in two films in 2019; the comedy-drama Kumbalangi Nights, which was highly successful on box office and received rave reviews from film critics and the romantic thriller Ishq.
Controversies Interruptions in production
Veyil production dispute In 2019, Nigam became involved in a dispute with film producer Joby George during the production of Veyil. The conflict gained public attention after Nigam alleged through a Facebook Live video that he had received threats from the producer. The issue was later addressed through mediation involving the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA). Subsequently, a separate controversy arose when Nigam altered his hairstyle during the film's production, leading to disagreements with the producers and criticism from sections of the film industry.
RDX During the production of RDX, reports emerged of a disagreement between Nigam and the film's producers regarding the prominence of his character in the film. According to media reports, Nigam temporarily left the production, resulting in delays and criticism from sections of the film industry. The incident attracted media attention and prompted discussions regarding professional conduct and contractual obligations in the Malayalam film industry.
Political and social views Nigam publicly expressed support for the "All Eyes on Rafah" campaign through social media. He also described himself as a "Sudapi from India" in an Instagram Story, a statement that generated discussion online.
Filmography
Year Title Role(s) Notes 2010 Thanthonni Young Kochukunju Child artist Anwar Boy in the booth 2013 Annayum Rasoolum Kunjumon Sreenivasan, Deepthi (16 July 2016) "Playing the rebellious lover: Shane Nigam". Deccan Chronicle. Neelakasham Pachakadal Chuvanna Bhoomi Shyam 2014 Balyakalasakhi Young Majeed 2016 Kammatipaadam Sunny Kismath Irfan 2017 C/O Saira Banu Joshua Peter Parava Shane 2018 Eeda Anand 2019 Kumbalangi Nights Bobby Ishq Sachi Oolu Vasu Valiyaperunnal Akkar 2022 Bhoothakaalam Vinu SonyLIV film Veyil Sidharth (Sid) Ullasam Harry Menon 2023 Corona Papers SI Rahul Nambiar RDX Robert Vela CPO Ullas Augustin 2024 Little Hearts Sibi 2025 Madraskaaran Sathya Tamil film Balti Udhayan / Balti Bilingual film Haal Asif Kadalundi 2026 Dridam Vijay Radhakrishnan rowspan=3 Delayed Filming
Television YearProgramRoleChannelNotes2005Bullet BavaUncredited roleSurya TVGulumal BhaiKairali TV2007Super Dancer JuniorContestantAmrita TV2007–2008Hello KuttichathanVivek Vishwanathan a.k.a. ViviAsianetDubbed to Tamil as Hello Kuttichathan (Star Vijay)2009Hello Kuttichathan 2Vivek Vishwanathan a.k.a. ViviAsianet2012MatineeShane also DirectorYouTubeShort filmKadalum Phonum TeenegerumDOP, EditorYouTubeShort filmChiriDirectorYouTubeShort film2019Uppum MulakumAkkarFlowers TV Episode 1009, as a part of promoting his film Valiyaperunnal
Awards Year Award Category Film Result 2016 Asiavision Awards New Sensation in acting (Male)Kismath rowspan=9 2017 South Indian International Movie Awards Best Debut Actor – Malayalam Minnale Film & Television Awards Best New Hero Yuva Awards Rising Star (Male)Parava 2018 South Indian International Movie Awards Best Supporting Actor – Malayalam 2019 Asianet Film Awards Best Star Pair (along with Nimisha Sajayan) Eeda Behindwoods Gold Medals 7th Edition Best Actor Malayalam Ishq Vanitha Film Awards Best Star Pair Award (along with Anna Ben)Kumbalangi Nights 2023 Kerala Film Critics Association Awards Best Supporting ActorRDX: Robert Dony Xavier, Vela
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