Shane Nigam
Biography
Shane Nigam is an Indian actor who primarily works in Malayalam cinema. Born on 21 December 1995 in Kochi, Kerala, he is the son of the late actor and mimicry artist Kalabhavan Abi and Sunila. He studied at Bhavans Vidya Mandir in Elamakkara and later pursued engineering at Rajagiri School of Engineering and Technology.
He began his career as a child artist in Thanthonni (2010) and later appeared in Anwar (2010). After taking part in the television reality show Super Dancer Junior and acting in the children's series Hello Kuttichathan, he gained wider attention through films such as Annayum Rasoolum (2013) and Neelakasham Pachakadal Chuvanna Bhoomi (2013).
His breakthrough as a lead actor came with Kismath (2016). He subsequently earned recognition for his performances in Kammatipaadam (2016), Parava (2017), Eeda (2018), Kumbalangi Nights (2019) and Ishq (2019). His portrayal of Robert in the action film RDX: Robert Dony Xavier (2023) brought him further popularity.
Awards and Recognition
Asiavision Award for New Sensation in Acting for Kismath (2016).
SIIMA recognition for his performances in Malayalam cinema.
Behindwoods Gold Medal for Best Actor – Malayalam for Ishq (2019).
Kerala Film Critics Association Award for Best Supporting Actor for RDX and Vela (2023).
