Fahadh Faasil
Known for
Fahadh Faasil, born in Alappuzha, Kerala, in 1982, is the defining actor of the Malayalam new wave. After a failed debut and years abroad, he returned to become its most fearless performer: the petty barber of 'Maheshinte Prathikaaram' (2016), the chilling patriarch Shammi in 'Kumbalangi Nights' (2019) and the scheming son of 'Joji' (2021). Pan-Indian audiences met him as the villain Bhanwar Singh in 'Pushpa: The Rise' (2021) and its 2024 sequel, and in 'Vikram' (2022). His restless eyes and refusal of vanity make ordinary men riveting.
Fahadh Faasil
63 Movies
1 Series
Fahadh Faasil, born in Alappuzha, Kerala, in 1982, is the defining actor of the Malayalam new wave. After a failed debut and years abroad, he returned to become its most fearless performer: the petty barber of 'Maheshinte Prathikaaram' (2016), the chilling patriarch Shammi in 'Kumbalangi Nights' (2019) and the scheming son of 'Joji' (2021). Pan-Indian audiences met him as the villain Bhanwar Singh in 'Pushpa: The Rise' (2021) and its 2024 sequel, and in 'Vikram' (2022). His restless eyes and refusal of vanity make ordinary men riveting.
Movies
Plays Suryah
Idhayam Murali
2026
Plays Amar
Vikram
2022
Plays Shakthi Sundaram
Patriot
2026
Plays Bhanwar Singh Shekhawat
Pushpa 2 - The Rule
2024
Plays Suri
Don't Trouble the Trouble
2026
Plays Bhanwar Singh Shekhawat
Pushpa: The Rise
2021
Plays Mugilan
Super Deluxe
2019
Plays Cyber Patrick 'Battery'
Vettaiyan
2024
Producer
Plays Karate Chandran
Karate Chandran
Producer
Plays Ranjith 'Ranga' Gangadharan
Aavesham
2024
Producer
Plays Aloshy
Iyobinte Pusthakam
2014
Plays Aadhi
Velaikkaran
2017
Plays Prasad
Thondimuthalum Driksakshiyum
2017
Plays Mahesh Bhavana
Maheshinte Prathikaaram
2016
Plays Manoj Abraham IFS
Take Off
2017
Plays Dhayalan
Maareesan
2025
Plays Ajmal
5 Sundarikal
2013
Plays Manu
God's Own Country
2014
Plays 'Mooledatthu Kannan' Dr M.K. Nair / 'Nadakkal Kovilakatthu' Vinayan
Athiran
2019
Plays Viju Prasad / Pastor Joshua Carlton
Trance
2020
Plays Shivadas 'Shiva'
Bangalore Days
2014
Producer
Plays Shammi
Kumbalangi Nights
2019
Plays Cyril C. Mathew
22 Female Kottayam
2012
Plays Rasool
Annayum Rasoolum
2013
Plays Vishwanathan
Tournament
2010
Plays Journalist
Kerala Cafe
2009
Plays Ratnavel
Maamannan
2023
Plays David Koshy
Bougainvillea
2024
Producer
Plays Abin
Varathan
2018
Plays Aby Mathew
Odum Kuthira Chadum Kuthira
2025
Plays Aymanam Sidharth
Oru Indian Pranayakadha
2013
Plays Balakrishnan
Haram
2015
Plays D.P Pallikkal
Monsoon Mangoes
2016
Plays C.V. Anoop
Red Wine
2013
Plays Bobby
Pramani
2010
Plays Muneer
Indian Rupee
2011
Plays Hari
North 24 Kaatham
2013
Plays Arjun
Chappa Kurishu
2011
Plays Ahammadali Sulaiman
Malik
2021
Plays Yusuf Marikkar
1 by Two
2014
Plays Jeevan Raj
Immanuel
2013
Plays Gautham
Role Models
2017
Plays Prakashan
Njan Prakashan
2018
Plays Felix
Mariyam Mukku
2015
Plays Unni
Irul
2021
Producer
Plays Kevin Thomas
C U Soon
2020
Plays Prasanth 'Pachu' Rajan
Pachuvum Athbhuthavilakkum
2023
Plays Avinash
Dhoomam
2023
Plays Balu
Friday
2012
Producer
Plays Joji
Joji
2021
TV Shows
Latest Trailers
Watch Trailer
Don't Trouble the Trouble
Full Filmography
Don't Trouble the Trouble
Suri
2026
Film
Idhayam Murali
Suryah
2026
Film
Patriot
Shakthi Sundaram
2026
Film
Odum Kuthira Chadum Kuthira
Aby Mathew
2025
Film
Maareesan
Dhayalan
2025
Film
Pushpa 2 - The Rule
Bhanwar Singh Shekhawat
2024
Film
Bougainvillea
David Koshy
2024
Film
Vettaiyan
Cyber Patrick 'Battery'
2024
Film
Manorathangal
Balu · 1 episode
2024–
TV
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Fahadh Faasil and where are they from?
Fahadh Faasil is 44 years old, born on August 8, 1982 in Alappuzha, Kerala, India.
What are the most famous roles of Fahadh Faasil?
Fahadh Faasil is best known for roles in Pushpa: The Rise, Vikram, Pushpa 2 - The Rule.
How many movies has Fahadh Faasil been in?
Over a 34-year career (since 1992), Fahadh Faasil has appeared in 63 movies and 1 TV shows.
What was Fahadh Faasil's first movie?
The career of Fahadh Faasil began with Pappayude Swantham Appoos (1992).
What is Fahadh Faasil's most recent movie or series?
Fahadh Faasil's most recent release is Don't Trouble the Trouble, which premiered on October 2, 2026.
What TV shows has Fahadh Faasil appeared in?
On television, Fahadh Faasil has appeared in Manorathangal, Patriot Legends Hangout, Pearle Maaney Show.
Fahadh Faasil
1982-08-08 · Alappuzha, Kerala, India
Fahadh Faasil (born August 8, 1982) is an Indian actor and film producer, who predominantly works in the Malayalam film industry. He has acted in more than 40 films and has received several awards, including a National Film Award, four Kerala State Film Awards and three Filmfare Awards South. Fahadh is the son of filmmaker Fazil. Fahadh began his film career at the age of 19 by starring in the leading role in his father Fazil's 2002 romantic film Kaiyethum Doorath, which was a critical and commercial failure. After a gap of 7 years, Fahadh made his comeback with the anthology film Kerala Cafe (2009), in the short film Mrityunjayam. He attained public attention for his role as Arjun in the thriller film Chaappa Kurishu (2011). Fahad won his first Kerala State Film Award, the Best Supporting Actor Award for his performance in Chaappa Kurishu along with his performance in Akam. He achieved critical acclaim and recognition for his roles as Cyril in 22 Female Kottayam (2012) and Dr Arun Kumar in Diamond Necklace (2012). He won his first Filmfare Award for Best Actor for his role in 22 Female Kottayam.