Malayalam movie star, Fahadh Faasil is an incredible actor, and there’s no doubt about it. Time and again, the actor has proven himself with every movie he did. The actor recently celebrated his 41st birthday. And now, he has an upcoming release on August 15, titled Manorathangal. So what better time than now to go behind the scenes and learn a little more about this cinematic genius? So, here are 10 facts about Fahadh Faasil that might surprise you.
1. A Filmmaker’s Son
Fahadh Faasil is the son of Fazil, a legendary filmmaker from Malayalam cinema. However, he didn’t use his father’s influence to succeed in the industry but did that only with his sheer talent and hard work.
2. Unsuccessful Debut
Today if we say that Fahadh’s debut didn’t do well at the box office, some might find it hard to believe. However, his debut directed by his father Fazil was indeed a failure. Instead of being disheartened by this, Fahadh came back stronger and better.
3. Academic Pursuits
After his unsuccessful debut, Fahadh decided to pursue higher education in the United States. He got a Master’s degree in Philosophy from the University of Miami and then made a comeback in the industry.
4. Comeback with a Bang
After a seven-year hiatus from films, Fahadh made a stellar comeback with a Malayalam anthology film in 2009. His performance in the segment directed by Uday Ananthan was highly praised.
5. Among The Highest Paid Malayalam Actors
This fact won’t come as a surprise for many considering his impeccable performance, but Fahadh Faasil is one of the highest-paid Malayalam actors. According to IMDb, he charges between 6-10 Cr making him the 5th highest-paid actor after Mohanlal, Mammootty, Prithviraj, and Dulquer Salman.
6. National Award Winner
Fahadh’s exceptional talent has been recognized with numerous awards, including a National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor. He has also won at the Filmfare Awards South, SIIMA, Kerala State Awards, and more.
7. Fahadh Faasil’s Nickname
You all might know him as Fahadh Faasil, Fahadh, or at max FaFa, which is something his friends and fans call him. But did you know he’s also called Shaanu by his close family members including his wife? In fact, he has also been credited as Shaanu in his debut film.
8. Venturing into Production
Not just an actor, Fahadh is also a producer. He co-founded the production house, Fahadh Faasil and Friends Pvt Ltd, which aims to support innovative and meaningful cinema.
9. Personal Life
Fahadh is married to actress Nazriya Nazim, and their on-screen chemistry is as captivating as their off-screen romance. The couple is adored by fans all across the world.
10. Manorathangal – Anthology Film
One of his highly anticipated projects is Manorathangal, a Malayalam anthology film that promises to be a cinematic treat with Fahadh’s usual flair for complex characters.
As Fahadh Faasil turns 41, these top facts about Fahadh Faasil introduce us to the person behind the camera. From Manorathangal to Vikram on ZEE5, Fahadh Faasil movies represent his extraordinary talent and dedication. Here’s to many more years of captivating performances from Fahadh Faasil!