Shiju
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- August 4, 1974
- Active Years
- 1994–2026 (33 Years)
- Total Credits
- 45 credits in database
Biography
Shiju Abdul Rasheed is an Indian actor who works primarily in South Indian cinema, including Malayalam and Telugu films. His career has spanned fourteen years, beginning with his debut in the 1996 Tamil film Mahaprabhu, which was directed by A. Venkitesh. In Telugu cinema, he is known as Devi Shiju for his role as Vijay in the 1999 film Devi. Beyond his film work, he participated in the reality television show Bigg Boss Malayalam season 5, which aired on the Asianet channel in 2023. His professional background includes contributions to Tollywood, Mollywood, and international film projects. He is also credited for his work in the production titled Power Peta.
Career overview
Shiju Abdul Rasheed is an Indian actor who works primarily in South Indian cinema, with a career spanning Malayalam and Telugu films. He made his professional debut in 1996 with the Tamil film Mahaprabhu, which was directed by A. Venkitesh. Within the Telugu film industry, he is known by the name Devi Shiju, a title he earned for his portrayal of the character Vijay in the 1999 film Devi. His professional background includes work across Tollywood, Mollywood, and international film projects.
In addition to his film career, Shiju has appeared on television. In 2023, he was a participant in the reality television series Bigg Boss Malayalam season 5. The program aired on the Asianet channel. His professional experience in the entertainment industry has developed over a period of 14 years.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
45 titles- Ramba Oorvasi Menaka (2026)
- Mrithyunjay (2026) as Police Commissioner
- Agadha (2026)
- Robinhood (2025) as Vasudev
- Shambhala (2025) as Village President
- Vikkatakavi (2024)
- Kalinga (2024)
- One (2021) as Satheesh
- Raju Gadu (2018) as Tanvi's Father
- Taxiwala (2018) as Sisira's Step-Father
- Bluff Master (2018) as ACP Chandra Sekhar
- Bigg Boss Malayalam (2018) as Himself - Contestant
- Jai Lava Kusa (2017)
- 2 Countries (2017)
- Shatamanam Bhavati (2017) as Raju's Uncle
- Pa.Va (2016) as George
- Jamnapyari (2015) as Export Manager
- Cousins (2014) as Chandran
- Polytechnic (2014)
- Ring Master (2014) as Kishore Kumar
- Avatharam (2014) as Jabbar
- Ival Droupadi (2014) as Sudhi
- The Dolphins (2014) as Mridula's Brother
- Pullipulikalum Aattinkuttiyum (2013) as Chakka Vijayan
- Nadodimannan (2013) as Chandrakumar
- Proprietors: Kammath & Kammath (2013) as Sunnichan
- Vishudhan (2013) as Thommichan
- Sound Thoma (2013) as Plapparambil Joykutty
- Veendum Kannur (2012)
- Kaaryasthan (2010) as Self
- Trinetram (2002)
- Siva Rama Raju (2002)
- In the Name of Buddha (2002) as Siva
- Kalachakram (2002)
- Nuvvu Naaku Nachav (2001) as Prasad
- Dhosth (2001) as Shankar
- Chiranjeevulu (2001) as Kiran
- Devi (1999)
- Anuragakottaram (1998) as Bijoy Willson
- Sidhartha (1998)
- Man of the Match (1996) as Jimmy George
- Maha Prabhu (1996)
- Mazhavilkkoodaram (1995) as Suresh
- The City (1994)
- Ishtamanu Nooru Vattam
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Shiju best known for?
Shiju is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Ramba Oorvasi Menaka (2026), Mrithyunjay (2026), Agadha (2026), Taxiwala (2018).
When and where was Shiju born?
Shiju was born on August 4, 1974.
How many credits does Shiju have?
Shiju has accumulated over 45 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1994 to 2026.
What is Shiju's background in cinema and television?
Shiju Abdul Rasheed is an Indian actor who works primarily in South Indian cinema, including Malayalam and Telugu films. His career has spanned fourteen years, beginning with his debut in the 1996 Tamil film Mahaprabhu, which was directed by A. Venkitesh. In Telugu cinema, he is known as Devi Shiju for his role as Vija...
Shiju by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Mrithyunjay (2026) as Police Commissioner — aged about 51
- Dhosth (2001) as Shankar — aged about 26
- Taxiwala (2018) as Sisira's Step-Father — aged about 43
- Pullipulikalum Aattinkuttiyum (2013) as Chakka Vijayan — aged about 38
- Vishudhan (2013) as Thommichan — aged about 38
- Cousins (2014) as Chandran — aged about 39
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