Sharafudheen, also known as Sharaf U Dheen, is a capable Indian actor and comedian who has captivated audiences through his performances in Malayalam and Tamil cinema.
He is widely recognized for his roles in Premam, Varathan, Anjaam Pathiraa, Priyan Ottathilanu, Hello Mummy, and RDX: Robert Dony Xavier, earning praise for his versatility in both comedic and dramatic roles.
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| Real Name: | Sharaf U Dheen |
| Stage Name: | Sharafudheen |
| Born: | October 25, 1984 (age 41 years old) |
| Place of Birth: | Aluva, Kerala, India |
| Nationality: | Indian |
| Ethnicity: | Malayali |
| Height: | 175 cm (5 ft 9 in) |
| Religion: | Islam |
| Parents: | M. Kunjumon, Nabeesa P.K. |
| Siblings: | Sirajudheen |
| Spouse: | Beema (m. 2015) |
| Relationship: | Married |
| Children: | 2 |
| Occupation: | Actor, Comedian |
| Net Worth: | $2 million |
Early life and education
Sharafudheen was born on October 25, 1984, in Aluva, Kerala, India. He was raised by M. Kunjumon, and Nabeesa P.K. in a Malayali family. He grew up having two siblings including Sirajudheen. His religion is Islam, and his ethnicity is Malayali.
Sharafudheen completed his schooling in Kerala before graduating with a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) degree from M.A. College of Engineering, Kothamangalam. Before entering the film industry, he worked in the information technology sector while pursuing his passion for acting.
Career
Sharafudheen began his career in entertainment through comedy programs and stage performances before making his film debut with Neram (2013).
His breakthrough came in Premam (2015), where his portrayal of Girirajan Kozhi became one of the film’s most memorable comedic performances and earned him widespread popularity.
Following the success of Premam, Sharafudheen established himself as one of Malayalam cinema’s leading character actors with acclaimed performances in Varathan, Anjaam Pathiraa, Priyan Ottathilanu, Aarkkariyam, RDX: Robert Dony Xavier, Madhura Manohara Moham, Hello Mummy, and Bougainvillea.
He has successfully transitioned from comic roles to emotionally intense and villainous characters, earning praise for his versatility and screen presence.
Awards and nominations
- SIIMA Awards – Best Supporting Actor – Nominated
- Asianet Film Awards – Best Supporting Actor – Nominated
- Behindwoods Gold Medals – Best Supporting Actor – Nominated
Social media
- Instagram: @sharaf_u_dheen
Personal life
41 years old, Sharafudheen has been married to Beema since 2015. The couple are the parents of two children.
Sharafudheen enjoys traveling, football, and spending time with his family. He is also known for maintaining a private personal life despite his popularity. His height is 175 cm (5 ft 9 in).
Net worth
Sharafudheen has an estimated net worth of $2 million USD. His income is generated from acting in Malayalam and Tamil films, brand endorsements, television appearances, and other entertainment-related ventures.
Through consistent performances in commercially successful and critically acclaimed films, Sharafudheen has become one of the respected actors in the South Indian film industry.
Filmography
- Neram (2013)
- Premam (2015)
- Happy Wedding (2016)
- Varathan (2018)
- Virus (2019)
- Anjaam Pathiraa (2020)
- Aarkkariyam (2021)
- Priyan Ottathilanu (2022)
- Madhura Manohara Moham (2023)
- RDX: Robert Dony Xavier (2023)
- Hello Mummy (2024)
- Bougainvillea (2024)
- Level Cross (2024)
- Hal (2025)