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Born:
- Birthday: 1985-04-14
- Born Place: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Sudev Nair
Sudev Nair is a critically acclaimed Indian actor and filmmaker who has become a prominent name across South Indian and Hindi cinema. Born on April 14, 1985, in Mumbai and an alumnus of the prestigious Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), he made a sensational debut in Malayalam cinema with My Life Partner (2014), a performance that earned him the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actor. Known for his versatility and striking screen presence, Nair has seamlessly transitioned between high-concept indie projects and large-scale commercial blockbusters. His notable filmography includes the titular role in the horror-thriller Ezra (2017), a menacing antagonist in the Hindi actioner India's Most Wanted (2019), and key roles in major South Indian hits like Bheeshma Parvam, Tiger Nageswara Rao, and Devara: Part 1. Beyond acting, he is recognized for creating India's first mockumentary web series, Not Fit, which showcased his skills as a writer and director. In the 2026 period action thriller Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups, Sudev Nair plays a significant and powerful role alongside Yash. During the film's production, Nair made headlines for staunchly defending the project against social media rumors, clarifying that the set was a highly collaborative environment where director Geetu Mohandas and Yash worked in perfect synergy. His character in Toxic is expected to leverage his expertise in portraying intense, layered personas, adding a sophisticated edge to the film's 1980s underworld narrative.
