Nazriya Nazim is an Indian actress and singer, best recognized for her work in Malayalam and Tamil cinema. Hailing from the god’s Own Country of Kerala, Nazriya ventured into showbiz as a host in a Malayalam television channel, Asianet.
Her appealing onscreen persona caught the attention of film fanatics, which subsequently earned her film offers and has been enthralling her fans therein. She rose to fame with films like Neram (2013), Raja Rani (2013), Ohm Shanthi Oshaana (2014), and Bangalore Days (2014), earning accolades such as two Kerala State Film Awards and a Tamil Nadu State Film Award. After a hiatus following her marriage to actor Fahadh Faasil, Nazriya made a triumphant return with Koode (2018) and solidified her comeback with the 2024 blockbuster Sookshmadarshini. Her acting credits include Salalah Mobiles, Trance, Vaayai Moodi Pesavum, Thirumanam Enum Nikkah, and Ante Sundaraniki. So, who is Nazriya Nazim? Here’s everything you need to know about the actor.
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Nazriya Nazim Biography
Nazriya Nazim was born on the 20th of December 1994, in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India. She is currently 30 years old.
| Birth Name | Nazriya Nazim |
| Nickname | Nazriya |
| Date of Birth | December 20, 1994 |
| Place of Birth | Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India |
| Age | 30 |
| Sun Sign | Sagittarius |
| Profession | Actress, Singer |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Ethnicity | Indian (Malayali) |
| Religion | Muslim |
| Hometown | Alappuzha, Kerala, India |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Spouse | Fahadh Faasil |
| Children | 0 |
Family and Education
Nazriya Nazim is the daughter of Nazimudeen, an entrepreneur, and Begum Beena, a homemaker. She has a brother named Naveen Nazim.
Nazim received her primary education from Our Own English High School, Al Ain, UAE. She then attended Christ Nagar Senior Secondary School in Thiruvananthapuram.
After schooling, she joined Mar Ivaions College in Thiruvananthapuram, from where she graduated with a degree in Business.
Nazriya Nazim Husband
Back in 2001, the reel couple Nazriya and Fahadh Faasil worked together in Anjali Menon’s Bangalore Days, where love blossomed between the two. In January 2014, they told the media that they were in a relationship and would soon enter married life. They became engaged in February 2014 and married on August 21, 2014, in Thiruvananthapuram. In case you do not know, she was just 19 when she tied the knot with the actor.
Physical Statistics
| Height | Feet – 5 feet 4 inches Centimeters – 163 cm Meters – 1.63 m |
| Weight | Kilograms – 59 kg Pounds – 119 lbs |
| Body Build | Average |
| Body Measurements | 35-26-35 |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Sexuality | Straight |
| Shoe Size | 7 (US) |
| Dress Size | 8 (US) |
| Distinctive Features | Full Lips |
Career Overview
Nazriya’s career began as a child artist in the 2006 Malayalam film Palunku, followed by supporting roles in Pramani (2010) and Oru Naal Varum (2010)
Her lead debut in the Malayalam film Maad Dad (2013) was followed by the bilingual Neram (2013), a critical and commercial success that earned her the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut – South. She starred in Tamil hits like Raja Rani (2013) as Keerthana, opposite Arya, and Naiyaandi (2013) with Dhanush.
In 2004, she hosted a Muslim quiz show called Punyamasathiloode on a Malayalam TV channel, City Channel. Then she went on to host different reality shows and even hosted the Asianet Film Awards for consecutive years in 2012 and 2013.
In 2014, the versatile actress debuted as a singer in the film Salalah Mobiles, crooning her voice for the “La La Lasa (Ummachi Rap)” song. Her 2014 films, Ohm Shanthi Oshaana and Bangalore Days, cemented her as a leading Malayalam actress, with the latter becoming one of the highest-grossing Malayalam films ever. After a four-year hiatus post-marriage, she returned with Koode (2018) and appeared in Trance (2020) and Maniyarayile Ashokan (2020).
Her Telugu debut, Ante Sundaraniki (2022), and the 2024 thriller Sookshmadarshini with Basil Joseph further showcased her versatility. Nazriya also produces films under Fahadh Faasil and Friends, with Kumbalangi Nights (2019) being a notable success.
Trivia
- In 2013, she was conferred with several awards, including Vijay Awards for Best Debut Actress for her performance in Neram.
- In 2014, she won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress, owing to her performance in Bangalore Days.
- In 2017, Nazriya was bestowed with the Tamil Nadu State Film Award Special Prize for her work in Neram.
Nazriya Nazim Net Worth
Her net worth is estimated to be $5 million as of 2025. Her earnings comprise acting in films, endorsements, and film production. She owns a couple of luxury cars such as Mercedes Benz and Range Rover. The couple currently lives in a modest home in Alappuzha, and they also have several homes and estates in Kerala and Bangalore.
Favorite Things
- Color – White, black, and yellow
- Food – Unknown
- Place – Goa and Paris
- Sport – Tennis
- Actor – Ajith Kumar, Shah Rukh Khan
- Actress – Madhuri Dixit
- Film – Kilukkam (1991)
Nazriya Nazim Facts
Besides acting, Nazriya loves to travel, dance, and sing.
Nazriya and her family lived in Al Ain, UAE, before moving to Thiruvananthapuram.
She is married to actor Fahadh Faasil whom she met on the sets of the film Bangalore Days, where they played husband and wife.
Nazriya Nazim didn’t complete her college degree as she was drawn to films and then her family.
She stars in the Tamil TV series Madras Mystery.