Draft:Shahi Kabir

Shahi Kabir (born 28 September 1978) is an Indian film director and scriptwriter who works in Malayalam cinema. He is best known for his directorial debut “Ela Veezha Poonchira” which won him the 53rd Kerala State Film Awards for Best Debut Director. He is the scriptwriter for the films Nayattu (2021) and Joseph (2018). He also worked as assistant director under Dileesh Pothan in "Thondimuthalum Driksakshiyum".

Personal life
Shahi Kabir was born in Alappuzha, India to KBM Kabir and Ayesha Beevi. He married Sabeena A on July 8, 2007, and the couple has two children: a son, Faheem S, 15 years old, and a daughter, Fahma Fatima, 10 years old.

Film career
He is a script writer for films like "Joseph" and "Nayattu". He also directed the movie "Ela Veezha Poonchira".

Style and approach
Shahi Kabir is known for his unique style and approach to storytelling and his films blend realism and artistic expression. He has crafted articles centered around law enforcement and investigative activities for the Kerala Police.

Awards and recognition
His writing talent was recognized with Vanita Film Awards 2019 and Janmabhoomi Film Awards 2018 for Best Scriptwriter, both for the film "Joseph". Additionally, Kabir's talent as a director was recognized with the Kerala State Film Award 2023 for Best Debut Director for "Ela Veezha Poonchira". He also won the 2021 Kerala State Film Award for Best Story in the film "Nayattu".