Content creator Shelvin James on playing Parashu in the Basil Joseph-Tovino Thomas starrer ‘Athiradi’
Content creator Shelvin James has achieved his lifelong goal of playing a best friend on screen with his role as Parashu in the film 'Athiradi'. He expresses gratitude for the positive reception of his character, which resonates with audiences. The film, directed by Arun Anirudhan, follows the journey of Sam as he tries to revive a college festival while facing opposition from a local musician.
- ▪Shelvin James plays the role of Prashant Raj, also known as Parashu, in the film 'Athiradi'.
- ▪He has built a fanbase through social media, creating sketches and short films over the past decade.
- ▪The film 'Athiradi' features Basil Joseph and Tovino Thomas, with a storyline centered around reviving a college festival.
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It has been a lifelong goal for content creator Shelvin James to play the quintessential best friend on the big screen. Following a decade-long career making sketches on social media and carving his own niche fanbase, the 29-year-old believes he has finally achieved that, as he revels in praise for his role as Prashant Raj aka Parashu in Athiradi, headlined by Basil Joseph. ‘Athiradi’ movie review: An enjoyable action comedy despite its heavy reliance on meta referencesShelvin’s Parashu, in his first full-length role, is the ideal confidante to Basil’s Sam Kutty. He champions his friend irrespective of the irrational endeavours he embarks on, making people laugh with his retorts and reactions on screen. “I am happy that everyone has accepted the character.
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