Shahi Kabir is an Indian screenwriter and film director who works in Malayalam films. He won the National Film Award for Best Screenplay and the Kerala State Film Award for Best Story for "Nayattu". He has also won the Kerala State Award for Best Debut Director for "Ela Veezha Poonchira". Career. Shahi Kabir was born in Alapuzha, Kerala, India. He currently lives in Kottayam. He has previously served as a police officer. Shahi is known for writing the films "Joseph" (2018), "Nayattu" (2021) and "Officer on Duty" (2025). He made his directorial debut with the film "Ela Veezha Poonchira" (2022). His second directorial "Ronth" has been released on June 13, 2025.