Shyju Khalid


Shyju Khalid is an Indian cinematographer, film director, and producer who works in Malayalam films. Shyju Khalid made his debut as cinematographer with Traffic. His notable works are 22 Female Kottayam, Idukki Gold, Maheshinte Prathikaaram, Traffic, 5 Sundarikal, Sudani From Nigeria, Ee.Ma.Yau and Kumbalangi Nights. He is a member of the Indian Society of Cinematographers (ISC). Film director Khalid Rahman and cinematographer Jimshi Khalid are his brothers.

Career

In 2011, director Aashiq Abu suggested him as a cinematographer for Rajesh Pillai's Traffic. His work received recognition through the film. His second film, Salt N' Pepper was directed by Aashiq Abu. In 2012 he again worked with Abu in 22 Female Kottayam. Shyju directed a segment in the 2013 anthology film 5 Sundarikal. He has also co-produced the films Chandrettan Evideya, Kali, Sudani from Nigeria and Thamaasha under the banners Handmade Films and Happy Hours Entertainments.