Althaf Salim is an Indian actor, writer, and director known for his roles in Premam (2015), Sakhavu (2017), Njandukalude Nattil Oridavela (2017), Odum Kuthira Chadum Kuthira, Makal, Operation Java, Kallanum Bhagavathiyum, Allu Ramendran, Oru Adaar Love, Tholvi F.C., Rahel Makan Kora, and Premalu. He is set to direct Odum Kuthira Chaadum Kuthira starring Fahadh Faasil and Kalyani Priyadarshan. 

Salim was born in India and made his acting debut in the 2015 Malayalam romantic comedy Premam. He also starred in the 2017 drama Sakhavu as the friend of the lead character, played by Nivin Pauly. Salim made his directorial debut in 2017 with Njandukalude Nattil Oridavela, which also starred Nivin Pauly.