Santhana Bharathi
Biography
Santhana Bharathi is an Indian film actor and director based in Chennai, India. As a director, he has directed several films including Guna and the National Film Award winner Mahanadhi. As an actor, he has played supporting roles in films such as Dasavatharam and Varalaru. His father was M. R. Santhanam, an actor and producer who was one of the earliest members of the Nadigar Sangam, and his brother, R. S. Shivaji, was also an actor. In professional databases such as The Movie Database, he is also known by the alternative names Santhana Bharathy, Sandhana Bharathi, and Sandhana Bharathy. He has a known credit count of one hundred seventeen and is recognized for his work in both acting and directing within the Indian film industry.
Career overview
Santhana Bharathi is an Indian film actor and director based in Chennai, India. He has directed several films, including Guna and the National Film Award winner Mahanadhi. As an actor, he has played supporting roles in films such as Dasavatharam and Varalaru.
His family background is connected to the film industry. His father, M.R. Santhanam, was an actor and producer, as well as one of the earliest members of the Nadigar Sangam. Additionally, his brother, R.S. Shivaji, was also an actor. Throughout his career, Santhana Bharathi has accumulated numerous known credits in the industry, reflecting his active involvement in both directing and acting projects.
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122 titles- Aaromaley (2025) as Xavier
- Madharaasi (2025) as Raghu's Grandfather
- Gangers (2025) as Aagasalingam
- Jenma Natchathiram (2025)
- Thalaimai Seyalagam (2024) as Selvapuviyarasan Madhusoodhanan
- Nirangal Moondru (2024)
- Ghosty (2023)
- Suzhal - The Vortex (2022) as Kothandaraman
- Vikram (2022) as Uppiliappan
- Plan Panni Pannanum (2021)
- Kuruthi Kalam (2021) as Panneerselvam
- Dagaalty (2020) as Malli's Father
- Indha Nilai Maarum (2020)
- R. K. Nagar (2019) as Sundaramoorthy
- Goko Mako (2019)
- Thavam (2019)
- Tamizh Padam 2 (2018) as Nakul
- Diya (2018) as Builder
- Kalakalappu 2 (2018)
- Yaanum Theeyavan (2017) as Sethuramalingam
- Meen Kuzhambum Mann Paanaiyum (2016) as Pavithra's grandfather
- Vaarayo Vennilave (2016)
- Chennai 600028 II: Second Innings (2016) as Chellaiya
- Vaaliba Raja (2016)
- Eli (2015)
- Thoongaavanam (2015)
- Kathirvel Kakka (2015)
- Tenaliraman (2014) as Ex Chettiar/Man carrying bags of rice on cart
- Vallinam (2014) as Puzhaldasan
- Ninaithathu Yaaro (2014) as Self
- Aranmanai (2014) as Chairman Paramasivam
- Sooran (2014)
- Jannal Oram (2013) as Senior Bus Repair Mechanic
- All in All Azhagu Raja (2013) as Khader Bhai
- Chennaiyil Oru Naal (2013) as Manimaran
- Puthagam (2013)
- Maasi (2012)
- Siruthai (2011) as Minister
- Eththan (2011) as Selvi's Father
- Ponnar Shankar (2011)
- Marudhavelu (2011)
- Porkkalam (2010)
- Kattradhu Kalavu (2010) as Vaikavardhan
- Viruthagiri (2010)
- Unnaipol Oruvan (2009) as Karamchand Lala
- Eenadu (2009) as Karamchand Lala
- Madurai Sambavam (2009) as Caroline's father
- Padikathavan (2009) as Ramalingam
- Maasilamani (2009)
- Dasavatharam (2008) as J. Ragavendra's brother-in-law
- Kuselan (2008) as Kuppusamy's Assistant
- Nayagan (2008)
- Nam Naadu (2007) as Political Member
- Machakaaran (2007) as Shivani's Uncle
- Marudhamalai (2007)
- Paramasivan (2006) as Malar's father
- Varalaru (2006) as Jeeva's Stepfather
- Pattiyal (2006) as Nachimuthu
- Aathi (2006)
- Jerry (2006)
- Aayudham (2005)
- Ah Aah: Anbe Aaruyire (2005) as Jackie
- Mumbai Xpress (2005) as Chettiar
- Vasool Raja MBBS (2004) as Gangadharan
- Nala Damayanthi (2003) as Flight Passenger
- Military (2003) as Velu Nayakar
- Anbe Sivam (2003) as Kandasamy Padayachi's Assistant
- Winner (2003) as Neelaveni's Uncle
- Pammal K. Sambandam (2002)
- Panchatanthiram (2002) as Tenant
- Villain (2002) as Father Karunakaran
- Alli Arjuna (2002)
- King (2002) as Dr. Cheenu
- Kadal Pookkal (2001)
- Friends (2001) as Sethupathi
- Samuthiram (2001)
- Dosth (2001) as Judge
- Ullam Kollai Poguthey (2001) as Santhanam
- Hey Ram (2000) Assistant Director
- Budget Padmanabhan (2000)
- Vaanavil (2000)
- Mugavari (2000) as RK Ram
- En Swasa Kaatre (1999)
- Aasaiyil Oru Kaditham (1999)
- Velai (1998)
- Guru Paarvai (1998)
- Tamizh Selvan (1996)
- Amman Kovil Vaasalile (1996) as cameo
- Love Birds (1996)
- Mr. Madras (1995) as Police inspector
- Engirundho Vandhan (1995) Screenplay
- Engirundho Vandhan (1995) Director
- Magalir Mattum (1994)
- Vietnam Colony (1994) Director
- Vietnam Colony (1994) Screenplay
- Nammavar (1994) as Sakthivel
- Mahanadhi (1994) Director
- Chinna Mapillai (1993) Director
- Chinna Mapillai (1993) Screenplay
- Gunaa (1991) Director
- Thambikku Oru Pattu (1991)
- Panakkaran (1990) as Samiyar
- Kaavalukku Gettikkaaran (1990) Director
- Mounam Sammadham (1990)
- Michael Madana Kama Rajan (1990) as Michael's foster father
- Edhir Katru (1990)
- Karagattakaran (1989)
- En Thamizh En Makkal (1988) Director
- Ullathil Nalla Ullam (1988)
- En Uyir Kannamma (1988) as Velayudham
- Poovizhi Raja (1988) Director
- Kadamai Kanniyam Kattupaadu (1987) Director
- Kadamai Kanniyam Kattupaadu (1987) Screenplay
- Vikram (1986) as ThankaRaj
- Needhiyin Nizhal (1985) Director
- Needhiyin Nizhal (1985) Screenplay
- Mella Pesungal (1983) Director
- Raja Paarvai (1981)
- Raja Paarvai (1981) Writer
- Panneer Pushpangal (1981) Screenplay
- Panneer Pushpangal (1981) Director
- Iravu
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Santhana Bharathi best known for?
Santhana Bharathi is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Madharaasi (2025), Meen Kuzhambum Mann Paanaiyum (2016), Aranmanai (2014), Baatein Kuch Ankahee Si (2023).
How many credits does Santhana Bharathi have?
Santhana Bharathi has accumulated over 122 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1981 to 2025.
What is Santhana Bharathi's background in cinema and television?
Santhana Bharathi is an Indian film actor and director based in Chennai, India. As a director, he has directed several films including Guna and the National Film Award winner Mahanadhi. As an actor, he has played supporting roles in films such as Dasavatharam and Varalaru. His father was M. R. Santhanam, an actor and p...
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