Santhosh
Biography
Santhosh Kesavan Nayar was an Indian actor born on November 12, 1960, in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India. Also known as Sant, he appeared in Malayalam cinema. Over the course of his career, he acted in more than 100 films, primarily playing antagonistic roles, and accumulated 58 known acting credits according to film database records. He passed away on May 5, 2026, at the age of 65.
Career overview
Santhosh Kesavan Nayar was an Indian actor who appeared in Malayalam cinema. Over the course of his career, he acted in more than 100 films, primarily appearing in antagonistic roles. Born on November 12, 1960, in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India, he was also known by the name Sant. His acting work contributed to a known career of 58 credits recorded in available filmography data. He passed away on May 5, 2026, at the age of 65.
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58 titles- Bharathanatyam 2 Mohiniyattam (2026) as Raghunandan
- Drama (2022) as Jospeh
- 1921: Puzha Muthal Puzha Vare (2022) as Abdullakutty
- Lal Salam (2017) as Self
- Cousins (2014) as Devarajan
- Proprietors: Kammath & Kammath (2013) as DYSP George
- Sound Thoma (2013) as Raghavan Panicker
- Sringaravelan (2013) as Avarachan
- Ginger (2013) as Ajith Kumar
- Mayamohini (2012) as Sub Registar
- Simhasanam (2012) as Balan
- Madirasi (2012) as Udumpi Mani
- Venicile Vyapari (2011) as SI Karikkan George
- Pokkiri Raja (2010) as Divakaran
- Kaaryasthan (2010) as Puthezhathu Vijayan
- Valiyangadi (2010) as SI Abdul Jabbar
- IG: Inspector General (2009) as DGP Yoonus Muhammed IPS,
- Alibhai (2007) as Shankaran
- Lion (2006) as SI Prathapa Varma
- Mahasamudram (2006) as Rival Player
- Kochi Rajavu (2005) as Karimbarakkal Divakaran
- Chandrolsavam (2005) as Sahadevan
- Bus Conductor (2005) as Sukumaran
- The Tiger (2005) as Rajath Naidu
- Runway (2004) as Achayan
- Vettam (2004) as Gopalakrishnan's brother
- Natturajavu (2004) as Alex
- My Dear Karady (1999) as Sathyanathan
- Maanthrikam (1995) as Beeran
- Oru Abhibhashakante Case Diary (1995) as Chacko
- Kadal (1994)
- Dadha (1994) as Pappan
- Dhruvam (1993) as Hassan
- Sainyam (1993)
- Valayam (1992) as Vareed
- Kauravar (1992) as Maathu
- Manyanmar (1992) as Vikraman's second son
- Vishnulokam (1991)
- Koodikazhcha (1991) as Viswanatha Panikkar
- Kilukkam (1991) as Police officer
- Kizhakkunarum Pakshi (1991)
- Nagarangalil Chennu Raparkam (1990) as Rambo's Assistant
- Njangalude Kochu Doctor (1989) as Rajeevan
- Oru Muthassi Katha (1988)
- 1921 (1988) as Keshavankutty
- Charavalayam (1988) as Karumban
- Irupatham Noottandu (1987) as Lawrence
- Yuvajanotsavam (1986) as Nissar
- Mulamoottil Adima (1985) as Abu
- Omanikkan Ormavaikkan (1985)
- Eeran Sandhya (1985) as Freddy Louis
- Angadikkappurathu (1985) as Raghu
- Iniyum Kadha Thudarum (1985) as Sandeep
- Itha Innu Muthal (1984) as Santhosh
- Ivide Thudangunnu (1984) as Rajashekaran
- Sandyakkenthinu Sindhooram (1984)
- Pinnilavu (1983) as Baker
- Ithu Njangalude Katha (1982) as Johny
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Santhosh best known for?
Santhosh is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Bharathanatyam 2 Mohiniyattam (2026), Cousins (2014), Mayamohini (2012), Runway (2004).
When and where was Santhosh born?
Santhosh was born on November 12, 1960 in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India. They passed away on May 5, 2026.
How many credits does Santhosh have?
Santhosh has accumulated over 58 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1982 to 2026.
What is Santhosh's background in cinema and television?
Santhosh Kesavan Nayar was an Indian actor born on November 12, 1960, in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India. Also known as Sant, he appeared in Malayalam cinema. Over the course of his career, he acted in more than 100 films, primarily playing antagonistic roles, and accumulated 58 known acting credits according to film...