Santhosh is a Malayalam actor hailing from Thiruvananthapuram. He made his debut in acting through the film 'Ithu Njangalude Katha' released in 1982. He has acted in more than hundred films in both leading and supporting roles.

Some of his noted films include Irupatham Noottandu, Snehamulla Simham, Manthrikan, Oru Abhibashakante Case Diary, Kochirajavu, Vettam and Runway.