Malayalam actor Santhosh Nair (65) dies after car accident
What's the story
Popular Malayalam actor Santhosh K Nair (65) died after a car accident on Tuesday morning. The incident took place at Enathu in Kerala's Pathanamthitta, where the car he was traveling in crashed into a lorry. While undergoing treatment for his injuries, Nair suffered a heart attack and later succumbed to his condition. His wife, Shubhashree, was also injured in the mishap. The lorry driver has sustained injuries as well, reported Manorama Online.
Career highlights
He had prolific career, having worked in over 100 films
Nair made his acting debut with the 1982 film Ithu Njangalude Katha. Over the years, he appeared in more than 100 films, playing a variety of roles, including villains, lead characters, supporting parts, and comedic roles. His last film was Mohiniyattam which is currently running in theaters. The movie now stands as his final on-screen appearance, per Times of India.
Upcoming release
Last film set for OTT release
Nair was part of Bharathanatyam 2: Mohiniyattam, which is set for a digital release. The film, starring Saiju Kurup, will start streaming on Netflix from May 8. Directed by Krishnadas Murali, the plot revolves around Sasidharan Nair's family getting embroiled in a complex situation. The cast includes Suraj Venjaramoodu and Vinay Forrt. Nair was equally active on TV as well.
Personal background
Early life and education
Born on November 12, 1960, in Thiruvananthapuram, Nair hailed from an educated family. His father was a retired headmaster and his mother a retired teacher. He spent his childhood in Pettah with two sisters. After his parents moved to Ethiopia, he was brought up by his maternal grandparents. He completed schooling at St. Joseph's Higher Secondary School and later studied mathematics at Mahatma Gandhi College, where he also became politically active.